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　　I stayed in Hainan Island for six whole days last week. For what? For two heavy Japanese cars, one is to change the Highlander test drive in the medium term (Please click here for the article), and most importantly: the test drive of the new Honda Accord, this article will be launched at 8 am on March 19th. Before going online, let’s review the history of this car. After understanding its history, you will find that the "growth history" of Accord is basically the epitome of Japanese car factories attacking cities and plundering land in the United States.

　　When it comes to Honda, people may think of Civic first, but in addition to Civic, there is another car that is also the "founding hero" of Honda, and it is the Accord. From 1976 to now, the well-known Accord has evolved to the tenth generation. At the beginning of 2018, the new Accord won the North American Car of the Year Award, which made people look forward to the arrival of the tenth generation Accord. For the test drive article, please click on the picture below.

　　At first, the Accord became famous because of the support of the North American market. From the long picture below, you can see how popular the Accord is in the North American market. It is the best-selling model in the past forty years.

　　Generally speaking, we think that Accord (or most Japanese cars) has won the favor of the American market with its high quality and durability, but before that, Accord relied on technology to gain the attention of Americans. This story needs to start with the listing of the first generation models.

　　The first generation SJ/SM model (1976-1981)

　　Do you know that?/You know what? Accord didn’t appear as a medium-sized or large-sized car at first, but an authentic compact car, and it still appeared as a three-door hatchback model. It didn’t appear as a sedan until 1977. The appearance of Accord is to fill the market vacancy of Civic, so that consumers who are interested in Civic but want more advanced models can have a choice.

　　The body length, width and height of the hatchback version of the Accord are 4125×1620×1340(mm), and the sedan version is 4450×1620×1360(mm), both of which have a wheelbase of 2380 mm.. There are 1.6L and 1.8L displacement for people to choose from, and the power varies from 51kW(60Ps) to 59kW(80Ps).

　　In fact, the first generation Accord can basically be regarded as an enlarged Civic, and their mechanical mechanisms are very similar. Front-mounted engine and front-wheel drive fully conform to Honda’s "MM idea" (minimizing machinery and maximizing seating space). In fact, Shoichiro Honda had hoped that the Accord would be a sports car with a six-cylinder engine because he was the owner of the Pontiac Firebird, but this proposal was rejected internally. At that time, people began to realize the importance of fuel economy and lightness, so the Accord became a typical Japanese car with economic orientation.

　　Honda’s road to front-wheel drive

　　Honda has been researching FF models for a long time. As early as 1972, Honda 1300 sedan with front-wheel drive was introduced. Most cars at this time used FR layout, because FF technology was not so developed at that time.

　　Honda 1300 received a very poor evaluation, but it was not entirely the fault of FF layout, mainly because the complex engine structure lost the advantages of the original air-cooled engine, the larger steering radius, the heating that occasionally emits oily smell, and the unbalanced counterweight made Honda 1300 get a bad review, and even intensified the opposition between Honda Zongyilang and other technicians. Because Tsuichiro Honda thought the best cooling method was air cooling, but the technicians thought that water cooling was better. Finally, he relied on Takeo Fujisawa, the then vice president, to persuade Tsuichiro Honda to accept the use of water-cooled engines in the successor car.

　　There is also a short story about Honda 1300, that is, the price of aluminum at that time was higher than now, and Honda 1300, which used a large number of aluminum engines, was once a hot commodity in vehicle recycling and scrapping factories, so there are not many Honda 1300 left now. From this, we can see Honda’s innovation and persistence in engine technology.

　　Luxurious accord

　　Next, we will look back to the Accord. In order to make American consumers accept the Accord more quickly, Honda installed many comfort configurations in the car, which made many Civic owners feel upgraded after seeing the Accord.

　　But what really made the Accord famous was not how efficient these comfortable configurations or space performance were, but because of the American.Marquise Act. The Marquise Act is one version of the Clean Air Act (CAA) in the United States, which caused many cars not to be sold in the United States when it was introduced. After 1975, the CO and HC in the exhaust of vehicles sold in the United States should be reduced to less than 1/10 of that in 1970-1971, which made many manufacturers unable to pass such strict standards. However, Honda’s CVCC technology made it easy for Honda Civic to pass this standard, which also opened up the popularity of Accord, which was listed in 1976.

