Summary of Haval’s new H8／Zotye T700 and other vehicles listed in May
[News] Just now, the auto market has just experienced a wave of new car listings, and May was relatively calm. However, there are also many brand-new cars that didn’t "join in the fun" at the auto show. The new cars listed this month include the new H8 and a series of new cars of China brand, which originated from Italian personality and were born and raised in Italy. In terms of quantity, China brand new cars were the main force in May, while in terms of attention and influence, it seems that overseas brands are more like protagonists. Let’s take a look.
■ Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio ordinary model has just been exhibited at the Shanghai Auto Show, and its domestic price is expected to be announced on May 18th, with an estimated price of 430,000 yuan.
The front face of the new car adopts Alfa Romeo’s family-style front face, and the grille arranged in scales is used inside the air intake. The shape of the headlights on both sides is similar to that of the new one, but some changes have been made on the basis of the latter to make it more dynamic.
As a regular model, the car did not use a bilateral four-outlet exhaust layout that showed performance, but instead used a bilateral two-outlet exhaust layout with chrome decoration. At the same time, the silver Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2017 basic color guard at the back also adds a touch of wildness.
Compared with the previous high-performance models, the design of Stelvio regular model has not changed much, but its interior does not use a lot of carbon fiber materials. At the same time, although the style of the steering wheel of the new car has not changed, the leather material wrapped outside is more low-key, but the design of flat bottom+thin spokes+one-button start is still very avant-garde and sporty. In addition, shift paddles, central control large screen and double-tube instruments are also equipped on the new car.
In terms of power, Stelvio Normal Edition is equipped with a 2.0T inline four-cylinder with a maximum power of 280 HP and a peak value of 400 Nm. The transmission system is matched with an 8-speed automatic manual transmission, and a four-wheel drive system is standard. Driven by this powertrain, the official 0-100km/h acceleration time of the new car is 5.7 seconds.
Editor’s comment:
Alfa Romeo Stelvio’s unique style is unique in the same class, and SUVs from Italy are relatively rare in the market, which has a strong sense of freshness for consumers. The performance of the new car is also remarkable. The power parameters of the 2.0T engine used are in the forefront of the same class. The official acceleration of 5.7 seconds should be said to be a faster type in SUV, and the performance is worth looking forward to. The new car is suitable for young consumers who have certain requirements for power handling performance and like to be different and show their individuality.
■ T700
Zotye T700 was officially released at the Shanghai Auto Show, and will be officially launched in May. In the early stage, 1.8T and 2.0T versions were listed, and only 5 seats were available. At the end of 2017, the 2.0T version of SAIC will also be launched, and the 4-seat version and 7-seat version will also be launched.
In terms of appearance, Zotye T700 retains the original design style, and at the same time, some details are adjusted, such as the more conventional design of the exterior rearview mirror. The new car door pillar is painted in black to create a suspended roof effect, and the lines are very tough. In addition, the new car is also equipped with a set of simple double five-spoke wheels, and the headlights are also equipped.
For the interior, Zotye T700 is equipped with a large-size central control LCD screen, a three-spoke, all-LCD display instrument panel, shift paddles, and a knob shift mechanism. In the storage compartment in front of the gear shifting mechanism, the new car is also equipped with a mobile phone wireless charging function, and drivers and passengers can put the mobile phone supporting the wireless charging function in the storage compartment to charge at any time.
In terms of configuration, Zotye T700 is equipped with:/ventilation,,, and rear row, etc., and the configuration is quite rich.
In terms of power, Zotye T700 will be equipped with 1.8T and two 2.0T engines, of which the 1.8T engine has a maximum power of 177 HP and a peak torque of 245 Nm. Mitsubishi S4T 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 190 HP and a peak torque of 250 Nm. The maximum power of SAIC 2.0T direct injection engine is 220 HP and the peak torque is 350 Nm. In terms of transmission system, the 1.8T engine is matched with 5-speed manual or 6-speed; The two 2.0T engines are matched with 6-speed dual-clutch gearboxes.
Edit comments：
Zotye T700 positioning, at least, looks imposing enough. The design also adopts the style of wide air intake grille and slender headlights. Although we can learn from the design of mature products in the market in many details, we can see that there are signs of originality in the overall style. Naturally, there is no need to worry that Zotye’s models will be inferior to competing products of the same level. The large-size central control screen, full LCD instrument panel and knob shift mechanism have all enhanced the sense of technology in the car. In terms of power configuration, it also looks like the mainstream models at the same level. The 1.8T and 2.0T engines do not lose competing products at the same level in terms of parameters. Although Zotye T700 is listed later than GS8 and other competing products, its configuration is not inferior, and it is expected to adopt the strategy of low price and high allocation to impact the market at a lower price.
■ S7
Jianghuai Ruifeng S7 is expected to be officially launched in May this year. The pre-sale price of the new car was announced at the Shanghai Auto Show. The new car is equipped with 1.5T and 2.0T engines, and its pre-sale price range is 109.8-151.8 million yuan. At present, new cars begin to accept reservations, and orders made during the pre-sale period can enjoy the policy of lifetime warranty, and there are concessions such as upgrading 5 seats to 7 seats.
In terms of appearance, the overall design of Ruifeng S7 is eye-catching, the irregular air intake grille is the biggest highlight, the Aquarius design is a new family style, and the chrome trim connected with headlights is also the mainstream of current design. A large number of sharp lines are also used at the rear of the car, and the exhaust design of both sides enhances the sports atmosphere. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new models are 4790/1900/1760mm and 2750mm respectively.
In terms of interior design, the style of Ruifeng S7 can be seen in the series style, especially the center console part and the circular air outlet design. In terms of power, 1.5T and 2.0T engines will be provided. The maximum power of 1.5T engine is 174 HP and the peak torque is 251 Nm; the maximum power of 2.0T engine is 190 HP and the peak torque is 300 Nm. Both engines will be equipped with 6-speed and 6-speed dual clutch gearboxes.
Editor’s comment:
Ruifeng S7 seats are basically at the middle level of the same class in terms of body size, and 7-seat models are provided at the same time, which are basically the same as the same class models in configuration. From the pre-sale price, Ruifeng S7 is basically close to the price one level lower, with low price advantage in the same level, configuration and space advantage in the same price range, and it has gained a place in the market between compact and medium-sized SUVs by dislocation competition. Ruifeng S7 is suitable for consumers who pay attention to large space and high cost performance, and it is one of the few medium-sized SUVs in the price range below 150,000.