New SUV added to the family Interpretation of SAIC-GM’s new car planning
[XCAR New Car Review Original]
With the release of the brand-new "2020 Strategy" on the eve of Shanghai Auto Show last year, SAIC-GM seems to have entered the fast lane and developed rapidly. In 2016, its three major brands Chevrolet, Buick and Cadillac successively launched a number of heavyweight models including Chevrolet Mai Rui Bao XL, New Cruze, Buick New LaCrosse, New GL8 and Cadillac CT6 and XT5, and achieved good market results. Many models have gradually become the main force in various market segments. This is also reflected in the sales volume. In the first three quarters of this year, SAIC-GM ranked third among domestic passenger car companies in terms of sales volume, and compared with Beijing Hyundai, which ranked fourth, its advantages were very obvious. In today’s article, we will introduce the future new car planning of SAIC-GM’s three major brands in combination with the new car information we have. You may also wish to see which new models will be put into the domestic market next.
Chevrolet new generation Equinox
Estimated time to market: the first quarter of 2017
New car comments: As the second best-selling model under the Chevrolet brand, the new generation Equinox aims at the hot medium-sized SUV market in China. Keeping pace with the North American market and introducing it in a localized way further demonstrates the sincerity of manufacturers and the importance they attach to domestic consumers. At present, the Chevrolet brand in the domestic SUV market of about 200,000-level is slightly weak to be supported only by this model in copaci. With the new Equinox coming into the market in the first quarter of next year, it will not only enrich the existing product line, but also rely on its own good competitiveness and good reputation accumulated in the North American market.New generation EquinoxWill challenge competitors at the same level.
Key points of new car:
1. Debut at Guangzhou Auto Show, which is expected to go on sale in the first quarter of 2017;
2. The appearance has been changed from the simple and honest shape before, and the latest family design has been adopted to become younger;
3. The design of the interior is almost the same as that of Mai Rui Bao XL, and the configuration is fully upgraded on the existing basis;
4. Equipped with 1.5T/2.0T engines respectively, matched with 6-speed automatic and 9-speed automatic gearboxes.
According to our understanding, Chevrolet’s new generation Equinox will officially meet with domestic consumers at the Guangzhou Auto Show, which will open on November 18th. At present, the new-generation Equinox trial car has been rolled off the assembly line at SAIC-GM Wuhan base, and it is expected that the new car will be put on sale in the first quarter of 2017.
Chevrolet’s new generation Equinox has swept away its simple and honest appearance and become younger, more sporty and more energetic. The front face of the typical Chevrolet family, the tough headlights, and the stupid polygonal headlights have disappeared. What can be preserved is Equinox’s unique double-layer grille design. The tail is also a Chevrolet feature, and the more fashionable horizontal taillights replace the previous vertical taillights.
The innovation of interior is obvious, and the new interior design is very similar to Chevrolet Mai Rui Bao XL. The combination of light brown and black leather makes the interior look calm and energetic. According to different models, it will be equipped with 7-inch and 8-inch MyLink systems, and support both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto systems.
If you put the rear seat of the new car flat, you can also get a very considerable luggage compartment space. In addition, the new generation Equinox is also equipped with collision warning system, lane departure alarm,Low speed automatic brakingSecurity configuration, etc.
In terms of power system, the new car will be equipped with 1.5T and 2.0T engines respectively after being introduced into China. The former has a maximum power of 127kW(172Ps) and a peak torque of 275Nm, matching a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The latter has a maximum output power of 188kW(256Ps) and a peak torque of 352Nm, matching the 9-speed automatic transmission. At the same time, the new car will also provide front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive systems for consumers to choose from.
Chevrolet new chuangkuo
Estimated time to market: Guangzhou Auto Show
New car comments: In recent years, a large number of small SUVs have sprung up, and small SUVs with monthly sales of over 10,000 vehicles are everywhere. However, it is a pity that Chevrolet Chuangkuo, which was put on the market in 2014, has been selling flat and not satisfactory. The upcoming new Chuangkuo has been greatly upgraded in terms of styling and configuration, which is more in line with the trend of youthfulness, which is also expected to attract the attention of more young consumers.
Key points of new car:
1. It is scheduled to be released on November 12th, and the Guangzhou Auto Show is expected to go on sale;
2. Adopting the latest family front face style, the face value has been comprehensively improved;
3. The overall shape of the center console has changed greatly, and the configuration has improved obviously;
4. Continue to be equipped with 1.4T engine, matching 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic manual transmission.
Recently, it was learned from SAIC-GM that Chevrolet’s new Chuangkuo will be officially released at Guangzhou Changlong Chunlang Music Festival held on November 12th. The new cool value positioned in the small SUV has been comprehensively improved, and the front face has become more refined. It is expected that the price of the new car will be announced at the Guangzhou Auto Show, which opens on November 18th.
Judging from the official map released a few days ago, the new domestic Chuangkuo is basically the same as the overseas version, and the new family design language makes it more refined. Thanks to the family-style three-dimensional double grille design, the visual center of gravity of the front of the car is obviously reduced, and the visual sense of the hood is prolonged, which looks much more coordinated than the cash.
The tail of the new car also changes a lot. The newly designed double U-shaped LED taillights are applied to it, which is full of impact, and the wheel eyebrows are also much fuller than the current models, further enhancing the sense of power of the new car. With a new style of aluminum alloy wheels and an integrated roof rack, the new car has indeed improved its face value.
Coming to the interior part, the new Chuangku takes "dynamic driving" as the design concept, and the overall shape of the center console has changed greatly. A lot of soft lines are incorporated into the black and brown double-color interior to outline the layered center console, and the air conditioning outlet shape and key layout have been optimized, and the visual effect is good. In terms of configuration, the new Chuangku will add practical configurations such as independent digital tire pressure monitoring, remote engine start, keyless entry and one-button start.
In terms of power, Chevrolet’s new Chuangkuo will continue to be equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine. The transmission part is matched with the 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic manual transmission.