If it had been planned, the 2022 Beijing Auto Show would have opened on April 21, but it has been postponed for various reasons. Although postponed, the release rhythm of many new cars has not been disrupted; at the same time, coinciding with the opening of the New York Car Show on April 13, many key new cars will be released/listed from this week, including the new Mondeo, Fengshen Haoji, etc. in China; overseas, there are lamborghini Huracán special editions, new Kia Extreme, new Parristi, new Telluride, Grand Cherokee and so on. Most of these models are above medium and large sizes, which can be seen from the desire of domestic and even world car users to upgrade their consumption.
Let's take a closer look at these models.
Domestic new car part: Changan Ford new Mondeo
Mid-size cars are positioned for pre-sale of 15.98-21.98 million
Launched on April 13, the fifth generation of models, intelligent comprehensive upgrade, 160,000 entry-level version can enjoy high-power 2.0T+8AT
Changan Ford's new generation of Mondeo will officially go public on April 13, after it announced a pre-sale price of 159,800-21.98 million yuan in March.
In terms of appearance, the new Mondeo adopts a new family design language officially known as "Potential Energy Aesthetics". Includes a polygonal grille, LED through light strips, and split headlight sets to create a sporty front face. It is worth mentioning that when the unlock or the owner approaches with the key, the 3D parametric scale grille inside the grille will have a breathing and undulating welcome effect, and the dynamic effect of the previous headlights and taillights is at the same time, and the visual effect is good.
On the side, the new car adopts the popular two-tone body design with a black upper part, creating the illusion of suspending the roof. In addition, a set of chrome trim strips are matched along the roof line, which perfectly shows the smooth lines of the new car. In addition, the door is also equipped with hidden door handles, which is full of technology. Below is a petal-style double five-spoke wheel. In terms of size, the new car has a length, width and height of 4935/1875/1500mm and a wheelbase of 2945mm.
At the rear, the new car features a multi-layered design. The blackened tail light set features a through-line design with upturned tail ends of the trunk for increased legibility. The rear envelope below is designed with tough lines, and the through-line chrome trim further reduces the visual center of gravity of the vehicle. At the bottom is a two-sided exhaust layout that accentuates the sporty feel.
In terms of interior, the design of the new generation of Mondeo ST-Line is consistent with the ordinary version of the model, and the biggest visual impact comes from this 1.1-meter large screen that almost runs through the central control, and the huge horizontal screen composed of 12.3-inch LCD instrument + 27-inch large joint screen is quite quite the design style of the new forces of car manufacturing. In terms of parameters and functions, it adopts 4K resolution, built-in new SYNC+2.0 zhixing interconnection system, and provides multi-dimensional interaction methods such as multi-touch, AI speech recognition, gesture control, and facial recognition, and the applications in the system also support sliding switching, making the linkage of the screen more technological. In addition, the vehicle OTA upgrade function can also be realized.
In terms of power, the new car is expected to use a 2.0T engine (EcoBoost 245) for the entire series, with a maximum power of 238 horsepower (175 kW) and a peak torque of 376 Nm; in terms of transmission system, it will match the 8-speed manual transmission.
Editor's comments: Mondeo has undergone a transformation from the world to China and then to China to the world, allowing global car users to see the importance of Chinese car consumer preferences. The many changes in the new Mondeo also represent the further rejuvenation of domestic consumers. The characteristics of the new forces and the attributes of fuel vehicles have undoubtedly further expanded its audience.
Dongfeng Wind God Haoji
The mid-size SUV is positioned, debuted on April 13, and will be launched in the second half of the year
The first SUV of Dongfeng DSMA Advanced Modular Platform
A few days ago, Dongfeng Fengshen released a new mid-size SUV model - the official map of Haoji. The new car is the first SUV built based on Dongfeng DSMA's advanced modular architecture platform. The new car will debut on April 13 and will be officially launched in the second half of the year.
In terms of appearance, the front face of the new car adopts a vertical grille and split headlight design, and its LED daytime running lights are located above, and the far and near integrated headlights are located in the lower part. The new car features a two-tone body design on the sides, and a blackened design at the rims, mirrors, and door handles. At the bottom edge of the window, there is a straight, extended contour line that runs from the front of the car to the rear.
The rear of the car adopts LED through-type taillights, and part of the shape of the taillights echoes the front daytime running lights, and the center of the taillights is the English logo of "AEOLUS" of Dongfeng Fengshen (parameter | picture), and the tail also adopts a double-sided exhaust layout.
In terms of interior, the entire center console is very layered, the two-color interior of the upper white and lower depth shows elegance, the instrument panel and the central control screen through the design, the steering wheel also adopts a two-color design, and the two-spoke design is particularly chic. The interior seats also echo the two-tone interior theme.
