6 models tailored to the Chinese market to cater to the needs of Chinese people

The tailor-made models for Chinese consumers have become a common method used by many automobile manufacturers in recent years. Whether they are "L" lengthened, or designed for large spaces, or they are specially designed to cater to the needs of Chinese people, they have added certain configurations. To a large extent, it reflects the great importance that global car companies attach to the Chinese market. In this week's shopping guide, Fenghuang.com has selected 6 models for sale to Chinese consumers on the market. We hope to have a reference for your purchase.

Model One: Dongfeng Yueda Kia-K2

Model price: 7.29 ~ 9.99 million models. Advantages: avant-garde design, in terms of body size and power tuning, K2 is beyond the same door sharp Europe.

Disadvantages of the model: poor ride comfort and safety, and lower brand awareness.

Exclusive symbol : As the newest member of the K series, the Kia K2 and B-Class sedan K5, tailor-made for Chinese consumers, form the same door, representing Kia's concept of building a car and its technological strength.

The Kia K2 can be seen as a compact family sedan based on modern Rena. The front face of the K2 uses a Tigers-style design that appears on new models of the Kia family. The honeycomb mesh is fitted with chrome trim pieces. Both dynamic and very modern. There are also blackened, sharp corners, simple lines of headlights are also more commonly seen in the Kia family. The interior of the headlights also incorporates a chrome bar and a blackened background. The former makes these "eyes" look more enigmatic, while the latter is a common element for sporting cars. In addition, the style of the K2 tail is the same as the front face, but the fashion is very high but it is not unassuming. The eyebrows of the taillights are fairly gentle.

Open the door, the interior design and appearance of the idea of ​​maintaining a unity, that is to dress the new Kia family design style, but at the same time take care of their own positioning, not so public and alternative. If the overall shape of the center console is satisfactory, then the style of the host air conditioner and instrument panel is turbulent and uneasy, just like the headlights and heat vents at the exterior. The style is novel and unwilling. The dashboard of the K2 is no stranger to friends familiar with the Kia model. The K5's use of the barrel-type instrument, coupled with white background light and red hands, gives a clear reading and a strong sense of movement. In addition, the circular LCD screen arranged in the center of the dashboard makes the K2 technology feel full.

For the Kia K2 engine, two naturally-aspirated engines, 1.4L and 1.6L, are available. Both engines come with CVVT technology, which has certain advantages in terms of economy and energy saving. Matched with these two engines is a four-speed automatic transmission and a five-speed manual transmission, this power system has no obvious advantage, can only say that to meet the daily city driving or no problem. The suspension system of the K2 is the front McPherson rear torsion beam, especially the rear suspension structure is not advanced and the cost is relatively low.

Editor's comment: K2 has no obvious advantages in terms of space or power, but it has no flaws. Coupled with dynamic and fashionable appearance, I believe that many people are willing to buy. After all, for such a low-priced home car, the benefits are good enough.

Model II: Shanghai Volkswagen - Long Yi model price: 11.28 ~ 157,800 yuan models Advantages: tailor-made products for Chinese consumers, space, configuration, power and price are excellent.

Disadvantages of the model: The platform is still PQ34, there is no bright spot at all, the vehicle model is moderate, without the personality of the public.

Exclusive symbol: Langyi is a result of Shanghai Volkswagen relying on the advanced technology of the German Volkswagen. With the deep localization resources of Shanghai Automotive, it has actively carried out the development of localization. The research and development time is three years. Long Yi not only adhered to the technical standards of the German public, but also to meet the needs of Chinese consumers.

The front face of Long Yat adopted the same flat heat-dissipating grille design as the new Bora, but it was just like the design elements of the Phaeton, a top model of the Volkswagen. The ratio of the side of the body is the bright spot. The two doors occupy a large area, especially the length of the back door is greater than the front door. It is very significant. We can think of the successful experience learned by Long Yi from Shanghai Volkswagen from the extended Passat. In the eyes of the people, it is wide. The back door does enhance the sense of value of the car.

Compared with the old models, the new interior has a lot of "concentrated" colors, and the warm beige interior is no longer so "warm". It has been redesigned to make it look more mature and stable. It should be said that the interior style of LaVida is slightly restrained, but the design of the four round air outlets is a breakthrough, but also a touch of Chinese charm.

Power, the mainstream Long Yi 1.6L engine from the POLO series, power the same as other models, equipped with a 1.6-liter dual overhead camshaft 16-valve engine, the maximum power of 77 kilowatts, the maximum torque of 155 Newton meters. Matched with the engine is a 5-speed manual transmission and a Tiptronic 6-speed manual transmission. This kind of power configuration is no problem for pulling around 1.2 tons of body.

