The Haval Raptor is actually a compact SUV owned by Great Wall Motors, and I believe many friends know this model. Compared with its competitors, the Haval Raptor has attracted the attention of many consumers with its starting price of 165,800 yuan, and is one of the more popular models among the plug-in hybrid models. However, one thing to say, in this era of comprehensive "involution" in the automobile market, the guide price of Haval Raptor starting from 165,800 yuan is not cheap, so we still need to see whether the cost performance of this model is high or not, and whether it is worth buying?
The exterior design of the Haval Raptor adopts the design concept of natural power aesthetics, and the overall shape is in the style of a hard-core SUV. The front face of the vehicle adopts the Yadan Longji grille, with the Eye of the Sand Sea LED intelligent headlights, creating a hard-core visual effect without losing the sense of technology. The side and rear design of the car also continue to have strong lines, such as the trapezoidal wheel arches of the earth fortress and the stone pillar dot matrix taillights, which enhance the car's recognizable and hard-core temperament.
However, there is one thing to say, the Haval Raptors also have a lot of deficiencies in terms of appearance. Although the exterior design of the Haval Raptor has received some positive reviews, there are also opinions that its design elements are similar to those of the Haval Big Dog, lacking enough innovation and differentiation. This design similarity may affect consumers' perception of the raptor's uniqueness. Some owners and reviewers have mentioned that the Haval Raptor may have room for improvement in some details, such as the plastic material of the front surround that can be easily damaged off-road. In addition, while the add-on spare wheel and side-opening door design are typical of off-road SUVs, these designs may need to be further optimized in terms of practicality and aesthetics.
The interior design of the Haval Raptor is based on the theme of "Flying Across the World", and adopts a variety of intelligent configurations, such as the new generation of coffee intelligent cockpit system Coffee OS 2 and the coffee intelligent driving system, providing a rich technological experience. In the interior design, in front of the main driver is a 12.3-inch LCD instrument with a hat brim, next to it is a 14.6-inch central control screen, and the car is also equipped with a 9-inch W-HUD head-up display, which can be freely adjusted in height and brightness. The steering wheel is a three-spoke steering wheel, and there are more physical buttons on both sides, which is more convenient.
But then again, the Haval Raptor's cockpit also has some shortcomings. Some users have reported that there are some problems with the interior material of the Haval Raptor Raptor, such as a strong plastic feel, which may affect the luxury and durability of the car. Some owners also mentioned that the interior of the new car has an odor problem, which may affect the health and comfort of the driver and passengers. At the same time, some users said that the Haval Raptor has a shorter seat that does not provide enough support for the legs, and that driving for long periods of time can cause discomfort.
In my personal test drive, I felt that the Haval Raptor had the problem of high engine noise during driving, which seriously affected the comfort of the ride. In addition, although the Haval Raptor is equipped with some intelligent functions, the rear row of the model does not have a USB charging port, nor is it equipped with a front radar and other configurations, which will affect the convenience of daily use to a certain extent.
The Haval Raptor is equipped with a 1.5T engine combined with Hi4 intelligent four-wheel drive electric hybrid technology. This system consists of a 1.5T engine, a front drive module, a rear drive module and a power battery, providing a relatively strong power output. In the actual driving experience, the Haval Raptor is described as having an abundant power output, especially when the battery is sufficient, and the acceleration process is smooth, providing acceleration ability compared to the traditional pure fuel 2.0T or 3.5L naturally aspirated hardcore off-road models. From my personal experience, the Haval Raptors have some off-road ability, can handle basic gravel conditions, and can get out of trouble with the help of a differential lock when one wheel loses braking power.
However, the suspension tuning of the Haval Raptor is generally stiff, although the driving quality is good on urban roads and highways, but on non-paved roads, the suspension shock absorption performance is weak, the body shake frequency is high, and the ride comfort is affected. In off-road conditions, the interior of the Haval Raptor will also have obvious abnormal noises, which affects my driving experience and ride comfort.
summary
As a compact SUV, the Haval Raptor has a certain attractiveness in terms of price, but its shortcomings in interior materials, vehicle system functions, trunk space, chassis height, wind noise problems, engine noise and discounts may affect consumers' car buying experience. The Haval Raptor may be a good choice for consumers who are looking for value for money and a hard-core look, but for those who have higher requirements for interior quality, in-vehicle systems and driving experience, other models may need to be considered.