　　CVCC technology realizes the technology of stratified combustion and lean combustion. In the era without EFI, it can be achieved by mechanical technology, which is enough to prove Honda’s attainments in engine technology.

As a high-end off-road vehicle brand in China, Warriors are widely concerned by consumers in China. At Changchun International Auto Show, Science and Technology made a comprehensive appearance of its three heavy models, which perfectly explained its hard-core strength and innovative spirit on the luxury off-road track. In the future, Dongfeng Warrior Technology will continue to uphold the brand spirit of "fearless conquest", constantly promote the progress and development of China’s automobile industry, and bring more quality products and services to consumers around the world.

Dongfeng Warrior Technology presented its first model-Dongfeng and China’s first film joint car-Warrior 917 Dragon Armor, and a long-wearing weapon specially tailored for heavy cross-country enthusiasts-Warrior 917 Highland Lion at Changchun Auto Show.

Warrior M-HUNTER is located in the ultra-luxury extreme off-road performance chariot, which is the "extreme performance private collection" created by Warrior brand for the world’s top off-road players. It is equipped with 37-inch ultra-large extreme off-road tires, and it is the first off-road vehicle in China with a wheel torque of more than 20,000 Nm. The first off-road vehicle with full carbon fiber body; The first tubular girder vehicle built based on M TECH, the warrior’s intelligent off-road architecture, is also the first extreme performance vehicle using the military vehicle-class centralized inflation and deflation system.

Its appearance fills the technical gap in the top off-road performance of domestic off-road vehicles. At the same time, the vehicle is also equipped with many hard-core military-grade black technologies of the Warriors Group, and precious aviation-grade carbon fiber materials are used, which can provide a unique and exclusive personal tailor for senior cross-country enthusiasts and top players.

Warrior 917 looks tough, but inside it is "soft". Full LCD instrument, central control screen, passenger entertainment screen, HUD head-up display and streaming media rearview mirror, five-screen linkage technology is full. The leather seat with diamond grain has the functions of massage, heating and ventilation, plus the "pistol"-shaped door handle and the gear display in mechanical code table style, which makes the ceremony full.

In terms of power, the Warrior 917 provides two power forms: extended range and pure electric power. The pure electric version is equipped with four motors, two in the front and rear axles, with a total power of 800k kW and a total torque of 1400 Nm. The extended range version consists of a 1.5T engine and three motors at the front and rear axles, with a total power of 600 kW and a total torque of 1050 Nm. At the same time, the new car is equipped with electronic control differential lock, central virtual differential lock, four-wheel steering, magic carpet body stability system, etc., which not only excels in off-road ability, but also gives full consideration to ride comfort.

Warrior 917 has a size of 4987mm×2080mm×1935mm and a wheelbase of 2950 mm. It is a typical medium-sized car with a five-seat design. Even if there are three passengers in the second row, you can cross your legs at the same time. In addition, the rear privacy glass is matched with the rear control system similar to the iPad, which makes people wonder whether it is suitable for the boss to go off-road by himself or for the driver to take the boss off-road.

Warrior 917 Dragon Armor continues the design concept of Warrior’s "Heroic Soul", and combines modern military style and loong elements to form a unique design idea. Its exterior color scheme is painted with desert storm yellow, with silver against the color, showing the hard-core military style. Driving it is very eye-catching whether it is outdoor cross-country or urban travel. In terms of material selection, the warrior 917 Xiaolong armor body is used in many places, with lighter weight, higher strength and more expensive aviation-grade forged carbon fiber materials. In addition, the new car is equipped with carbon fiber side hanging storage boxes, C-window extension hanging plates, branch separators, etc., as well as roof extension platforms and related lamps, which have both design personality and practicality.

