Recently, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology exposed the configuration information of a new domestic car, which is Chery's "Jietu Shanhai L6". This compact SUV is a new member of the Jietu Shanhai family, and it seems that it is going to bring a wave of fresh blood to the market.
Xiaoba took a look at the parameter information, it is indeed worth our attention and expectation, so let's take a look at the endurance of this car first.
According to data given by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Shanhai L6 will be available in two battery capacity options: 10.9kWh and 19.43kWh. The corresponding all-electric range is 48 km and 91 km, respectively. This level of endurance is decent in plug-in hybrid models, and it should be enough for daily commuting. But to be honest, many plug-in hybrid models on the market can run more than 100 kilometers, and Shanhai L6 is still a little regrettable in this regard.
Let's talk about the appearance. The Shanhai L6 inherits the front face design of the new Jietu Daisheng, but the front bumper has been adjusted. The overall look should still be quite recognizable. In terms of dimensions, the length, width and height are 4630/1910/1684 (1690) mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2720 mm. This size is relatively modest in a compact SUV, and I believe that the space performance will not disappoint.
In terms of powertrain, the Shanhai L6 is equipped with a 1.5T plug-in hybrid powertrain, of which the 1.5T engine has a maximum power of 115kW. This power output is considered to be above the middle level in the same class of models, and I believe that it will be more than enough for daily use. However, the specific power performance will have to wait for the actual experience after the market to make a conclusion.
When it comes to wheels, the Shanhai L6 is available in 18-inch and 19-inch options. Personally, I think the 19-inch wheels may make the whole car look more imposing, but the comfort may be slightly worse. If you are concerned about comfort, the 18-inch one may be more suitable.
Let's talk about the other members of the Shanhai family. At present, the Shanhai L9 (plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV) and the Shanhai T2 (plug-in hybrid compact SUV) are already on the market. Judging from the sales data, the Shanhai L9 sold 990 units in June this year, while the Shanhai T2 sold 4,556 units. The sales performance of Shanhai T2 is still quite eye-catching, and it seems that consumers still recognize this level of plug-in hybrid SUV.
So the question is, what kind of market performance will Shanhai L6 have after it is listed? Combined with its positioning, the main competitors should be BYD Song PLUS DM-i, Changan Qiyuan Q05, Geely Galaxy L7 and other models. These cars are all popular players in the plug-in hybrid market, and Shanhai L6 still has a lot of challenges if it wants to stand out in this highly competitive market.
Personally, I think that the advantage of Shanhai L6 may be that it inherits the consistent cost-effective advantage of Jietu. If the price is right, coupled with good product power, it should attract many consumers who are interested in plug-in hybrid SUVs. However, it does fall slightly behind in terms of pure electric range, which could be a minor shortcoming.
Overall, the addition of Shanhai L6 will undoubtedly make the compact plug-in hybrid SUV market more lively. It's always a good thing for consumers to have more choices. But for Jietu, how to gain a foothold in this highly competitive market still needs to work hard.
Well, that's all for today's sharing. What do you think of Shanhai L6?