In terms of power, the company will have a hybrid version and a fuel version, and the hybrid version is equipped with a Dongfeng Mach-powered MHD hybrid engine and a ternary series of batteries. The fuel version is powered by a 1.5T engine, a maximum power of 204 hp (150 kW) and a peak torque of 350 Nm, which is matched by a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Editor's comments: As the first model of Dongfeng DSMA modular platform, the release of Haoji has also made Dongfeng Fengshen take a new chapter. Product characteristics can be said to keep up with the mainstream aesthetics of current consumers, but how to enhance consumers' awareness of the brand and make more differentiation of products is a problem that needs to be considered in a series of new models after Haoji.
Geely Emgrand S Crossover Player Edition
The compact SUV is positioned and will be available on April 12
Emgrand S new model model, more youthful elements
Geely's new compact SUV, the Emgrand S Crossover Player Edition, will be officially launched on April 12. The new car is a special version of the Emgrand S, mainly in the appearance, interior of the use of a new color scheme, the overall look more fashionable, young.
In terms of appearance, the new car as a whole basically follows the design style of the current model, only to fine-tune the color and details to make the vehicle look more recognizable. Specifically, the new car uses the "Tech Geely 4.0" family design elements, with orange trims on the inside of the grille and at the edge of the front perimeter, making the new car look more stylish. At the same time, the multiple rib lines raised by the front of the new car's engine compartment cover, combined with the car's full body contour lines, make it look simple and powerful overall. In addition, the new car also adds a new modern gray color scheme.
In terms of the rear, the new car adopts a narrow and long taillight group, and adds black trim panels in the middle to connect, with the trapezoidal embedded license plate shape below, which further enriches the visual layering of the rear of the car. At the same time, the new car is also equipped with 17-inch swirling star stream bright rims. In terms of size, with reference to the current model, the new car has a length, width and height of 4430/1833/1573mm and a wheelbase of 2700mm.
In terms of interior, the new car as a whole adopts a light blue + gray contrast design style, equipped with a three-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, a suspended central control LCD screen and a yacht-style gear, making the car look very young and sporty. At the same time, the wrap-around cockpit design further enhances the driving experience of consumers.
In terms of power, with reference to the current model, the new car is equipped with a 1.4T engine, a maximum power of 141 horsepower, and a peak torque of 235 Nm. In terms of transmission, it is matched with an analog 8-speed CVT transmission and a 6-speed manual transmission.
Editor's comments: The Emgrand S is a key model launched by Geely in the compact SUV segment, and its performance has been stable. The launch of this special version also gives this long-listed model a little freshness.
Overseas New Car Part: Lamborghini Huracán Special Edition
Or for the cross-border "off-road version" of the sports car, the overseas debut on April 12
Hurricane Sterrato
Lamborghini officials released a trailer for the new car on April 6. The carbon fiber engine hatch and the nameplate of the "V10" engine can be seen. It is reported that this car or a crossover "off-road version" of Lamborghini Huracán will be launched on April 12.
Since only Huracán is still using the V10 engine, and the final performance version of Huracán STO has also been released, and with reference to the "off-road version" Huracán test spy photos that have been exposed by overseas media, it is expected that the trailer may point to this cross-border model, and the new car is expected to be named "Sterrato", of course, the final decision is still subject to the official.
At present, Lamborghini officials have not given further details on the new car. According to the information previously available, the Huracán Sterrato is a crossover sports car with high ground clearance and off-road equipment, which is a very peculiar crossover model.
In addition, according to the information disclosed by overseas media, this mysterious lamborghini new car may also be another more radical model, that is, "Huracán JV Stradale". Compared to the Terrato, JV Stradale is based on an upgrade of the STO version, with more aggressive tuning, and the model may even be equipped with some electrification systems, with a maximum power of 640 horsepower.
Hurricane JV Stradale
Interestingly, Lamborghini's CEO Stephane Winkelmann also confirmed the existence of these two models in a recent statement: "In the future Lamborghini there will be two derivatives of Huracán models, which we will show in 2022".
Editor's comments: Huracán is one of the more "close to the people" in Lamborghini, based on this "Maverick", whether it is launching a performance version of the STO or a planned "off-road version", the intention is to further expand sales and let more new young rich people open Lamborghini.
New Kia Extreme
Positioned as a compact SUV, the U.S. version debuted on April 13
Korean version of the electrified power system: pure electricity / oil-electric hybrid / plug-in hybrid, whether the US version is used is not known
The US version of the Extreme Rui teaser
The all-new Kia Edge U.S. version will debut during the New York Auto Show, which opens on April 13. Since the new generation of Jirui was unveiled in South Korea at the end of last year, this time it is the first time for the US version. In terms of appearance, the front face of the new car does not use the Kia family-style tiger roar grille, but is equipped with a through-line light strip and split headlights. The headlight group below has an irregular polygonal design, which looks very personal.