Warrior 917 Highland Lion is equipped with 5mm thick aluminum-magnesium alloy armored front and rear bumpers and 8MM thick aluminum-magnesium alloy reinforced bottom guard, which can avoid collision and drag the bottom and has the function of sound insulation and noise reduction. After that, the spare tire bracket is fixed on the car body girder, which not only avoids damaging the tailgate, but also meets the needs of external full-size spare tire. At the same time, it adopts the linkage design with the tailgate to open the door in one step. In order to enhance off-road performance, it is equipped with top-level nitrogen shock absorption, which provides support for vehicles under extreme road conditions, improves off-road performance and makes the crossing journey more comfortable. In addition, the Warrior 917 Highland Lion is equipped with a multifunctional rear trailer hook, with a maximum traction of 2.5 tons, which can tow RV, motorcycle, Luya boat, etc. Whether it is a family stay, a motorcycle party or Luya fishing, it can be switched at will and enjoy a luxurious and exquisite life.

The Warrior 917 Highland Lion not only strengthens the off-road performance, but also fully considers the user’s pursuit of exquisite life. With the addition of a new generation of roof platform, the vehicle instantly becomes a mobile outdoor living space. Whether it is loading bicycles, kayaking or roof tents, it can be easily realized, allowing drivers to unlock a variety of outdoor games such as mountain riding, drifting upstream, car camping, etc. at any time, and enjoy the fun of close contact with nature.

The vehicle is equipped with a multifunctional rear trailer hook, the maximum traction can reach 2.5 tons, which provides more possibilities for users’ outdoor life. Whether it’s towing an RV for a family trip, going to a party with motorcycle friends, or enjoying the fun of Luya fishing alone, the 917 Highland Lion of Dongfeng Warrior can meet the demand and make the outdoor life of drivers more colorful. (Some pictures are from the Internet)

(The above pictures are all from the Internet)

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　　[Pacific Auto] On November 15th, 2024, the new model (|) was officially launched, and the new car was launched in three configurations, with the price range of 478,000-627,000. As a modified model, the new car has been upgraded in terms of power, battery life, configuration, color matching, etc. Among them, the power system is equipped with a dual-motor four-wheel drive system, and the system is comprehensively upgraded to 300 kW, and the CLTC pure electric cruising range is 681km. In addition, the version of the model is also equipped with a system.

　　In terms of appearance, the new Mercedes-Benz EQE continues the design of the old models as a whole. Among them, the pioneer model upgrades the front face of the "Night Star Array", and the flagship model is equipped with a bright star rain digital headlight assembly, which improves the lighting effect and effectively prevents the glare of the oncoming cars. It can also light up various lighting effects such as "meteor shower". In addition, the new car has added green gravel silver metal paint.

　　In terms of interiors, the flagship model has added a MBUX super-linked screen, and the 1.41-meter-long integrated curved glass design runs through the main and auxiliary drivers. At the same time, the brown/black interior color scheme of Balao wood is added, and the Pioneer and Deluxe models can be decorated with open-hole walnut wood with aluminum trim.

　　In terms of configuration, the new car comes standard with front headrest and velvet foot pad, the whole car comes standard with 5G communication technology, and the UWB digital key comes standard with 3 years of free traffic. It is also equipped with optional, harmony and active ambient light, which can present dynamic flow effect according to real-time driving operation intelligence. At the same time, the whole car can choose Burmester? surround stereo sound system.

　　In addition, the new pure electric EQE is equipped with a front seat middle airbag as standard, and the whole system can be equipped with a rear side airbag. At the same time, the new car can choose the driver assistance system reaching L2 level, and turn on the intelligent navigation distance limit function, which can automatically keep the preset distance from the vehicle in front, and avoid the surrounding stationary vehicles in time when driving at high speed (100 km/h).

　　In terms of power, the new pure electric EQE is equipped with a dual-motor four-wheel drive system, and the comprehensive power of the system is increased to 300 kilowatts, and the speed of 100 kilometers is accelerated to 4.9 seconds. In addition, the flagship model is equipped with the active steering function of the rear wheel with a maximum of 10 degrees in both directions, and the turning diameter is as low as 10.7 meters.

