Excellent looks, American hard-core strength, test drive the new Chevrolet Equinox
When it comes to the world’s largest-selling SUVs, the Chevrolet Equinox, which was launched in 2005, is one of them. So far, this SUV has sold 3.8 million units worldwide and entered the Chinese market in 2017. Later, it quickly entered the "10,000-unit club" of SUVs. In late September this year, the new Chevrolet Explorer was launched in China. In addition to the appearance changes, the entire car also has 22 configuration upgrades and is equipped with the latest power system. The official guide price has been lowered much lower than before, which reduces the price of young people. The threshold for people to buy a new Explorer. Recently, the editors of "Hip Hop Car" flew to Wuhan and drove 200 kilometers from Wuhan to the Liangzi Lake in Ezhou. Through long-distance test drives, they judged how this car brought us new feelings after the upgrade.
The obsidian appearance of the new RS model is really cool
There is a saying that goes well: "People born in the 1970s buy cars for stability, people born after the 80s buy cars for practicality, and people born after the 90s buy cars for practicality." Cars need personality. "In the past, an all-black appearance might not win people's hearts, but now it is different. Cars are more like personal accessories. To show young people's individuality, the car we tested this time is a guide. The 550T RS 9AT four-wheel drive intelligent defense version is priced at 239,900 yuan. The obsidian wheels, luggage rack, car logo, grille, door edges...even the previously bright silver chrome trim strips have become electroplated black. Against this backdrop, the red RS logo on the grille and red taillights appear... It's particularly eye-catching. The only silver part in the car is the "crater"-shaped exhaust pipes on both sides. We especially want to drive this car and drive smoothly in the neon lights of Wuhan’s night scene, with the feeling of seeing the blockbuster “Shadow Knight” flashing in our minds.
We are quite satisfied with the changes to the front face. The previous one-piece headlights were divided into two parts by dividing the decorative strips. This gives people the feeling that the off-road style of the past has dropped sharply and has become urban. The radiance and brilliance make it look more luxurious from every angle. The tires adopt the 235mm specification of Goodyear Royal Ride, which is excellent in quietness and fuel economy. The beautiful 19-inch wheels add a lot of points to the side. What I like the most is the hidden D-pillar design, which is very The sense of déjà vu of a luxury car.
Comments: The appearance changes of the new Explorer are mainly focused on the front face and obsidian color scheme. The real car is very outstanding.
The standard equipment of all 62 series starts with mid-to-high-end equipment
The interior of the new Explorer is full of sports flavor, with red theme stitching, perforated leather sports seats equipped with RS The logo, the steering wheel's obsidian bow tie, and the sports gear lever are equipped with the exclusive RS red logo. Sitting in a car like this, we all feel a lot younger. In terms of storage space, the new Explorer has expanded to 26 places. The most unexpected thing is that it has an umbrella storage slot in the door panel, and short folding umbrellas have their own exclusive space. In terms of small details, the new Explorer adds Type-C USB interface, PM2.5 air filtration system, ANC active noise reduction technology, BOSE theater-level advanced audio, etc. On the highway to Liangzi Lake, we felt The thoughtfulness brought by these small configurations is very comfortable.
In invisible places, the new explorers also put in great efforts. There are 62 standard configurations for the entire series, and entry-level configurations include mid-to-high-end configurations for many models, such as the newly added ACC adaptive cruise system, lane keeping assist, lane change assist, lane departure warning, adaptive high-beam assist, and distance reminder ahead. , side blind zone alarm, forward collision warning, collision mitigation braking, and high-end models also have automatic parking assist. With such safety configuration blessings, many novice or female drivers do not have to worry about being unable to react when driving.
In terms of smart connection technology, the entire new Explorer series has been upgraded to a new generation of MyLink+ intelligent in-vehicle interconnection system. In addition to supporting multiple connection methods such as Apple CarPlay, Baidu CarLife, and Bluetooth, the car also has richer built-in functions. The car APP covers practical functions such as intelligent navigation, entertainment music, news information, real-time weather, traffic life, information inquiry, etc., and provides OTA remote online upgrades, personalized accounts, WeChat teaming, and the annual 100G "OnStar Auto Connect" With the "free lifetime application traffic" service, you don't have to worry about insufficient traffic.
Comments: The New Explorer has changed things that can be seen, but the changes that can’t be seen are even greater.
Equipped with Chevrolet 2T9 power combination to achieve intelligent cylinder change
In response to the different needs of consumers, the new Explorer provides two sets of 1.5T and 2.0T powertrains. This time we tried The 2.0T engine of the RS series is newly upgraded. It is equipped with the Chevrolet 2T9 power combination composed of the eighth-generation Ecotec 2.0T intelligent variable-cylinder turbine engine and a 9-speed HYDRAMATIC? manual transmission, which is the same as the variable cylinder of Buick and Cadillac. The difference between the 2.0T engine is not big.
The most prominent thing is that this 2.0T intelligent cylinder-changing turbine engine has three-stage intelligent cylinder-changing technology. During rapid acceleration, the four cylinders of the engine work at the same time, and two cylinders can be shut down during cruising. , to achieve the effect of saving fuel. According to the editor's test, the new Explorer can shift into 9th gear at 95 km/h, bringing a smoother shifting experience and more responsive acceleration performance. With the blessing of Chevrolet's 2T9 power combination, the new Explorer accelerates to 100 kilometers in 7.9 seconds, and has a comprehensive fuel consumption of only 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers.
In terms of chassis structure, the new Explorer has also undergone innovations. Its full-frame front and rear subframes use a 6-point connection structure, which makes the chassis more rigid and makes it feel more comfortable when driving. The chassis of the new Explorer is more solid and stable, and has better texture than the old model. In addition, the new Explorer is also equipped with a powerful intelligent four-wheel drive system, which improves the adaptability in complex road conditions.
Comment: There are not many 2.0T engines with variable cylinder technology, and in this price range, the new Explorer is the only one that exists.
Summary
The Chevrolet New Explorer*** has 6 models, priced from 169,900 yuan to 239,900 yuan. This model has a total of 22 configuration upgrades. With more fashionable styling design, more powerful power performance, smarter Internet technology and consistent safety quality, coupled with the terminal's favorable price, the core product strength of this pure American SUV far exceeds that of similar models. At the same time, all new Equinox series enjoy Chevrolet's "dual engine" policy, including an 8-year or 160,000-kilometer long warranty service for major powertrain components such as engines and gearboxes, and an annual 100G "OnStar" car connection application for free. "Traffic", with such upgrades and price cuts, there should be more waves.
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