Daily usability test horizontal review: high attention mid-size SUV article

With the increasing trend of automobile consumption upgrading, the heat of the medium-sized SUV market segment continues to heat up, attracting many automakers to join in and launch a large number of powerful star models. Previously, Che quality network has tested a number of popular mid-size SUVs, covering independent, joint venture and imported brands. Today, we have selected three models with high attention, namely the autonomous high-end SUV representing the second generation of GAC Trumpchi GS8, the mid-size SUV market recognized benchmark model GAC Toyota Highlander, and the Subaru Auror tiger with both station wagon and SUV characteristics. Whether the three cars are superior or inferior in terms of daily practicality, we will reveal the answer for you through detailed comparison.

First, the comfort configuration test comparison in the car

In terms of interior comfort, the rear seats of the three models are equipped with three headrests, and all support high and low adjustment, but the middle headrest area is slightly smaller than the two side headrests, but it has little impact on daily use. In terms of materials, trumpchi GS8 and Highlander headrests are relatively wide, and the internal padding is thick enough, and the pillow comfort is good. The auberge's headrest is affected by the shape, resulting in a less filling of the interior than the other two cars, and the comfort is slightly lacking.

In terms of central armrest configuration, the central armrest area of the three models is very impressive, and the surface is covered with soft leather, and the pillow comfort is satisfactory. In terms of flexibility, the central armrest of the three models does not support adjustment, among which the Trumpchi GS8 and Highlander can provide sufficient support for the driver's elbow due to the reasonable design of the armrest length and height. The position of the Auror handrail is obviously low, and it cannot play a supporting role when holding the steering wheel normally.

In terms of the adjustable range of the main driver's seat and steering wheel, the performance of the three models is relatively close. The maximum difference in the main driver's seat adjustment range is only 1.5cm, of which the Trumpchi GS8 main driver's seat adjustment range is relatively large, while the Highlander main driver's seat adjustment range is relatively small. In terms of steering wheel telescopic length, highlander and australomer both reached 6cm, which is at the average level of the same level. In the steering wheel adjustment angle test, the Trumpchi GS8 ranked first with a score of 12.5°, followed by Auror Tiger, while the Highlander steering wheel adjustment angle was relatively small.

Second, multimedia configuration test comparison

1. USB and power interface

In terms of USB interfaces, the overall number of Highlander is obviously superior, and the front row provides 1 Type-A + 2 Type-C interfaces, which can meet the charging needs of front row passengers to the greatest extent. The Trumpchi GS8 and Aohu front row provide 2 Type-A interfaces, which can also meet the power demand. The rear of the three cars are equipped with 2 USB interfaces, the difference is that Trumpchi GS8 and Auhoo are Type-A protocol, while Highlander is Type-C protocol, relatively speaking, Trumpchi GS8 and Auhoo have better compatibility.

In terms of on-board power supply, Highlander also won with quantity, the whole car is equipped with 2 12V power interfaces, and the layout is more reasonable. Trumpchi GS8 and Auhoo both provide a 12V power interface, of which the Trumpchi GS8 interface is located under the center console, which is more convenient for daily use, while the interface of Trumpchi GS8 is located in the trunk, which is more convenient to use in the field camping.

2. Car navigation

Trumpchi GS8 and Highlander are equipped with third-party navigation software, of which Trumpchi GS8 is equipped with AutoNavi navigation, Highlander is equipped with Baidu navigation, the navigation system supports voice opening, destination retrieval supports a variety of ways, and daily use is very convenient. Aohu's car machine system is relatively backward, does not provide navigation functions, can only use navigation through mobile phone interconnection, fortunately, the system provides Apple CarPlay, Baidu CarLife and Huawei WeLink three mapping methods, but all three mappings require wired connection.

The navigation system carried by Trumpchi GS8 and Highlander is consistent with the mobile phone in terms of function and operation mode, supports lenovo function, and after entering the destination, the system will provide a variety of path options, and the driver can choose the route by himself. The dashboards of both models can simultaneously map navigation information, which can not only display abbreviated maps and route guidance information, but also support the full-screen display navigation map function, which is more convenient and intuitive to read information.

Third, the comparison of storage space in the car

In terms of storage space in the car, the overall performance of all three cars has reached the average level of the same level. The number of storage compartments in the car is large, and the location and size are more reasonable, which can fully meet the needs of daily use.

The Trumpchi GS8 provides 17 storage spaces throughout the car, and the front and rear door handles are designed with a back cover design, which can be used as a temporary storage box. The wireless charging board of the mobile phone is provided below the air outlet of the central console air conditioner, the central floor is hollowed out to form an open storage space, and the central handrail box adopts a folio design, with a regular internal shape and large volume.

The Highlander offers 16 storage spaces, not only providing the iconic center-controlled through storage slots, but also a segmented design that prevents items from slipping while driving. The central armrest box has a considerable internal volume and is also equipped with a small storage box for sorting and storing items. The third row of seats is designed with two water cup holders on the left and right sides, which is a good care for the passengers in the third row.