　　In terms of battery life, a new heat pump system is added in the whole system, which effectively uses the waste heat of the three electric appliances to heat the cockpit. With the four-speed kinetic energy recovery system with DAuto intelligent energy recovery, the solid battery life of 681 kilometers under CLTC comprehensive working conditions can be realized. At the same time, the 10%-80% fast charging time of the new car is shortened to 37 minutes. (Text: Pacific Auto Wu Qi)

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eπ008采用简洁而具有未来感的前脸设计，搭配大尺寸的进气格栅，展现出强烈的视觉冲击力。其整体风格独特而时尚，车身线条流畅，充满力量感，让人一见难忘。

eπ008拥有修长的车身，长宽高分别为5002*1972*1732mm，轴距为3025mm，前轮距和后轮距均为1650mm。车侧线条流畅，结合265/45 R21的轮胎规格和个性化的轮圈设计，为车辆增添了时尚感和运动气息。

eπ008的内饰设计展现了现代科技与舒适感的完美结合。车内采用了一块15.6英寸的大尺寸中控屏幕，集成了多媒体系统、导航、电话和空调的语音识别控制系统，极大地提高了驾驶的便捷性。方向盘采用皮质材质，支持手动上下及前后调节，为驾驶员提供了舒适的握持感和操作便利性。座椅则采用仿皮材质，具备加热、通风功能，并且在驾驶位上配备了头枕扬声器，提升了乘坐体验。前排座椅还拥有电动记忆功能，可根据驾驶员的需求进行调节。第二排座椅同样支持前后、靠背和腿托调节，方便乘客找到最舒适的坐姿。总的来说，eπ008的内饰在科技配置和舒适性方面都表现出色，为用户提供了更加智能和愉悦的驾驶体验。

eπ008搭载的高效电动机能够输出200千瓦的最大功率，同时具备340牛·米的最大扭矩，为车辆提供强劲的动力输出和平顺的驾驶体验。

汽车之家车主 对eπ008的外观设计给予了高度评价，他认为向阳金外漆沉稳有内涵，非常高级，同时也提到黑色漆面虽然好看，但不太耐脏，因此选择了向阳金，且购车时还享受到了1500元的优惠，认为非常划算。

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eπ008以其创新的前脸设计引人注目，独特的进气格栅展现出未来感与科技感的完美结合。整体风格融合了现代美学与实用主义，线条流畅而充满力量感，展现出独特的个性与魅力。

eπ008拥有大气的车身尺寸，长宽高分别为5002mm、1972mm和1732mm，轴距达到了3025mm，前后轮距均为1650mm，提供了宽敞的内部空间和稳定的行驶表现。车侧线条流畅，搭配21英寸的轮圈，轮胎规格为265/45 R21，增强了整车的运动感和高级感。

eπ008的内饰风格现代而简洁，采用了高品质的材料，如真皮方向盘和仿皮座椅，提供了舒适和豪华的驾驶体验。方向盘支持手动上下和前后调节，确保了驾驶员的最佳握持位置。中控台配备了一个15.6英寸的触控屏，集成了多媒体系统、导航、电话和空调控制功能，并且可以通过语音识别控制系统轻松操作。座椅方面，主驾驶位和副驾驶位均支持多种调节方式，包括加热、通风和按摩功能，其中驾驶位还配备了头枕扬声器。此外，前排座椅还具备电动记忆功能，而第二排座椅则提供靠背调节和腿托调节功能，以增加乘坐舒适度。车内还配备了多个USB和Type-C接口，以及前排的无线充电功能，满足了现代驾驶者的各种需求。

eπ008搭载了一台1.5T发动机，最大功率达到108千瓦（约147马力），最大扭矩为210牛米。这款发动机采用L4布局，搭配电动车单速变速箱，为车辆提供了充沛的动力输出和平顺的驾驶体验。

汽车之家车主 对eπ008给出了高度评价，他称赞其外观设计大气、1.5T增程器动力强劲，车内空间宽敞，行驶操作感极佳，尤其对车机语音助手的响应准确度赞赏有加。

Buying a car is for sitting, and comfort configuration plays a very important role. The higher the comfort configuration, the better the consumer experience. Although not excellent, it can also reach the mainstream level of the same level. Let’s introduce it well.

