There are more and more plug-in hybrid models nowadays, and we have tried a lot, but it is the first time we have come into contact with a super extended range pickup truck like the Changan Hunter. However, the use of the new power mode has solved a series of technical problems of traditional fuel pickup trucks, and the overall driving experience of Changan Hunter has also brought us a lot of unexpected surprises.
There's a lot to say about machinery
If strictly defined from the technical school, the Changan Hunter is a range-extended pickup, driven by an electric motor, and the engine does not participate in direct drive, but is only used to generate electricity to replenish the battery, which is its most significant feature.
This time, Changan also specially displayed the chassis and power structure model of the Changan Hunter, which is equipped with the Blue Whale 2The 0TGDI engine is completely separated from the transmission system, to be precise, it does not exist a gearbox in the traditional sense, but is connected to a generator with a peak power of 100 kilowatts.
As a "power bank" that can continuously charge the battery, this 2The net power of the 0T Blue Whale range extender reached 140 kilowatts. Of course, it will not run at full power most of the time, but is intelligently adjusted through algorithm technology, and users can also choose the appropriate mode according to their actual needs. When the battery is low, or when accelerating sharply, the engine is maintained at a relatively high speed in order to quickly recharge the battery.
After about ten minutes of driving, when the battery is replenished, the engine speed will be reduced, and the operation will be maintained in the most energy-efficient working conditions, at this time, the noise from the engine is also significantly smaller, and the quietness level in the car is far quieter than those equipped with diesel-powered pickups, even compared with gasoline-powered pickups. If the engine doesn't need to intervene, or if it is driven directly in pure electric mode, it is as quiet as many pure electric SUVs.
Most traditional fuel pickup trucks will provide gasoline and diesel power, gasoline power is smoother to drive, but when fully loaded, it is not as powerful as diesel power, and fuel consumption is also higher. Diesel power is indeed more suitable for loading purposes, and the fuel consumption is lower than that of gasoline power, but the noise and vibration are often higher, and it must be filled with urea to ensure environmental compliance.
Chang'an hunter equipped with super extended range power does not have these troubles, because it is driven by the motor, the four-wheel drive model is equipped with a drive motor before and after, the comprehensive peak power of the system reaches 200 kilowatts, the comprehensive peak torque of the system can reach 470 Nm, and the acceleration time of 0-100km h is only 79 seconds. Therefore, when starting at a traffic light, it is easy to leave other cars behind, and it is also very easy to overtake. The 5000 Nm of wheel end torque, combined with the first one-button injection function, can ensure strength when fully loaded, climbing, and towing trailers.
In CLTC mode, it has a comprehensive range of 1031km, a fuel tank of 70L, and a battery capacity of 3118kw·h, the fuel consumption of the two-wheel drive model in the feeding state is 79L 100km, 4WD model fuel consumption is 85L 100km, short-distance commuting can be driven by pure electric driving alone, long-distance travel as long as there is fuel in the tank, there is no fear of range anxiety, and the overall cost of using the car is more economical than that of diesel-powered pickups.
In addition, through the dual-motor controller and the corresponding algorithm technology, the adaptive distribution of torque and power of the front and rear motors is realized, which is functionally similar to the timely four-wheel drive of traditional fuel pickups, in addition to making the starting power respond more quickly, with the front axle lock, rear axle lock, energy lock of the "three locks", but also has a certain off-road ability to get out of trouble.
The chassis structure of Changan Hunter is also very interesting, directly retaining the traditional "girder", that is, the non-load-bearing body structure, the battery and the fuel tank are just wrapped in the middle by two "girders", the space is fully utilized, and it also plays a protective role. Its rear motor and drive axle are integrated, in addition to providing a non-independent suspension structure of coil spring + multi-link that focuses on comfort, it also provides a fully gradual leaf spring structure with stronger bearing capacity, which is available in both passenger and commercial markets.
The rear suspension of this test drive model belongs to the coil spring + multi-link non-independent suspension structure, the front suspension is a double wishbone independent suspension structure, for the treatment of fine vibration, this suspension structure is quite good, there will be no stiff impact when running over large bumps, even if it is no-load driving, the tail will not continue to beat like the general pickup, whether it is driving or riding, it feels comfortable and stable, fully in line with the needs of passengers.
The handling of this extended-range pickup truck gives us a more ideal state, when cornering, the Changan hunter does not have the feeling of sitting on the boat that the "girder" chassis often has, and it will not shake back and forth when changing direction normally, compared to some.
2. The SUV of the new car-making force of 200,000 yuan is better to control, more stable and confident.
In addition, it does not deliberately adjust the steering to be as sensitive as a sedan, but it does not have the feeling of disconnection between the steering wheel and the front wheels, and it is a stable and precise setting. Not only that, but the number of steering turns is about the same as that of some passenger SUVs, and the steering wheel doesn't need to turn like a tai chi when turning around or parking in a parking berth. It is said that this is the first time that the drive-by-wire decoupling technology has been applied to the pickup, and the braking force is very linear when you step on it, and you basically can't feel the difference between the energy ** and the physical braking.
Not a "tool car", but a "life car".
The unexpected surprise of the Chang'an hunter is not only at the mechanical level, its shape design itself is very subversive. If the hardcore of other pickups belongs to the muscular style of "Governor" Arnold Schwarzenegger and Stallone, then the hardcore of Chang'an Hunter belongs to the cool mecha-type style of Transformers, Gundam, and Neon Genesis Evangelion, the former is more attractive to mature men, and the latter may be more favored by young guys.
Its interior also maintains the level of Changan passenger cars, with a sense of design, excellent workmanship, and materials are not arbitrary, giving people the feeling that this car is made with great care. Although the cabin space is at a decent level, the driving vision is still very good, and it does not feel particularly strenuous due to the height of the horse's figure. It is also equipped with a 360° panoramic image, in addition to convenient parking spaces, when the turn signal can be turned on both sides of the blind spot image, in the urban area, there will not be too much pressure and burden.
As a pickup truck, Changan Hunter attaches more importance to practicality, in addition to being equipped with a dual screen, it is also equipped with an intelligent vehicle machine system with voice recognition control. As for keyless entry, one-button start, electronic pocket gear design, mobile phone wireless charging, front seat heating, automatic air conditioning, rear air conditioning outlets, cruise control and other functions, it also reflects its honest side.
In order to make it easier for passengers to board this high-headed Malaysian pickup, the Changan Hunter is also equipped with side steps, and the rear insurance also has a pedal design. But this is all basic operation, Changan Hunter's cargo box tailgate also hides a clever and practical design, it has a segmented opening foot pedal function, which can be unfolded into a two-step ladder, and it becomes very easy to board the cargo box. As for the original aluminum alloy roller shutter on the cargo box, it can play a dustproof and rainproof role.
Chang'an Hunter also has 33 kilowatt external discharge function, but also using professional vehicle specification grade 220V dual interface design, through the range extender in-situ intelligent power generation technology, in the outdoor can continue to power electrical appliances for a long time, even camping for several nights is not a problem.
Finally
As a pickup truck, Changan Hunter has its own set of concepts and rules, practicality must be its primary starting point, at the same time it is also built in accordance with the standards of passenger cars, and has higher standards for comfort and driving control, and the use of super extended range and speed is an opportunity to subvert the traditional pickup, and it also solves a lot of technical problems.
Soon after, Chang'an Hunter will be officially listed, if there is no accident, it will become the first extended-range pickup truck in China and even in the world, if the pricing is as surprising as the product itself, Chang'an Hunter will seize the market opportunity.