The whole car provides 17 storage spaces, the co-pilot front of the long storage compartment with anti-slip design at the bottom, the bottom right side of the center console is also designed storage space, you can place mobile phones and other personal belongings. The central armrest box adopts a layered design, the upper floor can be placed with ticket documents, and the storage space below also has a good performance. The front and rear door handles are under-covered, and the cup holders on the rear center armrests also provide a limit device.

Comparison of trunk space

We measured the actual load capacity of the trunk of the three models. Since the Trumpchi GS8 and Highlander both adopt a 2+3+2 7-seat layout, the depth of the trunk will be affected to a certain extent when the third row of seats is open. In terms of overall comparison, Highlander led the way in the two tests of trunk opening width and opening length, which is convenient for carrying some larger items, while the vertical height of the Trumpchi GS8 trunk is slightly superior, compared with the Auror Tiger trunk with a depth of 107cm, which is more suitable for loading longer size items.

Fourth, the comparison of the in-car vision test

During the safety test, we measure and compare the field of view that is most commonly used in the daily use of the vehicle. In the blind spot test session directly in front of the field of view, we used the 70 cm high pile bucket as a reference object, and then adjusted the relative position of the vehicle until the upper edge of the pile bucket could be seen in the main driver's seat.

In the process of actual measurement, the measured data of the front and rear visual distances of the three models are quite different, among which the Auror Tiger performs better and the test results are at the middle and upper reaches of the same level. Highlander has a smaller rear-view blind spot due to its streaming rearview mirrors. The Trumpchi GS8 is affected by the founder shape, resulting in large blind spots in the front and rear visual fields.

In the field of view test of the exterior mirror range, none of the three cars were equipped with hyperboloid mirrors, but still provided a wide field of view. Judging from the test results, highlander's overall performance is remarkable, and the performance of both exterior mirrors has reached the average level. Although the Trumpchi GS8 has a high score in the left outer rearview mirror among the same class models tested, the blind spot on the right side of the field of vision is large. The Auror tiger also had a slightly inferior test score in the right exterior mirror to the average level, which ultimately affected the score.

Fifth, reversing auxiliary configuration comparison

Both trumpchi GS8 and Highlander models are equipped with front/rear parking radars, but there are obvious differences in paragraph design. Among them, Highlander adopts the front/rear four-stage design of the mainstream of the same level, and the Trumpchi GS8 adopts the design of the first two stages and the last four stages. Auhoo is only equipped with a rear parking radar and adopts a three-stage design. Referring to the previous test experience, the closer to 25cm in the continuous beeping stage, the closer it is to daily use habits. In terms of test results, there is also a significant gap between the three cars, the farthest detection distance of the radar after the Trumpchi GS8 is larger, and the continuous beep prompt distance is closer to 25cm, but the front radar can detect the distance closer. Highlander front and rear radar detection distance is moderate, and the paragraph division is clear, but due to the continuous beep prompt distance and the standard value of the large gap, daily use needs to pay more attention. The continuous buzzing prompt distance of the Auror Tiger rear radar is 35cm, and the design is relatively conservative.

Reversing image part, Trumpchi GS8 and Highlander are equipped with 360-degree panoramic images, of which Trumpchi GS8 image clarity is good, support 2D and 3D display modes, as well as multi-perspective real-time pictures, and equipped with chassis perspective function, convenient to view the road surface situation, to avoid the phenomenon of support. Highlander's panoramic image resolution is lower, more grainy, and more single-function. The Aohu only provides the conventional reversing image function, the clarity is not high, but it provides the auxiliary line and distance identification line of the follow-up steering, and there is also a digital display designed on the inside of the rear windshield, which can display the distance between the rear obstacle and the rear obstacle, which can provide a reference for the driver during the reversing process.

In daily use, vehicles often encounter the situation of turning or turning around in narrow roads, and the minimum turning radius of the vehicle is very important at this time. The minimum turning radius refers to the circular radius of the trajectory that rolls over the support plane in the center of the outer steering wheel when the steering wheel is turned to the limit position and the car is steering at the lowest stable speed. The smaller the turning radius, the better the maneuverability of the car. Know the minimum turning radius of your car, and know what to expect when the vehicle turns or makes a U-turn to avoid scratching and other situations. After actual measurement, the turning radius of the three cars is more than 5m, of which the Highlander turning radius is 5.1m, which is at average in the same level of models tested, while the Trumpchi GS8 and Auhoo turning radius are both 5.4m, and the conventional road needs to leave enough margin to complete the U-turn.

summary

The three mid-size SUVs selected this time come from different camps, but their performance in terms of practicality is satisfactory. Trumpchi GS8 continues the cost-effective style that its own brand has always pursued, and the overall configuration performance is very generous, especially in terms of vehicle systems and parking auxiliary images with high daily use frequency, which are rich in functions and have a good experience. As an imported model, the configuration level of Aohu is not high, but it still impresses people in terms of front and rear vision blind zone control and spatial performance. In contrast, Highlander's test results are not much different, although there is no particularly outstanding performance, but the pursuit of balance. Overall, the three cars have no obvious shortcomings in terms of practicality, and consumers can choose according to their own needs.