This car is really suitable for young people! Test drive Lynk & Co 03
Although there was a big controversy about the front face design of Lynk & Co at the beginning, and various voices had mixed opinions about it, as for my personal feeling, it may be that I have seen a lot in the past few years, and it seems that I am used to seeing it again. And since Lynk & Co began to use the split headlight design, many new cars have also begun to adopt such a design in recent years, I don't know if it is a trend brought by Lynk & Co?
So far, Lynk & Co has launched 6 models, except for the Lynk & Co 03 (picture | configuration | inquiry) (picture | configuration | inquiry) which is a sedan, the others are SUVs. The topic of Lynk & Co 03 has always had a relatively high popularity, and among many domestic car products, when it comes to performance and handling, the first thing we think of must be it. At the 2021 WTCR Touring Car World Cup, Lynk & Co has won three consecutive championships, and it is also the first team to win three consecutive championships in WTCR competitions. It is precisely because of the proud results in the competition that the new brand of Lynk & Co has become famous all over the world.
Of course, it has such a strong strength in the track, and its civilian version only costs about 150,000 yuan, which is not an unattainable dream for young people. So what kind of experience can such a top WTCR with less than 200,000 yuan on the ground give us? Today, Brother Zhi got the latest Lynk & Co 03 DCT Jin Halo Edition in 2023, which is the top version, let's experience it together!
The 2023 Lynk & Co 03 has added a more exaggerated sports design than before in the appearance part, and we released an article when the official picture was released before, which sparked heated discussions in the comment area, and some fans said: The appearance of Lynk & Co 03 has become more fierce and feels more handsome! But some fans said: This design seems to be a bit too strong, too exaggerated.
When I saw such an all-black new Lynk & Co 03 in front of me, I personally thought that the overall feeling was getting better. The middle grille part of the front face adopts the design of a trapezoidal rectangular grille, the shape is exaggerated and the lines are also strong and powerful, and the piano black vertical bar elements are arranged in the middle, and the visual effect is indeed very shocking. The design of the high and low beam light clusters is also more refined than that of the old model, and the glossy square structure is added to the outside of each light source, and the details appear more layered. However, if it is not for the black body, then I have reservations.
The body size of the Lynk & Co 03 is 4684/1843/1460mm, and the wheelbase is 2730mm, positioning it as a compact car. The fastback body design has become an important design technique used by most car companies to reflect the youthfulness and sportiness of the product, but when it comes to the side of the body of the Lynk & Co 03, the D-pillar line of the Lynk & Co 03 does not seem to be so exaggerated from this direction. The car I tested today is equipped with 19-inch forged wheels, a thinner spoke design and a two-tone matching, which has a certain degree of improvement in visual effect
Coming to the rear part of Lynk & Co, the low-key but not negligible small rear wing on the tail box, the through-type taillights use transparent blackened lampshades, and the internal LED light source is like a small square, which feels quite exquisite. There is an exaggerated tail diffuser under the tail, which makes the entire rear of the Lynk & Co 03 look quite sporty, and there is a small pilot light in the middle of the diffuser, and the exposed pipes on both sides. To be honest, I really like the design of the rear part of the 2023 Lynk & Co 03, which combines sportiness, sophistication, and a modified car feel. And the point is, it is a legally modified car from the original factory.
Entering the interior part, the all-black interior color makes the whole cabin still full of a sense of battle, with bright fluorescent green stitching, and a large number of suede wrapping is added to the center console, door panels and other positions, which is also a distinctive feature of the interior of Lynk & Co 03. The flat-bottomed steering wheel and integrated sports seats are designed to emphasize its sporty DNA at all times. The 2023 Lynk & Co 03 has been upgraded with a full LCD instrument cluster and a large central control multimedia screen, with a larger size, clearer display effect, and richer functions. The large central control screen on the top model also has a sliding function, which can control up and down movement, although it seems to have no practical significance, but it still feels very cool.
However, in terms of interior space, compared with domestic sedans of the same level, Lynk & Co 03 does not have much advantage, and the door panel design is thicker, which encroaches slightly more on the lateral space in the car. The legroom and headroom of the passengers in the second row are enough for everyday household use, but not exaggerated and generous. The Lynk & Co 03 is equipped with a panoramic sunroof, which is very important for a car with an all-black interior, and opening the sun blinds does give the car a better sense of openness.
Lynk & Co 03 has added an NFC unlock function, in addition to the ordinary physical key, there is a card key, I personally actually like the card key. Because you don't usually have a backpack when you go out, a smaller and lighter card key can really reduce the burden on your pocket.
Lynk & Co 03 has 1.5T and 2.0T versions respectively, there is not much difference in the design and configuration of the exterior and interior parts, and the 1.5T has also been replaced by a four-cylinder engine from the previous three-cylinder engine, if you are more concerned about cost-effective users, then the 1.5T version of Lynk & Co 03 is also worth considering.
After talking about the static part, we drove this Lynk & Co 03. First of all, the moment you start the car, you will hear a noticeable exhaust sound. The 2.0T engine of Lynk & Co 03 can output a maximum power of 254 horsepower and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. We drove in normal mode in the city, first of all, there is no need to worry about the power, the low torque feels very abundant, and the start, acceleration and other actions are remarkable.
I was impressed by the chassis tuning of the Lynk & Co 03, its chassis texture is relatively thick, it is really a bit like the tuning of European cars, and the suspension part can also achieve a good balance between sports and daily home. In other words, Lynk & Co 03 will not give you a very soft and comfortable feeling, but it will not make you feel hard and uncomfortable. Therefore, I personally like the feeling of driving in the city, the road sense is clear, and the direction is relatively clear, which is a major feature of ordinary family cars.
When you switch the Lynk & Co 03 to Sport mode, the display style on the dashboard is immediately switched, the exhaust valve is opened, and even when idling, you can immediately hear a noticeable exhaust sound from the rear of the car. At this time, we drove this Lynk & Co 03 again, and at the moment of starting, we could already feel its irritability, the front adjustment was a bit rushed, and the gearbox was more willing to pull up the speed to a higher range and then shift, at this time it has changed from the character of the ordinary mode.
With each rpm increase, the engine and exhaust pipe make a high-pitched sound, and every time you change gears or release the throttle, the exhaust tempering stimulates the driver to drive more intensely, and I even want to make it a little faster, a little faster! For the sound of Lynk & Co 03, I drove it to the tunnel, and with the echo of the tunnel, its sound made me even more excited, and I even switched it to manual mode and pulled it all the way away. At this level, who can give me such a driving experience?
After two days of test driving, this Lynk & Co 03 really impressed me, and there are currently no dealer discounts for the 2023 model. But in this price range, I think there are so many reasons for young users to choose Lynk & Co 03! The sporty interior and exterior design makes people feel excited, whether it is the exaggerated diffuser at the rear, the rear wing, and the exhaust with valves, these are all available from the original factory. You don't need to modify it yourself, and you don't have to worry about the traffic police stopping you
In addition, the Lynk & Co 03 can also give me an unexpected driving experience in terms of driving, chassis tuning, power tuning, and other aspects may be a car that performs better in this price range. Although the interior space is indeed not as good as some models that emphasize comfort and large size, for young consumers, a car that can meet the daily commute, pick up and drop off family, and can also have a better driving experience is definitely a better choice