In the new domestic car-making forces, Xiaopeng Motors' P7 and G3 cars have gained widespread attention in the pure electric medium-sized car and pure electric compact SUV market with excellent sense of science and technology and cost performance, and in the most competitive pure electric compact car market, Xiaopeng Automobile will naturally not let go of this "fertile land", and Xiaopeng P5 is a blockbuster model launched for this level of market. The car is mainly facing the young consumer group, not only has an avant-garde appearance style, but also equipped with a rare intelligent configuration of the same level, especially lidar, which is its main selling point. So what kind of experience will Xiaopeng P5 have when it is opened? Let's move on.
Appearance: low-key, subtle
Compared with its own flagship model Xiaopeng P7, the appearance of Xiaopeng P5 has obviously converged, and the overall appearance is low-key and subtle. From the front, the front face of the car is simple in shape, and the LED daytime running lights that run through it also adopt a segmented design at both ends, which improves the overall visual width and recognition.
On the side, the overall shape of the vehicle is smooth and compact, with chrome trim extending from the front window to the rear, creating a suspended roof effect, while hidden door handles also reduce driving resistance. It is worth mentioning that the wind resistance coefficient of Xiaopeng P5 is only 0.223Cd. Although the Xiaopeng P5 is positioned in a compact car, it is not inferior to its peers in terms of body size. The rear shape of the vehicle is relatively simple. The taillights adopt a through-line design, and the taillights are also in a segmented style at both ends, which echo the headlights after lighting. In addition, the wide black surround at the rear of the vehicle also adds to its crossover atmosphere.
In terms of details, the charging ports of the car are distributed on both sides of the fenders, and it is enough to press the open cover plate when using. The car's tires are the Michelin Primacy series, which are mainly quiet and comfortable, and its specifications are 215/50 R18. In addition, in the roof position of Xiaopeng P5, it is also equipped with solar power panels, which have a maximum power generation capacity of 60W, and when parked, solar panels can be used for cooling and ventilation in the car.
It is worth mentioning that the Xiaopeng P5 600P model that was test-driven this time is also equipped with lidar, which is located at both ends of the bumper and can achieve centimeter-level ranging. The radar mainly serves the urban NGP function of the XPILOT 3.5 autonomous driving assistance system. After the user sets the line from point A to point B, intelligent navigation assistance can be realized. At the same time, NGP can also realize intelligent lane change beyond slow car, intelligent selection of optimal lane, intelligent speed limit adjustment, intelligent entry and exit ramp, intelligent switching of highway, intelligent emergency avoidance of lane change, traffic cone barrel identification/avoidance, large truck avoidance, night overtaking reminder, fault vehicle avoidance and other functions, in the applicable road conditions can assist in following the navigation path, guide the vehicle to the destination.
Interior: simple, strong sense of technology
The interior of the vehicle is simple, in addition to the multi-function buttons on the steering wheel, there are no physical buttons in the central control area, which is also in line with the popular trend of new energy vehicles. The two-color center console and through-air air conditioning outlet also enhance the layering of the car. It is worth mentioning that the center console of the car is also wrapped in soft materials, creating a good sense of grade. The three-spoke steering wheel is comfortable to hold, and the multi-function buttons on both sides control multimedia and cruise functions. The 12.3-inch LCD meter displays a clear display of key information such as multimedia, vehicle status, and navigation paths.
The 15.6-inch vertical screen display effect is also excellent, equipped with Xmart OS 3.0 vehicle interconnection system, with Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8155P chip, making itself have excellent computing power. In terms of function, in addition to supporting regular navigation, Bluetooth, QQ music. It also supports the download of third-party applications, such as B station, Mijia Internet, NetEase Music and Sing Bar, etc., and the scalability is worth affirming.
In terms of voice interaction, just a "Hello Little P" can wake up the car system. The overall response speed of this car-machine system is relatively sensitive, and the speech recognition rate is also excellent. It is worth mentioning that Xiaopeng P5 also supports car control drones, after connecting with drones, you can control the intelligent flight of drones through voice and central control screens, and shoot your favorite pictures outdoors.
Xiaopeng P5 is equipped with a dual-zone automatic air conditioning system, the central control screen can control all the functions of the air conditioner, and it is also equipped with shortcut buttons at the bottom of the screen to facilitate the driver's quick selection. The interior of the air conditioning system is equipped with in-car PM2.5 filter and on-board air purifier function, which can further ensure the air quality in the car. In addition, this air conditioning system can also choose extremely fast cooling, intelligent deodorization and other functions, the overall effect is more obvious.
In terms of comfort configuration, Xiaopeng P5 is also very well done, and the panoramic canopy opening area is considerable, which increases the lighting in the car. Also equipped with an incense function under the center console, this set of fragrances offers three different flavors, and when the air conditioning interface is turned on, the aroma comes to the surface. At the same time, behind the rear central armrest, the model also equipped with an on-board refrigerator, the internal temperature can be adjusted between 6 degrees, 0 degrees and minus 6 degrees, which is very practical in the hot summer. In addition, the front seats of the car also support heating function, and the main driver also supports ventilation, measured ventilation and heating speed.
It is worth noting that the Xiaopeng P5 is also equipped with sleep and movie space modes. After finding the sleep and viewing space options in the central control screen, tap and remove the front seat headrest, and the vehicle will automatically adjust the seat, so that the front seat cushion and the rear seat cushion form a nearly flat space. Subsequently, you can apply optional mattresses, projectors and other equipment to enjoy the cinema-level movie viewing experience brought by Xiaopeng P5.