Take a look at the appearance of the dark blue SL03 first. The front face of the dark blue SL03 presents a soft design style and looks sporty. Then with simple headlights, it is in line with the "taste" of young consumers. The car is equipped with LED daytime running lights, automatic opening and closing, adaptive far and near light, delayed closing, etc. To the side of the body, the body size of the car is 4820MM*1890MM*1480MM, the car adopts fashionable and generous lines, and the body gives a very unique feeling. With large-sized thick-walled tires, it leaves a very sharp feeling. On the rear design, the rear looks very hard, and the tail lights give a very fashionable and simple feeling, which is very fashionable and atmospheric.

Coming into the car, the interior design of the dark blue SL03 is very simple and the overall visual effect is very distinctive. The steering wheel of the car is very in line with the interior style, using leather materials, which is full of design. Take a look at the central control, the center console design is reasonable, making the interior style impressive and in line with the aesthetic standards of most consumers. The dashboard and seats also feel good, let’s take a look, the car is equipped with a simple dashboard, which is easy and clear to read information. The car uses imitation leather seats, which are wide and thick, and are very comfortable to ride.

The dark blue SL03 matches the gearbox, with a 100-kilometer acceleration time of 6.2s, and the power meets daily use completely.

The rear space of the dark blue SL03 is decent, and the legroom is still rich, which is completely suitable for daily household use. At the same time, the car is equipped with anti-lock braking (ABS), LED daytime running lights, brake assistance (EBA/BAS, etc.), braking force distribution (EBD), traction control (ASR/TCS, etc.) main driver airbags, passenger seat airbags, side aircurtains, front side airbags and other safety configurations.

The car introduced today is not only eye-catching in terms of space, but also has reached the mainstream level in various configurations, and the driving experience and space experience are not picky. If you plan to buy a car and the budget is not particularly sufficient, this model is worth considering.

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The exterior design of the Jaguar XEL is highly British and dynamic. The front face features a Jaguar family-style air intake grille, and the delicate chrome trim is combined with a unique grid design to reveal a sense of confidence and power. Streamlined body lines and low body posture give the XEL a sporty and luxurious visual experience. The overall style blends tradition and modernity, demonstrating the Jaguar brand’s dedication to detail and aesthetics.

The Jaguar XEL’s elegant side lines outline a unique body profile, and the body size reaches 4778mm*1850mm*1429mm, showing the balance of movement and power. The wheelbase is 2935mm, which makes the space inside the car more spacious. The front and rear wheelbases of 1598mm ensure the stability and ride comfort of the vehicle. The tire size is 225/45 R18, and it is matched with a modern and delicate wheel design, which not only enhances the mobility of the vehicle’s appearance, but also ensures the grip and handling performance when driving.

The interior of the Jaguar XEL is refined and luxurious, inspired by the elegant British style. The steering wheel is made of leather, which provides a good grip and comfort, and supports manual up, down and back adjustment, which is convenient for the driver to personalize. The center console is equipped with a large 10.2-inch screen, with a simple and powerful operation interface. It integrates multimedia systems, navigation and phone functions, and supports automatic speech recognition to make driving more convenient.

In terms of seats, the Jaguar XEL is made of imitation leather, and the seat cushion and backrest are both comfortable. The main and passenger seats are equipped with front and rear, backrest, high and low multi-directional adjustment and waist support, providing 4-way adjustment function, especially in long-distance driving, which can effectively relieve fatigue. In addition, the front seats are also equipped with heating function, which further enhances the driver’s riding experience in cold weather.

The Jaguar XEL is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 184 kilowatts, providing a strong power output for the vehicle. The engine has 250 horsepower and 365 Nm of torque. With an 8-speed automatic transmission, it ensures a smooth experience and high efficiency in daily driving.

