On November 3, Kia Platinum was officially launched, with a price range of 179,800-237,800 yuan. As the fifth-generation model in the family, The Shibo Tuojie adopts a new design concept and is built on the third-generation i-GMP platform. The styling is fashionable and dynamic, and it provides three power options: 1.5T, 2.0T and 2.0L hybrid systems for consumers to choose from.
A quick look at the new Kia Spaniel
The fifth-generation model in the family is based on the third-generation i-GMP platform
The styling is based on the X-Line version of the overseas high-end model
The interior is equipped with dual 12.3-inch curved interconnection screens, integrated with the Kia Connect vehicle infotainment system
Rich active safety configurations and satisfactory interior space performance
Three power options are available, namely 1.5T, 2.0T and 2.0L hybrid systems
Fashionable and dynamic style
In terms of styling, Shibo Tuojie is based on the X-Line version of the overseas high-end model, and adopts the "unity of opposites" design aesthetic. The huge boomerang-style daytime running lights, the three-dimensional star chain grille, and the layered front surround are all relatively rare designs in previous Kia models. The entire vehicle has been blackened on the air intake grille, exterior mirrors, roof racks, etc., and the overall shape looks highly recognizable.
Coming to the side of the car, the muscular lines outline a layered side shape, and the 19-inch two-color aluminum alloy wheels highlight the visual effect of the side of the car. In addition, Shibo Tuojie can also be equipped with an optional two-color body to meet consumers' personalized car needs.
As for the rear design, we can see that although it is slightly simpler than the front face, there are also many small designs. The interior of the flying-wing taillight group has been blackened, and combined with the black through-shaped decorative strip in the center of the tail, it greatly improves the sportiness. The rear apron under the tail, including the lower half of the tailgate, is all black, which visually makes the car's rear apron look larger and adds a certain degree of off-road attributes.
Equipped with dual 12.3-inch curved Internet screens
Coming to the interior, the new car uses dual 12.3-inch curved interconnection screens + tiltThe center console is designed with a knob-type shifting mechanism. The air-conditioning area uses a running trim strip to increase the visual width, and a touch-sensitive air-conditioning control panel is used below. The sensitivity and response of the touch buttons are good. In addition, the 2.0T model offers optional black and red interiors, while the HEV hybrid model has exclusive blue and gray interior colors.
In terms of configuration, the central control screen integrates the Kia Connect vehicle infotainment system, supports OTA upgrades, and is equipped with functions such as vehicle remote control, valet mode, and automatic settlement in the parking lot. The IoT car home interconnection system allows users to remotely control the smart home at home in the car or use their mobile phones to remotely control the functions in the car. In addition, The front seats are ventilated and heated, the rear seats are ventilated, the boss button, the panoramic sunroof can be opened, and the induction trunk is equipped with other functions.
Rich active security configurations
In terms of active safety configuration, the intelligent driving assistance system equipped with Shibo Tuojie is equipped with 10 intelligent driving assistance functions as standard, including forward collision avoidance assist (FCA), lane following assist (LFA) ), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Intelligent High and Low Beam Adjustment (HBA), Driver Fatigue Alert (DAW), etc. Among them, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist is a newly added configuration, through the front camera of the vehicle. Or navigation speed limit information can assist the vehicle in not speeding and strengthen the vehicle's active safety assistance function.
In addition, it is equipped with navigation-based smart cruise control (NSCC), highway driving assist (HDA), rear cross-collision avoidance assist (RCCA), blind spot collision avoidance assist (BCA), safe exit reminder (SEW), There are many intelligent safety configurations such as rear passenger forgetting reminder (ROA) and 360-degree panoramic video (SVM). The entire series is equipped with 6 airbags and front and rear parking radars as standard, and is equipped with the MCB multiple anti-collision auxiliary braking system that can effectively avoid secondary collision accidents.
The interior space performance is satisfactory
In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4670*1865*1680mm, and the wheelbase is 2755mm. In terms of seating space, an experiencer with a height of 175cm can get a fistful of headroom when entering the front row, while the rear row has four fingers of headroom and more than two fistfuls of legroom.
It is worth mentioning that the Shibo Tuojie is one of the few models in this class that has 13 levels of angle adjustment for the rear backrest. The adjustable range is 10°-36°. When the seat backrest is lowered to the lowest position, Gets a very good headmore space and a more relaxed sitting posture.
The height of the center platform in the rear row is relatively low, about 10cm, which has little impact. And due to the large wheelbase parameter, there is no problem with the comfort of the center rear seat for a short period of time.
In terms of trunk space, the biggest advantage of the Lion is that the trunk is very flat and its rear seats support 4/6 folding. After folding down, there is no height difference between the seat and the trunk, which is an advantage for friends who like camping. The trunk of Shibo Tuojie is equipped with a 12V power supply and has an electric tailgate function, but there is no mesh bag. When the seats are not folded down, the depth of the trunk can reach 1026mm, and after folding down, it has a depth of nearly two meters.
