In a blink of an eye, the 2024 Chengdu International Auto Show with the theme of Chengdu · Smart leading future is coming, so major car companies will also show the latest achievements/technologies through this platform. At the same time, I also learned that Chery Automobile’s pure electric version of the medium-sized SUV Intelligent R7(picture) will be unveiled on the first day of the auto show, one said, I am still looking forward to the performance of this car. On the one hand, this car comes from Chery Automobile, a man of automobile engineering, and on the other hand, it is a medium-sized SUV that combines spacious space and operational flexibility.
The appearance of Zhijie R7 adopts smooth lines to outline the body outline, the front face is similar to the height of its Zhijie S7, the two sides of the cabin cover bulge upward, creating a strong sense of power, and the star track fusion light group integrates three flat light beads, which can bring high recognition. The front enclosed trapezoidal air intake is blackened to create a strong sense of movement. The lidar on the front is mainly for assisting driving, and with the support of Huawei ADS 3.0 advanced driver assistance system, the self-driving capability is still worth looking forward to.
In terms of body size, the Zhijie R7 has a length of 4956mm and a wheelbase of 2950mm. The long wheelbase design lays the foundation for a good riding space. The popular hidden door handle, dynamic color wheel and other elements are not absent, with the concave door panel, passing a little sense of strength. As for the rear, the Intelligent R7’s tail is full and rich in layers, the through-through rear taillights are highly recognizable when lit at night, the dynamic ducky tail is slightly upturned, and the aerodynamic power can be optimized at high speed to provide pure electric driving range. By the way, the front and rear wheels of the car are 21 inches, which is not small on the car, and the larger size is easy for the driver to control. Front and rear brakes are ventilated disc, solid materials even continuous braking do not have to worry about brake attenuation and other problems.
As a pure electric version of the car, the whole series of intelligent R7 adopts Jiangsu Times ternary lithium battery, the battery has low temperature heating and liquid cooling technology, whether it is cold winter or hot summer driving can be well adapted. In addition, according to the different versions, the pure electric range of the two-drive basic model and the four-drive basic model (CLTC working condition) are 802km and 736km, respectively, and the ultra-long life in addition to meeting the needs of weekdays, even the travel radius of six days out to play can also be covered. If it is only used for walking, the charging frequency is also greatly reduced, which is in line with the use habits of fast-paced people.
In terms of power, the two versions of the Wisdom R7 are rear-rear drive and dual-motor four-wheel drive, in which the two-wheel drive is equipped with a total power of 215kW permanent magnet/synchronous rear single motor, while the four-wheel drive version is equipped with a total power of 365kW front/rear dual motor, book parameters are better, and the top speed can reach 200km/h. In terms of chassis, the intelligent R7 adopts the front double fork arm + rear multi-link double independent suspension, which is better in terms of materials. Through the front double fork arm structure, I guess the new car will provide soft and hard + high and low variable suspension, so that users can enjoy a more comfortable driving posture. After all, for savvy consumers, simple seat heating, ventilation and soft filling cannot satisfy their pursuit of comfort.
Although the interior of the car has not yet been announced, according to the spy photos, the wisdom R7 still uses the popular dual screen combination structure, the simple shape is in line with the mainstream user’s aesthetic, and the three-spoke steering wheel grip is solid and sturdy, the rollers on both sides are highly similar to the Tesla Model Y, and the shift mechanism is integrated on the right side of the steering wheel. The original location is replaced by the mobile phone wireless charging interface, the center console cup holder and the storage compartment. Overall, the cabin layout of this car is relatively conventional, even fuel car owners can easily get started.
The above analysis and prediction of the intelligent R7, which will be unveiled at the 2024 Chengdu International Auto Show, can see that the appearance of the car is stylish and modern, the cabin configuration is rich and intelligent, the internal riding space is spacious, with strong power and long endurance, I believe it will become the ideal car for many friends. At present, the pricing of the new car is also a suspense, combined with the previous news and exposure configuration, the materials, configuration and hardware of the intelligent R7 have reached the leading level of the same level, so many friends predict that the new car pricing will come to 400,000, but I have different views, after all, in the field of mid-size SUVs sold now, the price of popular models is mostly maintained at 20,000-300,000. Therefore, the price of intelligent R7 should hover around 300,000.
