We say that when product homogenization comes to an end, individuality and difference become weights that transcend the traditional mainstream. When competitors on the market are in a dead movement, on the basis of the original movement to further broaden the product dimension, so that the seemingly balanced development path has become the embodiment of the differentiation of the times. So, in contrast, domestic independent brands, is there such a model? Personally, I think that the UNI-V of Changan Automobile counts as one.
The same design concept makes Changan UNI-V and eleven generations of Civic have a lot of similarities. This should be a good thing, but it has made many consumers difficult: what should be the choice of the three best students who are also in the A-class car market? In this regard, we may wish to make a comprehensive comparison of the two models, whether the horse is a mule to try it. So, if you have the same questions, you might as well move on.
Let's first look at the spatial comparison between the two cars. The body size of Changan UNI-V is 4680*1838*1430mm, and the wheelbase is 2750mm; the body size of the 11th Generation Civic (hereinafter referred to as "Civic") is 4674*1802*1415mm, and the wheelbase is 2735mm.
In the actual riding space, both models are in line with the mainstream model performance, both in terms of head space and leg space. The only difference is in the external configuration, such as the Sunroof configuration loved by the Chinese, Changan UNI-V in addition to the lowest model, the rest of the models are equipped with a panoramic canopy with a size of 0.53m, while the Civic in addition to the top and sub-top models, equipped with only electric sunroof. Such configuration differences make Changan UNI-V have a stronger sense of space.
Similar configuration differences are also reflected in the equipping of electric and induction trunks. In the price range of about 130,000 yuan, there are not many models equipped with induction electric trunks, but Changan UNI-V has done it, and in addition to the minimum model to provide options, the rest of the model versions are equipped. Moreover, Changan UNI-V is also equipped with a hatchback tailgate with greater opening, which is not only more convenient to open, but also more calm and elegant.
It is worth mentioning that the Changan UNI-V is equipped with the unique intelligent electric rear wing of the same class, which can provide up to 25kg downforce when opened, increasing the stability of the body when driving at high speed. And the door handle adopts a hidden design, which is integrated with the body, so that the air flow smoothly through the surface of the car body, effectively reducing the wind resistance. When approaching with the car keys, the door handle senses the welcome to automatically pop out, allowing exquisite life to melt into every detail.
Inside the car, the two models present two very different design styles. Changan UNI-V emphasizes a sense of technology and sportiness, while Civic emphasizes simplicity and mechanics. Compared with the return to the classic of the Civic, Changan UNI-V adopts the Mobius 3+1 full-vision combat instrument based on the human factors engineering design, allowing the driver to view the important driving information on the instrument screen with an eye movement of 10 degrees, keeping his eyes off the road, safe and efficient, and creating an immersive driving experience.
At the same time, Changan UNI-V adopts a new generation of ergonomic sports seats, and the full flanks can provide more reliable support for the driver when cornering sharply. The sci-fi-like battleship-style electronic gear design also makes each driving more ceremonial.
In terms of internal configuration, both models are closely following the trend of the times, and both adopt a large-sized central control display, which can be interconnected with mobile phones. Here I have to praise the ability of Changan UNI-V to create a sense of internal atmosphere. On the one hand, Changan UNI-V has added gesture control and facial recognition functions, which are both high-tech and playable; on the other hand, the addition of Sony audio and 64-color ambient lights in the car has created a stronger sense of luxury quality.
With the emergence of a new generation of young consumers, there are new requirements for vehicles, both highly playable and safe and reliable. At the driver assistance level, Changan UNI-V and Civic are equipped with full-speed adaptive cruise system, so that the vehicle can help drivers share driving tasks in different scenarios, so as to achieve fatigue relief. However, in the supporting auxiliary configuration, the two are different.
It can be seen that the Civic chose to add a variable steering ratio to make the driver more comfortable when driving, but the consideration of auxiliary configurations such as rear parking radar and auxiliary images is still in a more traditional concept. In contrast, Changan UNI-V is more in-depth about the application of driving assistance scenarios, and its 5-millimeter wave radar is enough to support its intelligent performance in different scenarios. For parking and storage, the 360° panoramic image equipped with UNI-V with 180° chassis perspective technology and driving recorder function can monitor the situation around the vehicle in real time and form a 540° safety field of vision without dead angles; coupled with automatic parking, it can well alleviate the embarrassment that drivers may encounter when parking, and the daily use of cars is easy and convenient.