Summarizing the evaluation of Autohome owners, he praised the appearance of the Jaguar XEL, believing that it is atmospheric and full of fashion, especially the design of the front of the car, the unique combination of air intake grille and honeycomb grid, and the integration of the Leopard logo, as if to predict the sporty performance of the vehicle. The black and silver combination of the side lines, as well as the through-waist line, shows the elegant and powerful body aesthetic. Obviously, the appearance is the decisive factor for the owner, which fully proves the uniqueness of the Jaguar XEL in design.

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The exterior design of the Peugeot 4008 is unique, showing a strong French artistic atmosphere. The front face adopts the iconic Lion logo design of the Peugeot family, and the delicate lines of the air intake grille show a combination of power and elegance. The overall body line is smooth and dynamic, and the floating roof and sculptural waistline add a modern touch. Details, such as the matrix LED headlights and bumper design, all reflect the technological sense and practicality of the Peugeot 4008. The overall style maintains the family style while also taking into account fashion and sports, making it unforgettable at a glance.

The Peugeot 4008 is a perfect blend of elegance and power with its refined side-body design. The body size is 4510mm x 1850mm x 1628mm, and the wheelbase is 2730mm, making the interior of the vehicle spacious and comfortable. The front and rear wheelbases are 1579mm and 1587mm respectively, ensuring excellent driving stability. The unique tire size 225/55 R18, with streamlined wheels, not only enhances the appearance of the dynamic, but also ensures the superiority of driving performance.

The interior design of the Peugeot 4008 is characterized by refinement and comfort. It uses a high-quality leather-wrapped steering wheel, which feels delicate and supports manual up, down, and front and rear adjustments, providing the driver with a precise control experience. The 10-inch central control screen highlights the sense of technology, integrates multimedia systems, navigation, phone and air conditioning, and is convenient to operate through automatic speech recognition control. The seats are made of leather, and the main and passenger seats support multi-directional adjustment, including front and rear, backrest, height and waist support, ensuring passenger comfort during long-distance driving. In addition, the front seats are also equipped with heating function to meet the needs of different seasons. The overall interior design focuses on practicality and humanization, creating an elegant and practical interior space for the owner.

The car series Peugeot 4008 is equipped with a 1.6T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 125 kW, providing abundant power support for the vehicle. The engine has 170 horsepower and torque performance is also quite good, reaching 250 Nm. The matching is an 8-speed automatic transmission, which ensures a smooth driving experience and high-efficiency transmission.

In general, Autohome owners are full of praise for the appearance of the Peugeot 4008 Technology Edition, believing that its design is both dynamic and stylish, and the choice of white body is both clean and energetic. The owner specifically mentioned the excellent quality of the paint, which can maintain beautiful colors even after daily car washes, and the family-style front design further enhances the overall visual impact. This evaluation undoubtedly adds more persuasive force to the appearance charm of the Peugeot 4008, making it an ideal choice for consumers who pursue individuality and quality.

FAW-Volkswagen Chengdu Engine Factory will put into production a new 1.5T turbocharged engine next year, which will fully replace the current 1.4T engine, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 units. In terms of power parameters, the maximum power of the 1.5T engine reaches 118kW, which is 8kW higher than the 1.4T engine. In addition, due to the use of more advanced technology, the fuel consumption level of the new car has also been optimized.

At present, the European version of Maiteng (PASSTA) has used the 1.5T turbocharged engine, and the mid-term replacement Maiteng, which is expected to go on sale at the end of last year, will also be replaced with this engine next year. In terms of price, it is expected thatAt that time, the price of Maiteng 1.5T will remain unchanged.(The picture shows the current Maiteng on sale, not the 1.5T version)

Although compared with its own 1.4T turbocharged engine, the power parameters of FAW-Volkswagen’s new 1.5T engine have been improved to a certain extent. However, compared with the 1.5T engine currently used by mainstream joint venture brands on the market, the Volkswagen 1.5T engine does not have an advantage in power parameters. In addition, in terms of styling, considering that the mid-term model Maiteng was only launched at the end of last year, the 1.5T version that is expected to be launched next year will not make major adjustments in styling, and is basically in line with the current model.

