Four-wheel drive systems are more common configurations in high-end cars and SUVs, but MPV models with four-wheel drive can be described as one of the few, Toyota Alpha, Wilfa two ultra-luxury hybrid models are one of them, and the model that can use four-wheel drive as an off-road configuration may be the only one - Mitsubishi's new generation delika.
The appearance of the new generation of Delica has a certain cross-border style, the square front end with a wide front bumper, creating a tougher visual effect, and most of the business or family MPV models on the market have obvious differences.
The most surprising thing about Delica is its chassis and powertrain, the chassis structure directly adopts the same form as Mitsubishi's own Pajero, the front double cross-arm rear multi-link double independent suspension of the bearing body, Pajero's reputation in the off-road industry believes that everyone has more or less heard of it, so delica's chassis reliability is trustworthy. In terms of powertrain, Delica uses a 2.2T diesel engine, with an 8AT gearbox, a maximum horsepower of 170 horses, and a maximum torque of 380 Nm, which may not be outstanding from the perspective of parameter performance. When this powertrain is combined with a four-wheel drive system, it can fully demonstrate its advantages, although it does not use Mitsubishi's best super four-wheel drive, there is no low-speed four-wheel drive mode, but with a central differential lock to deal with the general off-road section is also more than enough. In addition, its fuel economy performance is also good, and the fuel consumption of 100 kilometers is only about 8 liters, which is definitely a major positive for friends who travel long distances.
For self-driving players, only need to install a set of AT tires and roof racks for Delica, which can basically meet the needs of long-distance crossing. There is no need to change the power part, you can also save a lot of money in terms of modification, and you don't have to worry about the unreliability caused by the modified power. The design of the interior part of the car in the original factory fully considers the user's off-road needs, a variety of physical buttons and knobs neatly arranged on the center console, storage space is also more sufficient. The rear two rows of seats are equipped with slide rails and can be fully flattened, creating an oversized flat space that is very practical for storage or sleeping. The only fuel tank that needs to be changed is 64L, if it is a long-distance crossing, it is safer to add a secondary fuel tank.
Because of its special product positioning, Delica fills the gap in the market segment of "hardcore MPV" and has gained high popularity in the country of origin, but for the Chinese people, the most concerned is its price. It is said that the price of the parallel import model entering the country has exceeded 500,000 yuan, and it is obvious that such a price is difficult to gain a foothold in the domestic market. GAC Mitsubishi is currently in a period of great change, the new Outlander and the new pure electric SUV - Atuka is still catching up with competitors, if at this time can be the introduction of Delica, and control the price at the level of 300,000, do you think it can help GAC Mitsubishi to win surprisingly? (Text/Taming wind)
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