The facelifted Golf GTi was released, and the all-new X3 and Q5 were unveiled in the summer
Now the wave of electrification is menacing, the first impact is the fuel vehicles we are familiar with, whether you like it or not, many cars have indeed disappeared or are on the way to disappear. Especially in the past two years, many cars have reached the replacement cycle, some add a motor to compromise, and some directly switch to electric. But what is commendable is that there are still some cars that still adhere to pure fuel, such as the new BMW X3 and Audi Q5 and other models. If you like gasoline cars, you must wait for them! The new car is expected to be released this summer and officially launched at the end of the year.
1. The mid-term facelift of the Golf GTi
Before you know it, it's time for the Golf to get a mid-life facelift, which will be its last petrol version. Because the sales performance of the Volkswagen ID.3 is still relatively good, when the life cycle of this generation of models is over, the Golf will be fully switched to the electric track, without the internal combustion engine, and may not have the name Golf. Let's focus on the Golf GTi, the exterior of the new car is only a simple adjustment, the headlight shape is a little smaller, more refined, and the lower air intake shape has not changed. The changes at the rear are also on the lights, and the design of the current model has been added with a blackened style, giving it a more sporty look.
Inside, the biggest change is the center console, which features the same floating design we've seen on the all-new Passat. It is available in two sizes, 10.4 inches and 12.9 inches, and the car machine is upgraded to the latest MIB4 system, which is more smooth and has a lot of functions. Although the large screen is the current trend, I personally prefer the current style, as a performance car, it doesn't need to be so abrupt and exaggerated. It is worth mentioning that the mid-facelift GTI also has real carbon fiber interior parts and a black headliner, which are the most favorite "modifications" of current owners, and they can now be equipped from the factory, which is considered to be in response to the call of fans.
In terms of power, the new GTI is still equipped with a 2.0T engine, but the power has been slightly improved, and the overseas version has been increased from 245 horsepower to 265 horsepower, and the transmission system is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. And the Golf R has also been exposed, the new car has only released spy photos, there is no specific news about the power information, and it will also miss the Chinese market, GTi can still look forward to it. In addition, the regular version of the Golf has also added a 1.5T plug-in hybrid model, which supports 50kW DC fast charging, pure electric range of more than 100km, comprehensive range of more than 1000km, this version is also expected to be introduced to the Chinese market, do you look forward to it?
2. The all-new BMW X3
Then let's take a look at another German benchmark model in the same class, BMW's flagship model has been updated, and the next is the new BMW X3. It is about to end road tests abroad, and the new car is expected to be released and launched in the second half of this year, and domestic models will also be promoted simultaneously. Compared with the current model, the new car has quite a big difference in appearance, size and configuration, and the specific changes will be discussed below. It is worth mentioning that it is expected to keep up with the footsteps of the big brother X5L, and the domestic model will be lengthened to cope with the new forces of the per capita volume king.
In terms of appearance, the design of the new BMW X3 is almost the large new X1, and you may not be able to accurately distinguish between the two cars if you just look at the pictures. BMW's current design has two styles, the more radical being the split styling of the big brothers of the flagship family such as the X7 and 7 Series. The entry-level and mid-range models such as the X1, X3 and 3 Series are relatively conservative, and the appearance is a normal iteration of the familiar BMW Kidney and Angel Eye. I think it's nice to make it easier for everyone to distinguish between them, and it's not interesting for the whole family to put on a face, not to mention that the split design is not necessarily liked by everyone.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 4719mm/1891mm/1676mm, and the wheelbase has increased by 54mm compared with the current model to 2864mm. This is still the data of the "standard" version, after the domestic production it will be one size bigger, the car has become larger, the new X3 looks more calm and restrained in terms of visual perception, and the new X1 is young and sporty. The interior doesn't need to be described too much, the exterior BMW will give you two sets of designs, but the inside is all family-oriented. The overall appearance is better looking and more exquisite, but it is easy to be aesthetically fatigued, and the classic chicken leg stop is gone, replaced by an orchid finger shift!
In terms of power, the all-new BMW X3 has not improved much compared to the current model, and the 2.0T engine is still divided into high and low power versions. The low-power variant produces 184 hp and 300 Nm of torque, while the high-power variant produces 245 hp and 350 Nm of torque, mated to an eight-speed automatic manual transmission. In addition, the new generation model will also add a 48V mild hybrid system to improve the fuel economy and power response speed of the vehicle. The iX3 is currently in full swing and is expected to be released at the same time as the petrol version, and more power information has not been disclosed, so we will keep an eye on it.
3. The all-new Audi Q5
It is worth mentioning that the BMW X3's rival, the new Audi Q5 is also going to meet you! We have talked about it many times, today I briefly reviewed, the appearance is more refined, it looks refreshing, I think it is a bit of the original Q7 that kind of taste. The Audi standard large polygonal grille is still there, and many details are blacked-out, and I'm sure you can tell who it is at a glance. In terms of interior, the new car has been replaced with a new four-spoke multi-function steering wheel, the central control LCD screen has become a floating type, and it is worth mentioning that it also retains some physical buttons, and the gear lever has become a paddle type.
In terms of power, the Audi Q5 is divided into two versions of high and low power, of which the high-power model is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine + 48V mild hybrid system, matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and equipped with a quattro four-wheel drive system. On this basis, it will also launch a plug-in hybrid model equipped with a 2.0T engine + electric motor in the later stage to obtain better power fuel consumption performance. The low-power model is equipped with an EA211 EVO engine, and the specific power data has not yet been announced. Audi has announced that it will only launch all-electric new cars from 2026, so the upcoming all-new Q5 will be the swan song of the gasoline engine, and it is also expected to be released and launched in the summer of 2024, will you buy it?
Write at the end
At this time, there are really not many brands that can stick to oil cars, and the models we are familiar with will slowly become electric cars or even not iterate. From now on, the new fuel cars you can still see, no accident will be the last generation, everyone buy and cherish! Will you buy fuel cars in the future, or embrace electrification? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to discuss!