Three types of power available
Built on the third-generation i-GMP platform, Shibo Tuojie offers three power forms for consumers to choose from, namely 1.5T, 2.0T and 2.0L hybrid systems. Among them, the 1.5T engine incorporates the fourth-generation CVVD technology, with a maximum power of 147kW and a peak torque of 253N·m. The transmission part is matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission, with a WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption of 7.0L per 100 kilometers and an acceleration time of 8.7S per 100 kilometers.
The 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 172kW and a peak torque of 353N·m. The transmission part is matched with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The officially announced 0-100km/s acceleration time is 7.8 seconds. The 2.0L hybrid system is equipped with TMED hybrid technology, which consists of engine, gearbox, HSG integrated starter generator, high-power permanent magnet motor, and HPCUComposed of a controller and lithium battery, the system has a comprehensive power of 200Ps, matched with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and a WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption of 5.6L per 100 kilometers.
This system can automatically switch between EV mode, hybrid mode, energy recovery and other power modes under different driving conditions. In addition, some models of Shibo Tuojie are equipped with an electronic real-time four-wheel drive system, providing four DMS driving mode choices of Eco, Sport, Comfort and smart.
Review of HEV hybrid version test drive content
Like many hybrid models, this Lion will give priority to using electric energy as the main source of power when starting. And if there is sufficient electric energy, the motor can continue to increase the vehicle speed to about 80km/h under steady acceleration. The entire acceleration process is relatively brisk, and the response to the accelerator pedal is also relatively direct.
When the system determines that the driver needs to continue to accelerate or accelerate rapidly, the engine will begin to intervene and work together with the motor. The entire intervention process is not easy to detect.Sleep. Through this, we can also feel that hybrid models have made significant progress in some key NVH performance after continuous optimization in recent years.
In some cruising conditions or when the engine load is small, the system will allocate some power to charge the battery through the HSG starter generator. It is this reasonable distribution of kinetic energy and electric energy that allows the hybrid version of the Shibo Tuojie to achieve a WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption of 5.6L/100km. After 37.7km of actual driving under comprehensive road conditions, the comprehensive fuel consumption displayed on the instrument was 5.2L/100km.
The chassis of the vehicle is an independent structure with MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link at the rear, which is relatively common in this level of vehicles. The suspension is mainly adjusted for comfort, which can absorb most minor bumps. When passing through road conditions such as speed bumps, the body will not have unnecessary rebound, and you can also feel it when cornering and changing lanes. The overall feel of the chassis is good.
Shibo Tuojie 2.0L HEV provides a total of 3 normal driving modes: smart, ECO and SPORT, in addition to a snow mode. In the three normal modes, pressing the accelerator deeply can result in a significant acceleration process. In the SPORT mode, the downshift response of the transmission will be a little more positive, but the difference is not huge. The smart mode provides a more suitable dynamic feedback based on the analysis of the driver's real-time control conditions and power load.
The brake pedal feels moderately soft and hard. In addition, after releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle will recover kinetic energy, but the recovery intensity cannot be adjusted, and the actual drag feeling of the vehicle is almost negligible.
The steering force of the vehicle is more in line with most people's driving habits, and the damping when returning to alignment is also very smooth. The directionality and followability of the front of the car are in line with expectations. Coupled with the positioning of the body as a compact SUV, the Shibo Tuojie can easily win the favor of drivers during daily commuting in the city.
From 650,000 vehicles sold in China in 2016 to 158,500 vehicles in 2021, Kia’s sales in China have experienced a cliff-like decline. However, Kia did not choose to languish because of this. Faced with various difficulties encountered and the huge test from the market, at the Chengdu Auto Show that ended not long ago, Kia released a strategic plan for China, and based on the new joint venture company, it comprehensively Promote brand innovation strategy.
As the first model under the new strategy, although its name may sound a bit confusing, it is actually the successor of KX5 and the fifth-generation model in the SPORTAGE family. As a global model, Lion Top has achieved impressive sales performance after being launched in the European and North American markets. Compared with KX5, the upgrade of Shibo Tujie is undoubtedly all-round. The new design language, technological and entertainment-oriented configuration and rich power combination have greatly increased its strength.
From a product perspective, the biggest feature of Shibo Tuojie itself is that it has allowed consumers to reverse their mediocre impression of Korean brands. It also has good strength and the best-selling Dongfeng Honda CR-V in the compact SUV market. , FAW Toyota RAV4 Rongfang and FAW-Volkswagen Tanyue are competing against each other, but the brand influence is still a big mountain blocking many consumers. In the past year, Beijing Hyundai, which has experienced intensive launch of new products, has achieved continuous growth in monthly sales. As Kia's turnaround in China, has the Lion's Expansion impressed you in front of the screen?
According to Bitauto App’s “SUV Hot List” data, Shibo Tuojie has an average daily attention of 130,500, ranking 7th. If you need more data, please go to Bitauto App to view.
Editor: Qin Qingbao