The Haval Raptor is a mid-size SUV under the Haval brand, which was officially launched on October 10, 2023, with a total of 3 models and a price range of 1658-18.380,000 yuan. The new model is positioned as a "popularizer of new energy off-road SUVs" and is equipped with 15T+Hi4 intelligent four-wheel drive electric hybrid technology, and equipped with rear axle differential lock, compared with the big dog series off-road performance. So, as a domestic car, how cost-effective is the Haval Raptor ?Will it meet the needs and expectations of consumers?
The biggest highlight of the Haval Raptor is its plug-in hybrid system, which consists of a 1The 5T turbocharged engine and two electric motors are composed of a maximum power of 243kW and a maximum torque of 520N·m, and it only takes 6 to accelerate to 100 km/h5 seconds, the combined fuel consumption is only 18l/100km。The system also supports four driving modes, namely pure electric mode, hybrid mode, sport mode and off-road mode, which can be switched according to different road conditions and driving Xi.
Another feature of the Haval Raptor is its standard four-wheel drive system, which consists of electronically controlled differential locks on the front and rear axles, multi-plate clutches and electronic stability system, which can realize the free distribution of torque between the front and rear axles and improve the vehicle's off-road ability and safety. The system is also equipped with a variety of off-road assistance functions such as hill descent, traction control, ABS anti-lock braking, EBD braking force distribution, and more.
The exterior design of the Haval Raptor is also very attractive, it adopts the family-style design language of the Haval Dragon Net, the front face is sharp, and the large grille and LED headlight cluster create a strong visual impact. The side lines of the body are sleek, the wheel arches are full, and the 19-inch two-tone aluminum alloy wheels show a dynamic and stylish temperament. At the rear of the car, the Raptor adopts a through-type taillight cluster and a two-sided exhaust layout, which increases the layering and sportiness of the vehicle. In addition, the Raptor also offers a variety of body colors and interior styles to meet the individual needs of different consumers.
As a new energy off-road SUV, the Haval Raptor has a special market positioning, and there is no direct comparison of competing products. However, judging from its price and product attributes, it can be compared horizontally with some traditional mid-size SUVs or new energy SUVs, such as BYD Han, Roewe RX5 Max, Changan CS75 PLUS, etc. Judging from the sales data of these models, the performance of the Haval Raptor is not outstanding, and as of November 2023, its cumulative sales are only 120,000 units, far lower than the BYD Han (1870,000 units), Roewe RX5 MAX (1180,000 units), Changan CS75 PLUS (2050,000 units). This may be related to factors such as its late time to market, low product awareness, and insufficient marketing efforts.
According to the user evaluation of Autohome**, the consumer evaluation of the Haval Raptor is generally positive, mainly focusing on the following aspects: Power performance: Consumers generally believe that the power performance of the Haval Raptor is very good, whether it is accelerating or climbing, it can easily cope with it, and the fuel consumption is also very low, which is in line with the energy-saving and environmental protection concept of new energy vehicles. Off-road performance: Consumers also praised the off-road performance of the Haval Raptor for its four-wheel drive system and off-road assistance functions, which can cope with various complex road conditions and give people a sense of driving nature. Exterior design: Consumers are also satisfied with the appearance design of the Haval Raptors, believing that its shape is sharp, fashionable and atmospheric, with strong recognition and attractiveness, in line with the aesthetics and personality of young people.
Of course, the Haval Raptor also has some shortcomings, mainly focusing on the following aspects: Space comfort: Consumers report that the space comfort of the Haval Raptor is not high enough, especially the rear seats, due to the occupancy of the battery, resulting in legroom and storage space are relatively cramped, which is not conducive to long-distance travel. Configuration level: Consumers are also dissatisfied with the configuration level of the Haval Raptor and believe that its configuration in intelligent interconnection, active safety, driving assistance and other aspects is relatively backward, has not kept up with the development trend of the market, and does not meet its positioning and price. After-sales service: Consumers are also dissatisfied with the after-sales service of the Haval Raptors, believing that its services in maintenance, insurance claims, battery leasing and other aspects are not perfect enough, and do not provide consumers with sufficient confidence and protection.
To sum up, as a domestic car, the Haval Raptor has strong advantages in plug-in hybrid and off-road, but it still needs to be improved in terms of space comfort, configuration level and after-sales service. For consumers, whether it is suitable to buy a Haval Raptor needs to be weighed according to their actual needs and budget. If you're a consumer who likes off-road adventures, pursues power performance, and doesn't care much about space comfort and equipment level, then the Haval Raptor could be a good choice.