In terms of the market, the mid-term replacement Maiteng currently on sale in Beijing has an end point discount of 1.5-2 0 yuan, which is more cost-effective than the main competitors of the same level, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. For consumers, if they don’t want to wait until next year to buy Maiteng 1.5T version, the current model is also a good choice.

Recently, a user posted a suspected Changan Mazda EZ-6 car purchase invoice, which caused quite a stir. The invoice shows that the purchased model is an EZ-6 pure electric BEV model, priced at 221,800 yuan. As Changan Mazda’s debut in the new energy market, the EZ-6 is not only the only model in the joint venture B-class car market that provides range extension power, but also its competitiveness has attracted much attention. Therefore, the authenticity of this pricing has become the focus of discussion.

Judging from the details of the invoice, the invoice date of this car purchase invoice is August 16, more than a month earlier than the pre-sale time. For car companies, there is a complete set of time advancement processes internally, especially for joint venture car companies like Changan Mazda that require joint decision-making between China and Japan. It is not surprising that the price is agreed two months in advance. Although the code on the invoice and other sensitive information are coded, from the information of the invoicing party and the invoice seal of Changan Mazda Automobile Co., Ltd., the authenticity of this invoice is very high, and it is very likely that it was leaked internally.

In fact, since the EZ-6 made its debut at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show, it has quickly become the focus of the joint venture new energy field. On the one hand, its styling design is at the forefront of the joint venture new energy field; on the other hand, the EZ-6 is the only model in the joint venture B-class sedan market that offers extended range power options, filling the gap in the market for such models.

Specifically, the body size of the EZ-6 is 4921mm, 1890mm and 1485mm, respectively, with a wheelbase of 2895mm. This car adopts a frameless door and a hatchback design. Although the overall shape is more new energy, details such as the through taillights and the four round barrel lights on both sides still retain the shadow of Mazda’s classic design elements.

In terms of power configuration, the EZ-6 is available in both pure electric and extended range forms, with a rear-drive layout. The power parameters of the pure electric version are 190kW, while the extended range version also uses the same 1.5-liter range extender, with the same power parameters. In terms of battery life, the range of the pure electric model is 480 kilometers and 600 kilometers respectively, depending on the battery pack capacity. The range of the extended car can exceed 1300 kilometers on a single charge and a tank of fuel.

In terms of intelligent configuration, the EZ-6 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon third-generation 8155 chip, with a 14.6-inch floating center control screen and a full LCD instrument cluster. This model is also equipped with AR-HUD head-up display, 180-degree panoramic chassis, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance, automatic parking and other functions. In addition, the EZ-6 is also equipped with rare Sony audio, 64-color ambient lights and zero-gravity seats and other comfortable features.

Only from the known information, the EZ-6 is already ahead of the joint venture models of the same level in terms of configuration. Such as Tesla, and other models are priced at about 300,000 yuan, while the starting price of the Volkswagen ID7 has also reached 227,700 yuan. In contrast, the pre-sale price of the EZ-6 pure electric version is 221,800 yuan, which is quite competitive.

Combined with Mazda’s previous pricing strategy, the price of the EZ-6 is expected to be between 18-240,000 yuan. If the pre-sale stage can also bring some special preferential policies, then the market positioning of the EZ-6 will be more stable and its competitiveness will be further demonstrated.

It is reported that the EZ-6 will start pre-sale on September 28 and is scheduled to be officially launched at the end of October. This time point will undoubtedly become a feedback node for the new energy market. For some consumers who plan to buy cars and practitioners in the industry, the listing of the EZ-6 is undoubtedly a "good show" that cannot be missed.

In the coming months, the performance of the EZ-6 in the market will be widely watched. Are you already looking forward to such a new car that integrates design, power and configuration? Feel free to leave your comments in the comment area.