Since 2014, the share of SUVs in the Chinese automotive market has continued to grow, and more and more consumers are prioritizing SUV models with more space and more functionality when buying cars.
With the development of the market and the changes in user demand, the SUV category has also ushered in a wave of "consumption upgrades". In addition to the large space, the intelligent technology, driving experience, and even personalized characteristics of the product have become an important reference element for consumers when buying a car. Therefore, high-end has become the mainstream trend of current SUV models.
In terms of creating high-end products, multinational car companies have always had rich experience. Among the recently launched SUV models, GAC Toyota Wesa is a distinctive model, which fully interprets the sense of premium and driving texture in the price range of 216,800 yuan to 303,800 yuan.
The exterior reveals a luxurious aesthetic
Originated from Toyota's U.S. version of the VENZA model, based on the TNGA-K high-end platform, wesa contains 2.0L naturally aspirated and 2.5L dual-engine hybrid two-engine hybrid, a total of 6 models.
The first impression of the Wisa appearance is greatly different from the traditional "Toyota style". Its "Refined-tech Simplicity" design concept makes the vehicle look elegant, beautiful and advanced. The front face of the "X" shape has a three-dimensional change of face, with a large area of grille, highlighting the sense of luxury at the same time, giving people an atmospheric and stable impression. The waist part creates a flowing brilliant light and shadow through a large area of curved surface, and the smooth body line outlines an elegant slipback shape.
The new headlights and taillights are led by light sources. The headlights are sharp in shape, and the slender "double L" shaped lights have a strong sense of extension, which further enhances the wide body feeling of the vehicle. High-end models are equipped with LED lens-type binocular headlights, which have stronger light concentration and better lighting effects. The tail lights adopt an integrated through layout, and the left and right tail lights are connected by a horizontal light band, which has a more sense of grade and technology.
The interiors create a light and luxurious feel
The length, width and height of ASSA are 4780mm/1855mm/1660mm, and the wheelbase reaches 2690mm, ensuring a wide riding space in the car. The interior design of the new car focuses on luxury and premium, and is available in three interior colors: black, gray and brown.
The new cockpit has a T-shaped symmetrical layout, which is visually spacious and smooth. The dashboard, center console, armrest box, inner door panel and other places have a large area of soft coverage, and the steering wheel, gear lever, and door armrest are covered with leather fabrics, bringing soft and comfortable touch, more grade touch.
In addition, the interior of Weisa is also decorated with different processes such as metal chrome, piano paint, and stitching, which is more fashionable and elegant. The newly designed leather seats are extremely wrapped, and the driver's and passenger seats are ventilated and heated, further improving comfort.
The new car is also equipped with Toyota's world-first dimmable panoramic canopy, which is the first time in the joint venture model. Weisa's panoramic sky canopy not only has a large lighting area, but also freely switches between dimming mode and transmission mode. Dimming mode ensures light in the car while reducing direct sunlight, while light transmission mode provides a wide field of view. Both modes block more than 99% of UV rays.
Smart technology meets expectations
Wesa is equipped with a number of advanced technology configurations of Toyota, bringing a smooth and convenient intelligent experience.
The instrument and center control of Wesa adopt a 12.3-inch color TFT multi-function information display + a 12.3-inch color central control touch navigation display, in addition to a HUD head-up display system, and the three-screen linkage is convenient for drivers to obtain information. Among them, the HUD system can display vehicle information, DRCC dynamic radar cruise, LTA lane tracking assistance system and other information on the windshield in front of the driver, reducing the driver's gaze movement and allowing the driver to focus more on the environment in front of the vehicle.
Weisa's car-machine interconnection system adopts a simple and easy-to-use HMI interactive interface, which is similar to the operation method of mobile phones and conforms to the user's usage habits. The car machine system includes navigation, online music, voice recognition, home appliance connection, life services, mini programs, payment, face recognition, Bluetooth phone, Bluetooth music and other rich functional ecology. Users can also access remote services such as vehicle condition inquiry, remote control, vehicle positioning and other remote services through the Fengyun Enjoy system in the "Fengyun Xing" APP to experience intelligent car life.
In addition, configurations such as streaming media rearview mirrors, mobile phone wireless charging systems, JBL audio, nanoeX air purification systems, rain induction wipers, inductive electric tailgates, and PVM panoramic monitoring systems have further enhanced the value of Wesa.
Excellent driving experience based on TNGA architecture
In terms of power, the 2.0L model uses a 2.0L Dynamic Force engine with a thermal efficiency of up to 40%, matched with a simulated 10-speed Direct Shift-CVT gearbox, and the fuel consumption of the 100 km under comprehensive operating conditions (NEDC) is as low as 5.9L.
The 2.5L dual-engine model uses the new fourth-generation THS II. Toyota hybrid system, and the TNGA 2.5L Dynamic Force engine has a thermal efficiency of 41%, which is matched by the new generation of E-CVT electronic continuously variable speed system. The comprehensive working condition (NEDC) of the dual engine model has a fuel consumption of as low as 4.5L per 100 kilometers, and the maximum range of a tank of fuel can reach more than 1000 kilometers.
Since the launch of the eighth generation Camry, the innovation of Toyota's TNGA architecture in driving experience has been widely recognized by the market, and the subsequent replacement of TNGA models such as Leiling and the fourth generation Highlander are also popular products in the market.
As a high-end SUV model under the TNGA architecture, Wesa also has the driving experience of the TNGA architecture. Thanks to the efficient hybrid system, the twin-engine model has plenty of power on the city's roads. The E-FOUR electronic four-wheel drive system enables the vehicle to switch to the four-wheel drive state when accelerating or driving on wet and slippery roads, achieving more precise control and improving the stability of the vehicle when steering. In addition, Wesa is also equipped with the well-received Toyota Safety Sense Safety (Toyota Collision Avoidance Assist Kit), which can achieve quasi-L2 level autonomous driving.
The bold and innovative design language, the luxurious taste of the unique details, and the driving experience full of technology and fun jointly interpret the core competitiveness of Weisa as a high-end SUV. This model, which shows the heritage of GAC Toyota, also provides a new choice with a distinctive personality for the current market. (Baichuan)
(Picture from GAC Toyota official)