The popularity of MPV models in the domestic auto market can be traced back to three or four years ago, with the rise of family cars and business demand, independent brands have launched their own MPV models. However, in the face of the high-end medium and large MPV market, the current optional models are still limited, and the overall number is still dominated by joint ventures and luxury brand models. Just at the end of April, SAIC Maxus, which has been deeply involved in the MPV market for many years, brought a new full-size MPV MAXUS G90, launching a total of 8 models of new cars, and the guiding price of 219,900-32.99 million yuan occupies a certain advantage over the same level of models, providing consumers with new options. So, what is the product strength of the G90? How do you choose between the 8 models? Let's take a look.
Exterior design
As the flagship model of SAIC Maxus MPV, the exterior styling of the G90 continues the family's atmospheric design style, from the front face, the huge size grille occupies most of the front area of the front, and the V-shaped chrome trim inside diffuses from the inside to the outside. At the edge of the grille, the G90's daytime light strip is fused with the surrounding chrome trim, and with the MAXUS logo above, the exaggerated design of the front face of the vehicle integrates elements such as atmosphere, sharpness and stability, and the aura is not weaker than that of Models such as Alpha and Mercedes-Benz V.
The nearly 5.3-meter length gives the G90 side an atmosphere and decorum, and the flat waistline that runs through the body is matched with a suspended roof and chrome decoration, and the visual length of the body is stretched again. Coming to the rear of the car, the exaggerated through-the-tail light design extends to the side of the car, enhancing the recognition of the vehicle, and the fashion and high-end texture are also improved again. However, compared to the excellent side rear design, the G90's wheel shape is more mediocre.
Interior design
Sitting in the car, compared with the stable and atmospheric appearance, the interior of the G90 is more textured, and the simple design integrates light luxury, technology and fashion, in line with the aesthetics of a wider consumer group. In terms of detailed design, the integrated triple screen design throughout the center console is the most eye-catching, the left 10.25-inch LCD instrument with double-frame steering wheel and UHD head-up display function, taking into account the creation of sports and scientific and technological texture; the 12.3-inch LCD touch screen located in the center has satellite navigation, online map, voice recognition control system and other intelligent configurations, ensuring the driver's car experience; under the blessing of the split screen display, the LCD screen in front of the co-driver can also enjoy a variety of audio and video entertainment functions. G90's "Rolling Cloud Shu" triple screen design, combined with the matting silver control buttons integrated with the center console, and other detailed elements such as the color-block interior wrapped in soft materials, together give the driver and occupants a simple and luxurious car atmosphere.
Spatial representation
The G90 is officially positioned as a full-size MPV with body dimensions of 5280/1998/1845 mm and a wheelbase of 3200 mm. Under this body size, the G90's seating space can fully meet the daily use of the driver. After adjusting the front seats to the right position, the knee space of the second row of seats is far more than two fists, and for the third row of seats that consumers are most concerned about, the knee space is also more than one and a half punches, even if it is a long trip, it will not feel narrow and crowded. In terms of seat configuration, the G90 medium and high-end models have 12-way main seats, 8-way secondary seats with memory electric adjustment, and the second row of seats also support 8/10-way, electric adjustment/electric adjustment with memory electric adjustment functions according to different models, with seat heating, ventilation and massage functions, providing a wide riding experience for drivers and passengers.
As an MPV model, the G90's spatial layout is more inclined to the seating space where the driver and occupant are located, and when all three rows of seats are used, there is little space left for luggage in the trunk. Although it can meet the daily storage use, for family outings, moving houses and transporting materials and other use scenarios, it is recommended to obtain more trunk space through the rear seat proportional reclining function to meet the use of special conditions.
Dynamic performance
As a full-size MPV, SAIC Maxus equipped the G90 with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 172 kW and a maximum torque of 360 N·m, and the transmission part was matched by an 8-speed automatic transmission. G90's set of 2.0T+8AT power combination Under the premise of ensuring power performance, NEDC's comprehensive fuel consumption is about 8.5L per 100 kilometers, which is already a good result for a large car with a length of nearly 5.3 meters.
Comparison of model configurations
With the improvement of disposable income and the pursuit of quality of life, consumer demand for medium and large MPVs is also gradually rising. In the face of the Buick GL8, Volkswagen Weiran and other similar models, the G90 occupies a certain advantage in price and configuration. So, how to choose the 8 configurations launched by the 2022 G90? Uncle Che will analyze and compare them below, and everyone can choose and buy according to their budget and actual needs.
2022 2.0T Star Seven Edition
Guide price: 219,900 yuan
Recommended index: 4 stars
Reason: The basic configuration is comprehensive and can meet daily use
As the lowest-equipped model in the whole series, in terms of safety configuration, it has the main and co-pilot airbags, front and rear side airbags, front and rear head curtains, tire pressure display, full car seat belt untied reminder, child seat interface, ABS, braking force distribution, brake assist, traction control, body stability system, parallel assist, lane departure warning, lane keeping, road traffic identification and active safety system. In terms of driver assistance configuration, it has front and rear parking radar, 360-degree panoramic image, reversing side warning, full-speed adaptive cruise, driving mode switching, engine start-stop, automatic parking, uphill assist and steep slope mitigation function.
