Time is fast, and before you know it, half of 2022 has passed.
In the first half of this year, under the influence of unfavorable factors such as the repeated disturbance of the epidemic and the rising oil price, the domestic auto market is facing severe pressure. According to the statistics of the Passenger Federation, in the first five months of this year, the total retail sales of domestic passenger cars 7.315 million, a year-on-year decrease of 12.8%, a year-on-year decrease of 1.07 million, of which the largest decrease was in April-May.
However, despite the same huge pressure, the overall performance of independent brands this year is not bad. In May, retail sales 620,000 vehicles, an increase of 5% year-on-year, in sharp contrast to the 28% decline in joint venture brands. In the first five months, the retail share of independent brands has reached 46%, an increase of 8.6 percentage points compared with the same period in 2021. The market share of BYD, Geely, Changan and other brands has increased significantly.
The strong growth of independent brands is not only due to the continuous improvement of their own product strength, but more importantly, they have achieved a leading advantage in the new energy vehicle market. Data show that the retail sales of domestic new energy passenger vehicles in the first 5 months 1.712 million, an increase of 119.5% year-on-year. Among them, independent brands are the absolute leader, with a retail share of 85.2% in the first 5 months, compared with only 9.1% of luxury cars and only 5.6% of mainstream joint venture brands.
With the help of the market, the enthusiasm of independent brands in launching new cars, especially new energy vehicles, is also increasing. This is not the case. Among the new cars to be launched in July, the most anticipated and heaviest are still new energy vehicle products.
Here’s a look at what new cars are worth looking forward to this July.
Denza D9
Price range: Pre-sale 335,000 – 460,000 yuan
Tengshi D9 opened the pre-sale on May 16, DM-i hybrid and pure electric a total of 6 configuration versions, pre-sale price range of 335,000 – 460,000 yuan.
As a medium and large new energy MPV, the D9 has a length, width and height of 5250/1960/1920mm, and a wheelbase of 3110mm, which is more advantageous than the Buick GL8 and Toyota Elfa. The wheelbase is even longer than the Elfa by 110mm.
The DM-i hybrid version of the Tengshi D9 has a comprehensive battery life of up to 1040km, a pure electric battery life of up to 190km, and can be charged with oil and electricity. It consumes 5.9L of fuel at a loss of 100 kilometers and is equipped with 80kW DC fast charging. The 30% -80% charging time only takes 25 minutes. The EV version is based on the e platform 3.0 and is equipped with an eight-in-one electric powertrain, a wide temperature domain heat pump system, and a blade battery of BYD’s ace technology. The CLTC has a maximum battery life of 600 + km, a battery life of 150km in 10 minutes, and can charge from 30% to 80% in 30 minutes.
In addition, the new car is also equipped with a Tengshi Link ultra-intelligent interactive cockpit that can achieve 5G speed connection. It has the world’s first seven-screen interconnection design and supports continuous dialogue in the four-tone zone. Pilot’s advanced intelligent driver assistance system can support L2 + level intelligent driving assistance.
Changan dark blue SL03
Price range: Pre-sale 179,800 – 231,800 yuan
At the 2022 Chongqing Auto Show, which opened recently, the Changan Deep Blue SL03 extended range and pure electric version debuted and opened pre-sale, with a pre-sale price range of 179,800 – 231,800 yuan. The official said that the new car will be listed before the end of July, and large-scale deliveries will begin in August.
Changan deep blue SL03 has a certain sci-fi smell of mecha, which is normal, because Changan’s UNI series has this smell. The length, width and height are 4820/1890/1480mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2900mm, which is comparable to BYD Seal and larger than Tesla’s Model 3. The drag coefficient is also the same as the latter, both 0.23Cd.
The single motor of Changan Deep Blue SL03 pure electric version can reach a maximum output power of 190kW, a maximum torque of 320Nm, and an acceleration score of 0-100km/h of 5.9s. Under CLTC conditions, the comprehensive cruising range can reach 515km and 705km. The extended range version is equipped with a 1.5T engine and motor, and the pure electric battery life can reach more than 200km, the maximum battery life exceeds 1200km, and the fuel consumption of feeder is as low as 4.5L/100km.
In addition, the new car is also equipped with a 10.25-inch LCD meter + 14.6-inch central control screen, providing automatic face tracking function, and is equipped with an APA7.0 remote unmanned valet parking system.