Power: acceleration is faster, endurance is long-lasting
In terms of power, the Xiaopeng P5 is equipped with a permanent magnet/synchronous single motor with a maximum power of 155 kW and a maximum torque of 310 N·m. In terms of batteries, the test drive type is equipped with lithium iron phosphate batteries, the battery energy density is 55.9kWh, and the mileage of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is 450km. In terms of performance, the car also supports three driving modes: standard, sport and economy, and accelerates from 100 kilometers in only 7.5 seconds.
In actual driving, the standard mode of the car starts smoothly, the acceleration pedal is also very heeled; when the deep acceleration pedal, the constant torque output is more direct, can bring excellent push back feeling; and in the sports mode, the car driving style as a whole is more aggressive, the power response is more rapid, after stepping on the acceleration pedal in situ, the vehicle will also slightly "look up", at this time the driver can also feel a little weightless; and in the economic mode, the car power response will be "slow half beat", the vehicle does not seem to be eager to understand the driver's intentions.
The Xiaopeng P5 also supports X-Pedal driving mode and comfortable driving mode, of which X-Pedal driving mode can control the vehicle to complete acceleration and deceleration through the acceleration pedal. When the mode is turned on, the accelerator pedal is lifted, the vehicle has a clear drag feeling, and the driver's body will follow the body slightly forward, the overall feeling is like stepping on the brakes, the feeling is slightly abrupt. The comfortable driving mode is that the driver can achieve a long-distance taxiing of the vehicle after releasing the accelerator pedal.
In terms of kinetic energy recovery, Xiaopeng P5 supports low, medium and high three modes adjustable, in the low-end mode, the overall feeling is closer to the fuel vehicle; in the "medium" mode, the vehicle can slightly feel the sense of dragging, the overall intervention is not very stiff; and when the highest gear, the overall driving experience is similar to the X-Pedal driving experience.
In terms of NVH, the Performance of xiaopeng P5 is equally outstanding. When the vehicle is stationary, only a subtle electric current sound can be heard in the car; and when driving at high speeds, the suppression of wind noise and tire noise is also in place, and the normal communication of personnel in the car is not a problem.
In terms of battery life, the actual experience, starting from the North Fourth Ring Road to the capital airport, the mileage displayed at departure is 439km, and after driving all the way north through the North Fourth Ring Road, the Airport Expressway, and the city's main roads and other important sections, the average speed is about 50km/h, after 25 kilometers of driving to reach the destination, at this time the computer mileage is displayed as 400km, and the cruising performance is decent.
In terms of steering power, the Xiaopeng P5 supports three modes: gentle, standard and sporty. The overall difference between gentle and standard mode is not large, the steering wheel is lighter overall, while in sports mode, the steering force of the steering wheel becomes slightly heavier. It is commendable that in various steering modes, the overall steering of the car is relatively accurate, and the steering wheel has almost no virtual position, which belongs to the adjustment of "which to play".
In terms of suspension, the car is equipped with a combination of front McPherson independent suspension and rear torque beam type non-independent suspension, and the overall shock filter effect is excellent, ensuring internal comfort. In addition, compared with the Previous Test Drive Xiaopeng P7, the suspension system support of the Xiaopeng P5 is slightly weakened, but considering the positioning of the model, this tuning style is also acceptable.
In terms of braking, the overall performance of the car is more linear. When braking at full force in the unmanned field, the braking force output is relatively excellent, the body leans forward moderately, and the body posture is also maintained well, and the overall performance is worthy of recognition.
Space: Meets everyday needs
The 180cm tall experiencer sat in the car, the space did not feel cramped, after adjusting the front seat, the head space still had a punch and three fingers margin, the performance was satisfactory. The cup holder in front of the central armrest is still deep and equipped with a limiter inside, which can fix the water cup and water bottle, and the front of the cup holder is also equipped with a deep storage compartment and also supports the wireless charging function of the mobile phone, which can be placed in the wallet and other items when not in use. The lower part of the operating table is equipped with a running storage compartment, but the space is not very large, and small mineral water bottles can be placed inside. The central armrest box is extremely eye-catching, with a large depth inside, and the lid can be opened and closed smoothly after being placed in the water bottle. The storage slots on the door panels on both sides are also equipped with separate cup holders, and many items can be put in after the water bottle is placed, which is worth affirming.
Keeping the front row still, the experiencer came to the back row, the head space was one punch, and the leg space was more than two punches, and the performance was satisfactory. The central platform of the car is almost straight, and the middle occupants will not feel cramped when riding three people. The spatial performance of the storage slot of the rear door panel is also worthy of recognition, and items such as wallets can still be put into the water bottle. The layered storage bag is eye-catching, and the upper part can put items such as mobile phones, and the lower part can put books and other items. The rear drain cup holder is also equipped with a limiter, and there is a slender storage compartment in front of it for small items.
The trunk platform of the car is relatively flat, with a volume of 450L under normal conditions, and the trunk space cannot be expanded due to the fixed design of the rear seats. In the lower part of the trunk floor, there is also a hidden storage compartment, and the interior space is more impressive. It is worth mentioning that there is no trunk opening button outside the Xiaopeng P7 car that has been complained about before, and it has finally been added on the Xiaopeng P5, which is indeed much more convenient to operate.
Security: All-round protection
In terms of safety configuration, Xiaopeng P5 is also very well done, the panoramic image function is displayed more clearly, and the car also supports the chassis perspective function, which is convenient for drivers to view. After actual experience, the vehicle's lane departure assist function is very responsive, when the vehicle is offset, the vehicle steering wheel will be slightly back to the right, and the vehicle will also emit a tone. In addition, if the vehicle is driving at high speed, the seat belt will also follow the vibration. The vehicle's active cruise control system can be divided into three adjustable distances, in the nearest distance, and the distance in front of the car is two bodies, when there is a social vehicle congestion, the system will quickly identify and brake.