Editor's comment: Although the PQ34 platform lags behind Sagitar's PQ35, it will not affect its long standing position as the "ten thousand clubs." In the final analysis, most consumers simply do not know what PQ34 is, what a stylish appearance and practical design, coupled with excellent reputation, has already made LaVida a popular star car.

Model 3: Dongfeng Peugeot-408

Model price: 12.19 ~ 169,900 yuan models Advantages: a great progress in shape design, body size compared to the same level of obvious advantages, suitable for home.

Disadvantages of the model: The 4-speed automatic transmission becomes a weakness, and its power performance is slightly weaker.

Exclusive symbol: Peugeot 408's R&D was completed in France. In order to adapt the design characteristics of the vehicle to the Chinese road conditions and consumer habits, the Chinese government put forward reasonable and resolute design opinions and was recognized by the French Peugeot.

The positioning of the high-quality home car allowed the 408 to 307 to reduce the size of the “big mouth” grille. However, the swell curve on the engine cover still indicates that the 408 is not willing to be a docile lion. The use of a curve for convergence or convergence makes 408 look very tight. The location and shape of the fog lamp basically follow the design on the 308, which shows that the Peugeot's family features are not limited to the air intake grille. The side curves of the car body are not controversial. 70% of the designs from the front to the back are from 308. The C-pillar is somewhat similar to the 308CC with the canopy closed, which is in line with the Chinese people's understanding of elegant temperament.

The interior design of the 408 duplicated the style of the 308 model, but there were some differences in some subtle configurations. The lighter and deeper colors were still coordinated, and the silver decoration on the center console played a two-tone transition. From the point of view of sportiness, such a design is qualified; from the perspective of home, more light colors will allow more drivers to find the “feeling of home”. In addition, the three-spoke steering wheel has a good grip, but the selection still needs to be more exquisite, because the steering wheel is a part that the driver should always hold, or fine.

Dongfeng Peugeot 408 uses 1.6L displacement and 2.0L displacement two engines, the maximum power reached 78KW and 108KW respectively. Compared to the 1.6L engine commonly used in PSA Peugeot Citroen models, the 2.0L engine has a continuously variable timing system. The maximum power is 147 hp and the maximum torque is 200 Nm, except for the 2.0L engine on the BMW 120i/320i. Slightly superior to the power, the 408 stands in front of the joint venture model with the same price in the 2.0L displacement.

Editor's Comments: As a family car, the 408 has won praise from many people for its almost unparalleled space. Even if the sales of the 408 in the domestic market haven't really been opened yet, we can't deny that the 408 model still has a certain degree of competitiveness.

Four models: Beijing Hyundai - Elantra Yuet moving models Price: 9.98 ~ 146,800 yuan models Advantages: obvious space advantages, configuration is relatively complete, reasonable prices, maintenance costs are not high.

Disadvantages of the model: The control performance is still not strong, and the engine oil consumption is high.

Exclusive symbol: Emotion is based on the product developed by the 7th generation Elantra, and it is a vertical product specially designed for the Chinese market. In terms of product promotion, Elantra and Elantra have already drawn a clear line and cannot be confused.

In terms of appearance, the 2011 modern Elantra has made improvements in 13 aspects including the grille, headlights, bumper, etc. Although all of them are changes in details, the effect is more obvious and the overall trend is more fashionable. Compared with the old models, the shape of the lower grille and fog lamps in the front face of the 2011 models changed the most, and the Chinese network also became a four-spoke style, highlighting the sense of depth and visual impact. In addition, the tail change of the 2011 Elan moves is not very obvious, the overall visual effect is more contemporary, and the opening angle of the trunk is also relatively large, which is convenient for taking the enlarged luggage.

The 2011 Yuet interior design adopts a two-tone style that is shallow and deep, and is more popular with domestic consumers. The high-grade models are equipped with large-sized LCD screens, and the center console and door interiors are made of softer materials to enhance their taste and grade. The design of the 2011 Yuet movement center console is well-established. Although the buttons are few, the layout is clear and marked, and the operation is easy to use.

In terms of power, the 2011 models were equipped with two naturally-aspirated engines, 1.6-liter and 1.8-liter, respectively. The mainstream is a 1.6L engine with a maximum power of 90.4Kw/6300rpm and a maximum torque of 155Nm/4300rpm. Matched with the engine is a 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission, although the 4AT automatic transmission is not advanced enough, but 4-speed is also enough to easily travel needs. The fuel-saving technologies such as MDPS electric power steering, AMS power management system, ECO economical driving mode, etc. are also carried on some models.