BYD seal
Price range: Pre-sale 212,800 – 289,800 yuan
Like the Changan Deep Blue SL03, the BYD Seal is also a highly anticipated pure electric coupe that can compete with the Model 3. It is reported that since the pre-sale started on May 20, the order volume of the Seal has exceeded 110,000 units. This data volume is quite amazing. Even if it is finally discounted, it is tens of thousands of units. As a BYD model with a pre-sale price of 212,800 – 289,800 yuan, this achievement is amazing.
The length, width and height of the seal are 4800/1875/1460mm, with a wheelbase of 2920mm, which is more advantageous than the Model 3. Its drag coefficient is only 0.219Cd, which is also better than the Model 3’s 0.23Cd.
In terms of power, the SEAL series is equipped with BYD’s own blade battery, with a battery capacity of 61.44kWh and 82.56kWh respectively. The range of the standard battery life version, long battery life version and four-wheel drive high-performance version is 550km, 700km and 650km respectively. Among them, the standard battery life version is equipped with 150kW and 310Nm motors, the long battery life version is equipped with 230kW and 360Nm motors, and the four-wheel drive high-performance version is equipped with the front 160kW, 310Nm/rear 230kW and 360Nm dual motors, and the zero-hundred acceleration only takes 3.8 seconds.
In addition, the SEAL is also the first model equipped with BYD CTB technology and iTAC technology. The former integrates its battery with the body, from the original "sandwich" structure of the battery pack to the "sandwich" structure of the whole vehicle, which simplifies the body structure and production process, and greatly enhances the safety factor; the latter is also known as the "ESP body stability control system for electric vehicles", which can weaken and inhibit vehicle skidding by adjusting the torque at the wheel end, and improve vehicle handling and safety. In addition, the SEAL is also equipped with a high-performance suspension combination of front two fork arms + rear five links, and the vehicle performance is worth looking forward to.
Euler Ballet Cat
Price range: Pre-sale 193,000 – 223,000 yuan
After "bouncing" several times, the Euler Ballet Cat is finally confirmed to be listed on July 12. The car has already started pre-sale in May, and the pre-sale price is 193,000 – 223,000 yuan.
The shape of the Ballet Cat is very similar to the Volkswagen Beetle. The retro round and rectangular headlights, front bumper, arched hood design, and a lot of arc elements in the whole car make it difficult for many young women to resist. The length, width and height are 4401 * 1867/1880 * 1633mm, and the wheelbase is 2750mm, which is almost compact.
The interior is equally classic and refined, and it is very popular with female car owners, such as exclusive steering wheel, storage box, a lot of chrome decoration, and a pink and white color scheme full of princess style.
In terms of power, it will be equipped with a drive motor with a maximum power of 126kW and a high-safety lithium iron phosphate battery pack, providing a range of 400km and 500km.
Haval Kugou
Price range: more than 100,000 expected
After the big dog, the second model of Haval’s "dog family", Kugou, is also coming. It is said that this name is also voted by netizens and is very personalized.
It is understood that the length, width and height of Kugou are 4520/1875/1745, and the wheelbase is 2710mm, which is a little smaller than the big dog. It is probably a competitor with Changan CS55PLUS. Therefore, its price range should also be lower than the big dog (119,900), and it is expected to start more 100,000.
The shape of Kugou is as tough and square as that of a big dog. The design of China Net is very characteristic. The headlight group adopts a round design, which is very classic and retro. It also provides a suspended roof, which enhances the refinement.
In the power part, Haval Kugou will be equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 135kW, a peak torque of 275Nm, and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. It is said that in addition to the regular fuel version, the DHT hybrid version is also expected to be launched later.
GAC Trumpchi Shadow Cool
Price range: 99,800 expected
Shadow Cool is a compact SUV with a length, width and height of 4680/1901/1670mm, a wheelbase of 2750mm, and a size between the GS4 and GS4 PLUS. Therefore, the price of this car should also be between the GS4 and GS4 PLUS. It is expected to start at about 99,800 yuan.
The appearance of Yingku is amazing, using GAC Trumpchi’s new "technology industrial aesthetics" design concept, the whole is very mecha style, the front part of the large borderless middle net is very impactful, embedded in the "V" shape array structure, the LED headlights on both sides of the unique and sharp shape, very recognizable.
The car is equipped with a large floating touch LCD screen and the latest ADiGO 5.0 smart driving connected ecosystem. In addition, some models will also provide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 high-computing power smart chips, which is worth looking forward to.
In terms of power, Yingku will provide three sets of dynamic assemblies, namely the 1.5TGDI engine of Julang Power, the 2.0TGDI engine of Julang Power, and a new generation of hybrid system composed of the 2.0ATK high-efficiency Atkinson engine and the GMC 2.0 second-generation electromechanical coupling system.