Korean version of Kia Jirui, the same below
The side reference Korean version of the model, the shape is relatively stable, the rear tail window and tail lights look very stylish, and the petal wheels look lively. In terms of the rear, the new car adopts a polyline taillight group, which looks fuller overall.
The overall design of the new car's interior is quite scientific and technological, the central control screen and instrument adopt a joint screen design, which is in line with the current fashion trend; the shape of the double-spoke steering wheel is more retro, and the knob-type gear shift mechanism adds a sense of grade to the new car.
In terms of power, the Korean version of the model is available in three versions: oil-electric hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric power system. The hybrid is equipped with a 1.6L four-cylinder engine and a 32kW electric motor with a total power of 139 hp. The plug-in hybrid is equipped with a larger 62kW electric motor with a maximum power of 180 horsepower. However, it is unclear whether adjustments will be made for the North American market.
Editor's Comments: As a compact SUV that is popular in the Korean domestic market, Kia Extreme is undoubtedly a success. But its competitors in the North American market are established Japanese giants such as Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, and the situation in China is similar. As for whether this generation of models will be introduced into China in the future, we still have to put a question mark here.
New Hyundai Paristi/Kia Telluride
Medium and large SUV positioning, sister model, debuted on April 13
At the New York Auto Show, the sister models of medium and large SUVs from Hyundai and Kia, Paristi and Telluride, will also usher in new models. Among them, the new Paristi has been equipped with the latest family-style design style, becoming more tough, and other aspects have not changed much, and the official has also released a trailer for this car on overseas websites.
Judging from the trailer, the grille of the new car has been equipped with a new family design style, but compared with the previous models (such as Tucson), the new Paristiger grid grid line is more rigid, rectangular, making its front face more atmospheric and stable. In addition, we can also see that the new car has a vertical day running light design, headlights or designed next to the "L" type day running light.
Another side trailer shows us the front side of the car, the new car will still be equipped with large rims, and the design of multiple spokes adds a sense of luxury. In addition, the interior and power of the new car is not expected to change much, but the specific information is still subject to the official release.
Trailer for the new Telluride
And Kia's new Telluride is the same. As a mid-term redesign, the new car is expected to undergo some upgrades for the exterior and interior. The official also released a set of teasers not long ago.
Judging from the teaser, Kia's new Telluride grille shape still continues the family design style, and the interior decoration is changed to a horizontal and vertical mesh structure. The internal structure of the headlights will be adjusted, and the daytime lights will be changed to the shape of vertical bars. The lower bracket will also be adjusted, the anti-scab plate area is larger, and the layout of the fog lights inside it will be changed to top and bottom. It is also worth mentioning that the new car is expected to introduce the X-Pro package, providing AWD full-time four-wheel drive and all-terrain tires, among others.
In terms of interior, Kia gives some more information than hyundai. For example, we can see that the new Telluride will adopt a dual-screen interior design, similar to the new generation kia SPORTAGE released not long ago, and it is expected to be equipped with the latest infotainment system. In addition, the air conditioning outlet shape of the new car has been adjusted, the physical buttons in the air conditioning control area below may also be reduced, and the steering wheel shape and central passage area are basically the same as the current model.
Editor's comments: Compared with Ji Rui, the modern Paristi/Telluride is more likely to be introduced into the country (the former has been introduced). At present, the hottest SUV segment in China has begun to change from compact to medium and large, and the listing of the domestic BMW X5 is a key signal.
New Jeep Grand Cherokee
Medium and large SUV positioning, debuted on April 13
3.0T V6+48V power system
The new Grand Cherokee will also be officially unveiled at the New York Auto Show, which opens on April 13, and the biggest change in the new car will be replaced by a new 3.0T six-cylinder engine + 48V light hybrid, code-named "Tornado". This generation was first launched at the end of last year. It is a combination of a 3.6L V6 engine and an 8AT transmission.
The updated powertrain comes from the Stellantis Group, which will replace the Hemi V8 engine, which will be installed on the Jeep Grand Cherokee model, and will be applied to the Dodge Charger, Challenger and RAM pickup models in the future to better reduce the energy consumption of the model.
Cash on sale in The Grand Cherokee in China
Editor's comments: At present, the previous generation of models of the Grand Cherokee is still being sold in China, and there is no news of the introduction of a new generation of models. However, with reference to the 4xe of the Plug-in Hybrid version of Wrangler, the updated plug-in hybrid version of Grand Cherokee will be more in line with the current situation of the Chinese market.