Editor's Comments: As Yuet Motion has always been one of Beijing Hyundai’s best-selling models, it is said that manufacturers can be very cautious about the upgrade. New Elantra's “maintaining the original advantages, based on this development” as a design principle, while maintaining the advantages of the original model, while comprehensively enhancing the sense of fashion and sense of grade, has basically achieved a comprehensive and balanced.

Model 5: Dongfeng Honda - Si Rui Rui models Price: 23.78 ~ 271,800 yuan Models Advantages: The shape design is more sporty, the vehicle platform technology is mature, Honda's manufacturing quality is excellent.

Disadvantages of the model: The performance of the vehicle is inconsistent with the positioning, and the price is not too competitive .

Exclusive symbol: SI Platinum Rui is Honda's first high-end sports car designed specifically for the Chinese market. It originates from the Honda brand and it has the same high-end technology and quality.

The domestic Accord is based on the North American version of the Accord as a prototype. Think Platinum is based on the Japanese version and the European version of the Accord as a prototype to improve. The Accord is full of business sense from the outside to the inside, while Platinum Core is not the same. It is a mid-size car that can show its sporty characteristics. Although it originated from the Acura TSX, for the sake of brand planning, Spirit did not completely duplicate the appearance of the Acura TSX. In particular, the Acura family's latest armored grille design was replaced by the Honda family's banner chrome grille. However, the design of outstanding sporty qualities such as the spoiler slightly protruding under the front bumper, the body-side envelopment, the slightly upturned rear wing, and the symmetrically arranged double exhaust pipes have all been preserved.

The interior design also highlights the sporty style, and the business sense is hard to find. The interior adopts an all-black interior, and the black interior is also the color that best highlights the movement. If consumers do not like the black interior, there are light interiors to choose from. The design and layout of the center console can all be Find the shadow of the Accord. The short shift levers and handbrakes are quite sporty, and the three-dimensional cluster dashboard design is relatively flat. SI Platinum's sporty three-spoke steering wheel integrates all the necessary controls during driving - shift paddles, audio controls, Bluetooth hands-free control, cruise control, instrument multi-function display controls, making everything easy to control .

In terms of power, all models of the Honda Si Platinum Core are equipped with a 2.4L i-VTEC engine, with a maximum power of 133kW/6500rpm and a maximum torque of 225Nm/4300rpm, matching the 5-speed automatic transmission.

Editor's Comments: At present, the domestic mid-level car market, with more and more 80 or even 90 after the increase in car owners, partial sports style mid-level car will be more attention. From this point of view, Dongfeng Honda Think Platinum Rui main sports style or have a certain degree of market competitiveness.

Model 6: Shanghai GM Cadillac-SLS Seville (2011 2.0T)

Model price: 38.88-48.88 million models. Advantages: Strong appearance, strong power, high comfort of rear-drive cars.

Disadvantages of models: General workmanship, high fuel consumption, and high prices.

Exclusive symbol: Cadillac's only luxury business sedan tailored for the Chinese market - SLS Seville.

Although it is an entry-level model, users of the Saiwei 2.0T will be delighted to find that Cadillac did not adopt such a strict class division. The cheap 2.0T has no unpleasant "downgrading treatment" on the outside. In addition to two small badges with "T" on the body, there is no detail that will allow you to discover that this is a trace of the Cadillac Seville entry model.

Entering the SLS Sai Wei carriages does not create a feeling of being surrounded by high-tech. The layout and design of the interiors are now in plain sight. However, SLS Saiwei is relying on exquisite, high-grade interior materials and exquisite processing. Pay attention to buyers who value the interior atmosphere and manufacturing quality. It may be that the roof line is too flat, and the head space is not comparable to a car with a dome-shaped roof. In other respects, Sai Wei's front seats are fairly good, and the adjustment range is very large. The wide seats are very comfortable. For a mid- to high-class sedan, the spacious rear space naturally has no controversy. SLS Sai Wei has been quite decent after the long wheelbase.

The mainstream 2.0T SIDI engine is the smallest displacement engine ever used by Cadillac. It seems that some open engine bays are not quite as impressive as the Chinese-American cars, but this is very much in line with the current development trend of automotive technology, let alone 2.0. T itself is to make Seville a facelift for US luxury cars in terms of fuel efficiency and efficiency. With the 2.0T engine partner is still a 6-speed automatic transmission, smooth and smooth shifting process, shift action is also neat, in Sai Wei can show its worth in line with the performance.

Editor's comment: Seville 2.0T attracts the most abundant and decent configuration in the same price range. Although the administrative version costs more than 100,000 yuan more than the cheapest model, compared to competitors’ entry-level models, The rich and luxurious configuration is still worth the investment. It costs less than 2-3 million yuan to get the highest-standard back-line courtesy. This is also the place where Seville 2.0T is worth looking forward to.