When it comes to Volkswagen brands, you can't help but think of labels such as "moderation" and "old-fashioned", even if it is the main young and fashionable SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu, it cannot escape the "claws" of the Volkswagen brand family design. However, as a new generation of Lingdu L gradually surfaced, this stereotype seems to be gradually disintegrating. Yes, such an exaggerated design, if you block the logo, no one will guess that this is actually a Volkswagen brand model. And its changes are more than that, the addition of frameless doors and hatchback tailgates, "wide-body coupes", seems to have changed from ridicule to reality.
Appearance: A veritable wide-body coupe
The exterior design of the new SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L completely transcends people's inherent perception of Volkswagen brand design, with a large number of curved elements, a large mouth shape front grille and a through-line light set, stylish and radical, which is completely different from the previous moderate style. In fact, this is somewhat consistent with Volkswagen's current pure electric ID.series model design style, combined with the smooth slip-back rear shape, highlighting the fashionable and dynamic visual effects.
The design of the frameless door + hatchback tailgate not only makes the new Lingdu L more suitable for the identity of the coupe, but also makes it the only one in the same class, at least in the same price range, and there is really no model that can be more coupé than it at this stage. Willow-like headlights have a built-in LED light source and IQ.Light technology to support adaptive near and far lights and steering headlights. The strips connected to the headlights on both sides run through the logo and can be lit with wide lights and far/near lights, etc., and with the bottom "starlight" type mid-mesh, which greatly improves the sense of grade.
The rear design is very layered, and the through-led taillights are decorated on a black background, which does look closer to the Volkswagen ID. series of pure electric vehicles. The "ducktail" design at the end of the tail lid effectively enhances the sense of sport, while the bottom is also equipped with a chrome trim outlined by the imitation exhaust decoration, if the exposed exhaust, the effect will undoubtedly be better.
Interior: Technically decorated pragmatism
The interior design returns to the design of the Volkswagen brand fuel vehicle, which is somewhat different from the minimalist style of the ID. series. The flat-bottom three-frame steering wheel adopts touch buttons and is equipped with punched leather at 39 points, and the specifications are consistent with the Volkswagen GTI, which has a good feel. At the same time, the center console is also equipped with a large number of imitation carbon fiber style trim panels, which echo its sporty positioning.
Multimedia screen built-in MOS operating system, has been installed in many new Models of Volkswagen brands, most of the popular interconnection functions, such as intelligent voice recognition, online navigation, etc., and wireless CarPlay can be achieved. In addition, the car is also equipped with an 8-speaker Beats sound system, the actual effect performance is average, and there is room for improvement in the permeability of bass diving and treble.
The air conditioning control panel is integrated in a multimedia touch screen, and the set temperature can be quickly adjusted by sliding the touch buttons below the screen. If you want to enter the main interface of air conditioning control, in addition to the on-screen menu, you can also operate it through the "CLIMA" touch button below. At the same time, the air conditioning system also supports the "smart air conditioning" mode, and the system will automatically set the air conditioning mode when selecting the desired scene, which is easier to get started.
In terms of comfort configuration performance, the new SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L top version of the test drive is very comprehensive, such as steering wheel heating, front seat heating/ventilation, front seat electric adjustment, automatic headlights with rain and fog mode, induction opening electric tailgate and 30-color interior mood lights and many other high-end functions are equipped, which is one notch higher than the old model in terms of experience.
Motivation: Old recipe old taste
The new Lingdu L is based on the Volkswagen MQB Evo platform, the whole series only provides a power combination of 280TSI, equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, a maximum power of 110kW, a peak torque of 250N·m, and a matching transmission system for a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. This set of power is the classic "old formula" of the Volkswagen brand, known as the "golden power", but unfortunately even the top model does not provide paddle shifters, and due to the replacement of the electronic stopbar, it no longer provides manual mode.
"Old recipe" is naturally "old taste", the new Lingdu L is not difficult to get started, as always, the "popular taste" makes it open up less surprises, lazy throttle adjustment for the driver tolerance is very high, although a coupe look, but the driving experience is still a strong family car taste. The power reserve of the 1.4T engine is as good as ever, the big foot pushes the throttle, the power gushes out, and even brings a little push back feeling.
The transmission is conscientious and can well understand the driver's intentions, but in order to reduce the ups and downs and increase durability at low speeds, today's 7-speed DSG dry dual-clutch transmission is no longer as crisp as it was when it first met domestic consumers, but the impact on daily driving is minimal. In D-gear comfort mode, the driving smoothness is very good, the gear ratio is tight and strong, and it is difficult to pick out problems whether it is a slow upshift or a rapid relegation. It's no exaggeration to say that this gearbox is one of the best domestic dual-clutch transmissions on the market today.
The new Lingdu L is equipped with a front McPherson + rear multi-link independent suspension combination, and comfort is still the main theme of tuning. As a product of the MQB Evo platform, compared with the previous generation model using the MQB platform, the steering feel and suspension action are lighter, and the noise suppression is also better.
In daily driving, the chassis is able to fully filter the bumps in the road surface, especially when passing through undulating roads quickly, and the suspension pulls the body tightly so that it does not produce unnecessary longitudinal floats. At the same time, the texture of the chassis has the same excellent performance as ever, and the resolution of fine bumps on the road surface is more thorough, coupled with the excellent sense of compactness, the comfort of driving in urban road conditions is slightly improved compared with the old model. However, the thickness of the chassis is slightly insufficient, and the sports tires are also more provocative, and when driving on rough asphalt and other roads, the tire noise will be relatively large.
The performance of the handling is also a familiar taste, the inhibition of the roll when cornering is in place, the roll support is more sufficient, but if the speed of the car is too fast when cornering, the body attitude will still produce a certain range of tilt, much like communicating with the driver the boundary of his limit, so that the driver can have enough confidence while enjoying the driving pleasure.
Space: Satisfying the home is not a problem
The 178cm tall experiencer sat in the front row and punched in the head space. In terms of storage space, the number of storage slots of the new Lingdu L is not much, but the volume performance is good, and the front storage slot is equipped with wireless charging function inside, which is very practical.
Keeping the front seat unchanged, the experiencer comes to the back row, the head space is three fingers, and the leg space is more than two punches. In terms of storage space, the back of the front seat is not only equipped with the usual back pockets, but also provides two storage bags above each seat, which is just right for the mobile phone. It is worth mentioning that the Volkswagen ID. series models have a similar design.
The interior of the trunk is flat, the hatchback tailgate increases the longitudinal space, the vertical height of 820mm is significantly higher than that of the average sedan, and the space utilization is higher when combined with the rear seats that support 4/6 ratio reclining. In addition, the car is equipped with an electric tailgate that supports induction opening, and a 12V power interface is provided on the right side of the trunk.
Secure: Fully configured
The new Lingdu L is a top-of-the-line model equipped with a very rich active/passive safety configuration, including parallel assist, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, active braking and road traffic sign recognition. At the same time, in terms of passive safety, the car also provides a knee airbag that is rare in the same class, which can provide all-round protection for the people in the car.
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