China brand popular seven-seat SUV is the first choice for family travel.
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In recent years, the domestic SUV sales market has been showing a prosperous scene. It can be said that with the enhancement of national purchasing power, ordinary people are more willing to choose an SUV with large space, high chassis and better vision when buying a new car. With the opening of the second child policy, extended families also put forward higher requirements for space and driving comfort when traveling. While the demand for this market segment is increasing rapidly, major China brands have also launched a variety of seven-seat SUVs, hoping to get a slice of the market. In today’s article, we will comment on these eight popular seven-seat SUVs of China brand, hoping to help you buy cars in the future.
Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi GS8
Price range: 163,800-259,800 yuan
Model Comments: As another China brand SUV trying to break through the ceiling of 200,000 yuan, GAC Chuanqi GS8 has been on the market since October last year, and its sales volume has been rising steadily. Especially in March of this year, Chuanqi GS8′ s monthly sales reached 10,032 vehicles, and the sales performance of over 10,000 vehicles not only made it reach the untouched brand of China in its market segment.The height is also in sharp contrast with Haval H8/H9, which is cold in the market. The GS8, which comes from the same platform as GA8, has remarkable performance in modeling, configuration and power system. As a leader of independent high-end, Chuanqi GS8 has undoubtedly made a good start for China brand.
Chuanqi GS8 adopts the design concept of Chuanqi Light and Shadow Sculpture 2.0. The overall shape is tough, with a square front face and straight lines, which is quite like a military car. In addition, the car’s headlight profile adopts a C-shaped design, and the internal structure is very unique. It is composed of four matrix LED lights. Four horizontal chrome-plated air intake grilles are integrated with the matrix headlights. The design of the front bumper is also slightly sturdy, and LED light sources are also equipped on both sides.
Turning to the side, Chuanqi GS8′ s side waistline is simple, with headlights running through the body and taillights. GS8 adopts hidden D-pillar design, and B/C/D-pillars are painted with piano. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4810*1910*1770mm respectively. The wheelbase has reached 2800 mm.
The design of the rear of the new car also has a heavy feeling. The design of the taillights echoes the headlights at a distance. The brake lights, turn signals and reversing lights are all LED light sources. The design of the rear bumper of the new car also shows its hard-core style, and the exhaust port adopts the design of two sides.
In the interior part, Chuanqi GS8 adopts an embracing cockpit layout, and the center console adopts a left-right symmetrical design. The central control 10.1-inch multi-function LCD screen is a highlight, and it is equipped with the latest generation of Zhilian entertainment system, which can provide intelligent voice control and complete navigation, air conditioning and other functions in one sentence.
As a medium-sized SUV, its carrying capacity is natural. Chuanqi GS8 adopts 2+3+2 seat layout, and is equipped with full leather seats for comfortable riding. The second row and the third row can be laid down separately, providing consumers with richer expansion space. In terms of storage, GS8 has also set up many practical storage compartments, which can store various small items at the same time.
In terms of configuration, Chuanqi GS8 highlights mainly include matrix LED headlights (with corner auxiliary LED lights), oversized panoramic sunroof, leather multifunctional steering wheel+electric heating function of steering wheel, dual-zone independent automatic air conditioning, Beidou /GPS dual-mode 3D voice navigation+voice control system and other configurations.
In terms of power, Chuanqi GS8 is equipped with a 2.0T engine independently developed by GAC, with a maximum output of 148kW(201Ps) and a peak torque of 300Nm. The transmission part is matched with a 6-speed automatic gearbox, and equipped with i-4WD four-wheel drive system and ATS all-terrain feedback system.
Dongfeng Fengxing SX6
Price range: 69,900-102,900 yuan
Model Comments: SX6, as the first SUV model under Dongfeng’s popularity, has a calm and atmospheric design, a very good performance in space, and sufficient sincerity in configuration. It meets the needs of domestic consumers for a home SUV in all aspects, and firmly grasps the biggest "pain point" of the target group through excellent practicality.
The SX6, which is popular in Dongfeng, is simple in appearance and incorporates fashion elements. The front face shape is highly recognizable. The front air intake grille is decorated with four chrome bars, the headlight shape is blackened, and the headlight lens is decorated with blue rings. The bumper is also added with a silver guard, with a heavy front, and the visual effect is outstanding.
The popular SX6 also has advantages in body size, with the length, width and height of 4,660 * 1,810 * 1,790 mm and the wheelbase of 2750mm, and the seat layout of 2+2+3 is adopted in the car, which can provide various space combinations for the car.
The interior of SX6, which is popular in Dongfeng, is simple and practical, and the classic "T" central control is made of brown and black. Even if it can’t give people a stunning feeling, the plain and steady design style can satisfy the aesthetics of most consumers.
In terms of configuration, Dongfeng popular SX6 comes standard with LCD screen (7 inches for 1.6L model and 8 inches for 2.0L model), leather steering wheel, ESP body stability control system, child safety seat interface, double airbags, ramp assist system, air filter and other configurations. Different models are also equipped with keyless entry+keyless start system, exterior rearview mirror heating/folding, reversing radar, cruise control, automatic headlights and 360.
In the power system, the popular SX6 is equipped with 1.6L and 2.0L engines. The former has a maximum power of 90kW(122Ps) and a peak torque of 151Nm. The transmission system is matched with a 5-speed manual and CVT gearbox. The 2.0L engine comes from PSA Group, with a maximum power of 108kW(145Ps) and a peak torque of 200Nm. The transmission system is matched with a 5-speed manual gearbox.