At the same time, Changan UNI-V has also upgraded the driver trigger lane change and the smart recommendation lane change function. After turning on the intelligent driver assistance, as long as the turn signal is dialed, the driver trigger lane change (UDLC) function will automatically monitor the adjacent lane and the surrounding road conditions, such as meeting the lane change conditions, you can intelligently give the lane change prompt, worry-free and safe. The smart recommendation lane change (IRLC) function can be combined with radar, camera and other sensors to monitor the road environment in real time, in the case of conditions permitting, will intelligently give the driver a lane change suggestion, especially in the highway is about to leave the ramp section, the system will actively remind the driver to change lanes, to avoid missing the ramp, very practical.
In terms of body safety, Changan UNI-V adopts the Ark cage body structure that has just been selected as "2021 China's Top Ten Body", which not only has excellent characteristics such as low center of gravity, high rigidity and light weight, but also uses thermoforming for A-pillar, B-pillar reinforcement and other parts, uses ultra-high strength steel for multiple parts such as sill beams, accounts for more than 70% of the vehicle's high-strength steel and above, and the highest rigidity is 1500Mpa. At the same time, with the optimization of the energy absorption structure of the body and the design of collision energy unloading, the impact on the crew compartment can be effectively reduced and provided reliable safety care for the user's travel. It can be said that the safety of the Changan UNI-V Ark cage body is not lost at all compared to the Honda Civic ACE body.
In terms of safety configuration, although the Honda SENSING safety supersensitive system equipped by Civic is very rich, the performance of Changan UNI-V is not inferior. UNI-V is not only equipped with 6 airbags as standard throughout the series, but also has a lot of active safety equipment, which makes Changan UNI-V have a stronger "anti-risk ability", and can remind drivers and even actively avoid danger before the accident occurs, improving safety.
In order to adapt to the changes in the needs of young consumers, the Eleventh Generation Civic began to pay attention to driving quality, no longer blindly pursuing speed, but UNI-V obviously understands the voices of young consumers. Although the horsepower of the two models is very close in terms of parameters (pictured below), the UNI-V wins a cleaner start. According to the 100 km acceleration results of both sides, the 100 km acceleration time of Changan UNI-V is 7.3 seconds, and the 100 km acceleration time of the Civic 8.6 s is somewhat inferior.
At the same time, thanks to the X-pedal technology of UNI-V, in 6 mainstream use scenarios and 17 different working conditions, it can ensure that the vehicle is always accelerated as the user wishes, and the actual car needs of the Chinese people can be diversified. For example, in the urban and high-speed conditions we most often encounter, the torque burst required by the two is different, the former requires a more brisk torque output when the car is congested, and the latter requires the torque to be exploded in an instant for a better overtaking experience. The Changan UNI-V equipped with X-pedal technology can intelligently detect the driver's intentions and adjust the torque burst of the vehicle in a timely manner, so that the driver can get a more comfortable driving experience.
It should be noted that the changan UNI-V series uses the same set of power systems, which also means that even the owners of entry-level models can enjoy the same power control performance. Civic uses 1.5T high and low power, and its low-power version is inferior in horsepower and torque, which means that the driving experience of entry-level owners will be different. It is worth mentioning that according to reliable news, Changan UNI-V is about to launch a 2.0T version, bringing richer power options.
Judging from the comparison process, both models show their personality and purity very well. In contrast, Changan UNI-V has a greater advantage in body size, interior configuration, active and passive safety configuration, and power configuration. In the competition, these full-dimensional "barrel properties" may be common, but the underlying genetic evolution given by the Ark architecture and the application of technology such as X-pedal lean calibration have combined to shape UNI-V's excellent handling quality. In addition, the Ark cage body structure and rich active and passive equipment make Changan UNI-V have excellent safety performance. It can be said that the comprehensive strength of Changan UNI-V is not inferior to mainstream joint venture cars such as Civic, and it is worth adding to the car purchase list.