Equipped with the third generation of i-MMD hybrid technology, Honda Alissen sales are mediocre, what is the reason?
For friends who like to pay attention to cars, Honda's third-generation i-MMD hybrid system is one of the most advanced oil-electric hybrid technologies on the market, but as a GAC Honda Alissen equipped with such superb technology, it is not satisfactory in the sales rankings, compared to the Honda Odyssey, its sales are simply pitiful, what is the reason?
Honda's third-generation i-MMD system has three drive modes, Alexand uses this technology, the power system consists of a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine + dual motor + E-CVT gearbox, when driving at low and medium speeds, the engine is not directly involved in the work, plus the motor power is large enough, the daily urban driving, let people relax and enjoy.
In the driving process, in addition to the working sound of the internal combustion engine, the acceleration process is very similar to the electric vehicle, the start is smooth and powerful, the body posture is stable, the tire will not slip, the acceleration force is stable and continuous, the combination effect of the internal combustion engine and the motor is very natural, according to the test, the zero hundred acceleration time is 9.07 seconds, the performance is better. At the same time, the braking distance of 100-0km/h is 39.98 meters, which is quite good for domestic MPV.
In terms of chassis, Alexand adopted a front McPherson independent suspension and a rear longitudinal arm twist beam non-independent suspension, the suspension stroke is short, and after the suspension is greatly compressed, the support will be significantly improved. When braking, the body posture is not exaggerated, it belongs to the normal level of MPV, which is completely acceptable.
Because The Alexand does not have a transmission in the traditional sense, so in the driving process, there is no common problem such as gear shifting setbacks, power combination stickiness, etc., its throttle brakes and even steering are electronic mechanisms, and the driving mode of the electric vehicle single pedal mode can be achieved by adjusting the kinetic energy recovery. As an MPV model, the Airis steering performance is very direct, and even feels more comfortable than many SUVs. At the same time, the body response can fully keep up with the rhythm, without dragging, and without too much shaking.
In terms of space, the new Alexand front row cancels the central passage, and in the state of putting away the armrests, the front passengers can directly step into the second row, taking care of the rear passengers is more convenient, and the exclusive oversized armrests of the main driver can be used as a temporary dining table and desk, with excellent design. The armrests in the second row near the passage can still be removed individually, which is convenient for the installation of children's chairs, and there is also a small table with cup holders in the middle, which is more practical. For the sitting space, the 175cm experiencer sits comfortably in the front row, the head space is one punch and three fingers, at this time the second row of seats is adjusted to the end, the head space is a punch and a finger, the leg space is two and a half fists, adjusted to the farthest distance, which can form a space for adults to lie flat, which is very comfortable. At the end of the second row, the third row still has a punch in legroom and is more comfortable. At the same time, the third row of seats can be folded backwards into the "fishing stool" mode, which is very convenient for outdoor travel, and can be completely folded into the floor, forming a huge storage space, excellent performance.
In terms of appearance, the new Alexand mainly changed the front face and the rear of the car, and the new design was adopted at the headlights, which appeared to be more recognizable after lighting, and the overall feeling was more calm and powerful. At the same time, the interior has also been upgraded to a certain extent, using a 10-inch floating central control screen, in addition to having a good screen sensitivity and resolution, retaining some practical physical buttons, the overall vision is more concise and refreshing.
Overall, Accent is an MPV model with comprehensive product capabilities, especially in terms of power and space performance. Although it has not been able to match Odyssey sales, its competitiveness is also at a high level in the home MPV market. The biggest problem with its low sales is the price, compared to the same level of models, its price is high, especially the price of 27.98-33.18 million yuan in 2022, which is difficult for most people to accept. If the price of Alexand is reduced to a certain extent, it is believed that its sales will be greatly improved.