With the increasing popularity of the MPV market, more and more car companies began to enter this segment, as the leading brand of domestic automobiles, SAIC Volkswagen also launched its own MPV model - Weiran, although there is a high-profile debut publicity, but it seems that its sales are not so high-profile, so where does it lose? Today we will explore it.
Slightly like the exterior shape of an SUV
In fact, many friends may be the same as me, the first time I saw Weiran when I thought it was an SUV, which may also be the place where many buyers hesitated, the front of the car used the popular horizontal bar elements of the Volkswagen family, the large area of the horizontal network used a number of trim strips inside the shape, the headlights on both sides and the middle net are integrated, compared to the same level in momentum, the use of a large number of chrome materials also enhances the luxury.
As a medium and large MPV, Weiran did not follow the traditional boxy shape on the side of the car, but used the round and stretch lines commonly used in the SUV in the silhouette of the car, the waist line runs through the head and tail while also connecting the door handles together, there is a clear concave shape under the door, to a certain extent, the sense of strength is highlighted, the window part is the most moving stretch, especially the C-pillar rear slightly raised, looking quite sporty.
The rear part of the car has added a spoiler above the tail window, with a large rear window inclination, with a strong sporty atmosphere, the inner corner of the taillights on both sides is sharper, the middle is connected by chrome strips, the number plate area has a clear recessed shape, and the bottom is also equipped with double chrome exhaust decoration.
Family-owned interior design
To say that Weiran and the traditional MPV is not the same place, there is an interior, sitting in the car, you are also difficult to identify its positioning at a glance, the family T-type central control layout still maintains a regular shape, the central control countertop uses a large number of soft materials wrapped, and added wood grain and paint material panel collocation, in luxury performance is good, the suspension central control screen has a directional angle of tilting on the driver's side, the following is a small number of buttons, the steering wheel is added to the metal material elements, increasing luxury.
In addition to the entry-level model, the rest of the models are equipped with a 12-inch central control screen, built-in a new intelligent connection system, in addition to the standard GPS and conventional multimedia system, but also support CarLife, CarPlay and Car Networking, and standard voice control, the entire menu level and operation logic is simple and intuitive, familiar with the public friends can quickly get started, high-end models provide L2 level assisted driving system, full speed adaptive cruise for long-distance driving is quite convenient.
Sufficient but gaping interior space
Weiran has a 5346 * 1976 * 1781mm body size, wheelbase of 3180mm, excellent parameters to ensure the space performance in the car, the second row of seats adjusted to the end, can get more than 3 punches of luxury knee space, but compared with gl8 there are still some tiny gaps, in the second row to the front, the third row can get about 1 punch distance, compared to GL8 there is still some gap.
In terms of storage, in addition to the conventional storage compartment in Weiran's car, a huge space is also set up under the barrier area, which can place some large items, and the second and third rows are equipped with independent cup holders, regardless of storage volume or humanization. The trunk size is better, much larger than the GL8, and the inner hall is unconventional, and the three trolley cases of 20/24/28 inches can be placed when the third row is full, while the remaining space can still hold a lot of luggage.
Responsive and smooth dynamic performance
Weiran all series are equipped with the familiar EA888 2.0T engine, using high and low power two adjustments, low power version of the maximum power of 137kW (186Ps), high power version of the maximum power of 162kW (220Ps), the maximum torque is 320N · m / 350N · m, are matched with 7DCT gearbox, from the actual experience, Weiran's throttle setting is more sensitive, at the beginning will feel some rush, which is also based on the consideration of the vehicle's own weight, Even friends who are familiar with Volkswagen models also need to adapt, this set of powertrains can bring a coherent sense of acceleration, but it is slightly inadequate when speeding up at medium and high speeds, but for an MPV, smooth comfort is the first priority.
The McPherson independent suspension plus multi-link independent suspension structure adopts a soft setting, which can fully filter out the vibration of the road surface, while the chassis also maintains excellent toughness, and the higher sitting posture makes Weiran drive closer to the SUV. The sound insulation performance of the whole vehicle is good, the driving is relatively quiet, and the front and rear rows can get "fair sound insulation treatment".
Write at the end
If we talk about the competitiveness of Weiran alone, it is indeed a model with outstanding strength, but due to the problem of the model's background, it is not as high as gl8 in recognition, and there is also a certain gap in spatial performance, which may be the reason why its sales performance is not very amazing, I don't know how you think about this car?