The Hongqi HS5 is the first SUV under the new Hongqi brand, and it is also the first strategic SUV model after Hongqi released a new plan. The all-new Hongqi HS5, which is fully advanced, is still positioned as a mid-size SUV and will be launched in May 2023 at a price of 1838-24.980,000 yuan. As a new facelifted and upgraded marketed model, the new Hongqi HS5 has been comprehensively optimized in terms of appearance, interior, power, chassis, etc., and strives to create an SUV with more Chinese luxury style and quality.
Recently, the new Hongqi HS5 has been tested "to the end", and the car's chassis suspension, body sound insulation, engine, seat and other components have been disassembled and analyzed to test its product power and luxury. Below, let's take a look at how the new Hongqi HS5 performs in these aspects.
Engine, chassis – handling and safety.
In terms of power performance, the new Hongqi HS5 is equipped with 2The 0T turbocharged engine has a maximum power of 185 kW and a maximum torque of 380 Nm, which is 20 kW and 40 Nm higher than the current model. At the same time, the new car has been upgraded to an 8-speed automatic manual transmission, which improves the smoothness and efficiency of gear shifting. According to the teardown**, the engine of the new Hongqi HS5 adopts an aluminum alloy block and cylinder head, as well as a double balancer shaft design, which reduces weight and vibration, and improves fuel economy and durability.
In terms of chassis suspension, the new Hongqi HS5 adopts a combination of front MacPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension, as well as front and rear stabilizer bars, providing good handling and comfort. As can be seen in the dismantling**, the suspension structure of the new Hongqi HS5 is compact, the materials are thick, the welding process is fine, and the suspension bracket and beam are made of high-strength steel, which improves rigidity and safety.
Quality materials - luxury and sense of dignity.
In terms of quality materials, the new Hongqi HS5 has made great efforts in body sound insulation, seats, etc., showing attention to detail and respect for users. It can be seen in the dismantling ** that the new Hongqi HS5 body sound insulation materials are very rich, including the sound insulation cotton under the hood, the sound insulation film of the front windshield, the sound insulation cotton and sound insulation board of the door, the sound insulation glue of the body, the sound insulation cotton of the carpet, etc., which effectively isolate the noise and vibration of the outside world and create a quiet driving space. In terms of seats, the seats of the new Hongqi HS5 are made of high-quality leather materials, which are soft and comfortable, and have functions such as ventilation, heating, and massage, which enhance the comfort and luxury of the ride.
Compared with competing products in the same class, the new Hongqi HS5 has a good performance in terms of power performance, chassis suspension, quality materials, etc., showing the style and quality of Chinese luxury. According to Autohome, the main competitors of the new Hongqi HS5 include Tanyue, Envision, Tiguan L, etc. In terms of power performance, the maximum power and maximum torque of the new Hongqi HS5 are higher than those of these competitors, and the gearbox also has more gears than them.
From the perspective of chassis suspension, the configuration of the front and rear independent suspension and stabilizer bars of the new Hongqi HS5 is also better than these competitors, and the materials and processes are also more sophisticated. In terms of quality materials, the body sound insulation materials and seat materials of the new Hongqi HS5 are also more abundant and high-end, and the seat functions are also more complete. On the whole, the new Hongqi HS5 has obvious advantages in these aspects, reflecting its sense of luxury.
The two-pronged approach to the new Hongqi HS5 soft power is still excellent.
The luxury of the new Hongqi HS5 comes not only from the product power, but also from the service power. Led by the "Hongqi Heart Service", the Hongqi brand officially released the "Hongqi Concierge", providing users with exquisite services and exclusive experience in all scenarios. The "Hongqi Concierge" includes 13 "Hongqi Moments", such as Hongqi Gifts, Freemium Services, Joyful Delivery, New Car Delivery, and Love Service Stations, so that users can feel the professionalism, peace of mind and privilege of the Hongqi brand. At the same time, the Hongqi brand has also launched a service policy of "three lifetimes and one free warranty", including lifetime free warranty, lifetime free pick-up and delivery, lifetime free rescue and 4 years of 100,000 kilometers of ultra-long free maintenance, etc., so that users can enjoy lifelong care and worry-free.
The new Hongqi HS5 has won the luxury recognition of users with its quality and strength, which is also reflected in its sales. As of the end of September 2023, the cumulative sales of the new Hongqi HS5 in 2023 will be 76,364 units, ranking 10th in monthly sales and 9th in annual sales among SUVs. These data show that the new Hongqi HS5 has a good popularity in the market, and also reflects the user's recognition and trust in its product and service capabilities.
In short, through the dismantling of the car, we can see its hard power (configuration) at a glance, and from the soft power (service), the Hongqi brand provides users with full-scene exquisite services and exclusive experience, so that users can feel Hongqi's professionalism, peace of mind and privilege. Therefore, no matter in terms of hard power or soft power, the new Hongqi HS5 is a mid-size SUV with Chinese luxury style and quality, and it is also a beautiful business card of the Hongqi brand.