In terms of external configuration, it has electric sunroof, aluminum alloy wheels, right side electric sliding door, inner control lock, keyless start, keyless entry of the whole car, remote start, LED far and near light, LED daytime running lights, adaptive near and far light, headlight height adjustable, headlight delay closure, exterior mirror electric adjustment / electric folding / rearview mirror heating / lock car automatic folding and rain-capacity induction wipers and other configurations. Interior configuration with leather steering wheel, steering wheel manual adjustment, 10.25-inch full LCD instrument, imitation leather seats, 12-way electric adjustment for the main driver, 4-way adjustment for the co-pilot, 4-way adjustment for the second row of seats, reclining of the rear seats, 12.3-inch LCD touch screen, satellite navigation, Bluetooth telephone, voice recognition control, Internet of Vehicles, OTA upgrade, 3 front/rear 4 data interfaces, luggage compartment 12V power interface, 8 speaker speakers, front and rear power windows, window anti-pinch hand, Interior rearview mirror anti-glare, rear privacy glass, automatic air conditioning, rear independent air conditioning, temperature zone control and in-car PM2.5 filter device.
Overall, although it is the lowest model in the whole series, the configuration in all aspects is relatively comprehensive, which can meet the daily driving and passenger cars. If you have a limited budget and don't have too many requirements for configuration, this model is worth recommending.
2022 2.0T Galaxy Seven-Seat/Six-Seat Edition
Guide price: 23.99/249,900 yuan
Recommended index: 3 stars
Rationale: Seat configuration upgrade
The Galaxy seven-seat version has a difference of 10,000 yuan compared with the six-seat version, and the configuration is exactly the same except for the seat layout. The Galaxy Seven-Seat Edition has increased the price by 20,000 yuan compared with the minimum model guide, and in terms of configuration, it has added the left electric sliding door, the induction electric opening and closing luggage compartment, the leather material seat, the auxiliary seat electric adjustment, the auxiliary seat waist 4-way adjustment, the second row seat electric adjustment, the second row seat waist/leg rest adjustment and the second row seat heating/ventilation/massage function. Overall, the 20,000 yuan upgrade is mainly focused on the door and seat configuration, if there are only certain requirements for ride comfort, you can choose this model.
2022 2.0T Nebula Seven/Six Seat Edition
Guide price: 25.99/269,900 yuan
Recommended index: 2 stars
Reason: Internal configuration is upgraded
Compared with the Galaxy Seven Edition, the increase in the guiding price of the Nebula Seven Edition is also 20,000 yuan. Configuration upgrades include: wheels from 18 inches to 19 inches, single sunroof to segmented power windows, main passenger seat ESC to memory power adjustment, speakers to 12 speakers, and internal mirror manual anti-glare upgrade to automatic. Built-in dashcam, front wireless charging, front heating/ventilation/massage, 64-color mood light, and exterior mirror memory have also been added. Overall, the 20,000 yuan upgrade is mainly focused on the internal configuration, and the improvement of seats, audio and video, and rearview mirror functions has brought a better car experience.
2022 2.0T Interstellar Seven/Six Edition
Guide price: 29.99/309,900 yuan
Recommended index: 2 stars
Reason: Driver assistance configuration, internal configuration improved
Compared with the Nebula Seven edition, the guide price increased to 40,000 yuan. In terms of configuration, there are more fatigue reminders, automatic parking, remote control parking, in-car cameras, front 4 rear 2 ultrasonic radar, steering wheel heating, HUD head-up display, active noise reduction, second row of seat left and right adjustment, second row of seat folding table panels, rear multimedia screens and streaming media mirrors. In addition, the second row of seat ESC was upgraded to a memory electric adjustment, and the number of data interfaces was upgraded to 9. In general, the 40,000 yuan upgrade is mainly reflected in the intelligent driving assistance configuration and internal configuration, and the driving and passenger experience have been improved.
2022 2.0T Interstellar Ultimate Edition
Guide price: 329,900 yuan
Recommended index: 4 stars
Reason: The intelligent driving configuration has been upgraded and the driving experience is excellent
The star flagship version model is only a six-seat layout of 2+2+2, which is priced at 20,000 yuan compared with the interstellar six-seat version. In terms of configuration, automatic lane change assistance and 16TOPS intelligent driving assistance chip have been added, and the millimeter wave radar has been upgraded from 3 to 5. In general, this 20,000 yuan upgrade is mainly for the intelligent auxiliary driving configuration upgrade, L2 level automatic driving will bring a more border practical driving experience, if the budget is not limited, then this top-of-the-line model must be the best choice.
Write at the end
Today, with years of technical accumulation, although the brand power is still insufficient, the independent brand already has the strength to compete with the joint venture brand. In addition to the sedan and SUV markets, the quiet rise of MPV reflects the wealth and strength of the people, and at the moment of the upgrading of the consumer market, independent brand models in the field of medium and large MPV can not be absent. In terms of product strength, SAIC Maxus MAXUS G90 has the strength of its peers in terms of design, space and configuration. In terms of choice, among the 8 models launched this time, if the budget is limited, the car uncle first promotes the star version model, and the galaxy version model can be selected according to actual needs; if the budget is sufficient, the top model that takes into account the driving and passenger experience is naturally the best choice.