In today's car market, buying an SUV with a budget of less than 100,000 yuan is no longer an unattainable dream. Whether it is a domestic or joint venture brand, there are two practical models that are very cost-effective and popular with veteran drivers that deserve our in-depth attention. They are not only close to the people, basically 100,000 yuan can be landed, and the naked car is controlled at about 70,000 yuan, but also show excellent strength in terms of brand reputation, power performance and quality stability.
The first is the Jetta VS5 from FAW-Volkswagen. Although the Jetta has become a sub-brand after being spun off from Volkswagen, this has not affected the excellent performance of the Jetta VS5 in terms of sales, popularity and quality. Monthly sales have stabilized at more than 5,000 units, and even recently climbed to a high of 7,000 units, which is undoubtedly the best proof of the excellent value for money of the Jetta VS5. The model has performed well in many aspects such as space layout, user reputation, price positioning and fuel economy, fully demonstrating the profound heritage and exquisite craftsmanship of the Volkswagen brand.
The space design of the Jetta VS5 is clever and practical, although the data shows that the body length is 4.418 mm and the wheelbase is 2.63 meters, which seems to be decent, but it has a completely different feeling in the actual riding experience. The interior is spacious and comfortable, providing a comfortable driving environment for both the driver's seat and the rear seat. The seat material is soft, the texture is high-end, and the two-color combination is more fashionable. In particular, the rear seats of the Jetta VS5 are designed to be flat and without protrusions, which greatly improves the comfort of passengers in the middle seat.
In terms of power configuration, the Jetta VS5 is equipped with a Volkswagen's well-received 1The 4-liter turbocharged engine produces up to 150 hp in the high-power version. The automatic transmission model is mated to the Aisin 6AT gearbox, which has won the recognition of consumers for its excellent reliability. However, the powertrain is not flawless, for example, it needs to use 95 gasoline, which increases the cost of later use to a certain extent; At the same time, the simple design of the engine air intake system makes its protection against impurities slightly insufficient. However, taking into account its pro-people factors, these small flaws are still within an acceptable range. At present, the official price range of the Jetta VS5 is 86,900 yuan to 117,900 yuan, and the ** after the discount is about 790,000 yuan.
Next up is the GAC Trumpchi GS3, this model is on par with the Jetta VS5 in terms of sales, if you put aside the impact of value retention rate and brand influence, for ordinary consumers, GAC Trumpchi GS3 may be more attractive. Its powertrain is more powerful, the space is more spacious, and the whole series is equipped with 1A 5-liter turbocharged engine mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. Although the dual-clutch transmission may have some stability problems under certain conditions, it does not have much impact on daily driving, especially in non-congested road conditions. The GAC Trumpchi GS3 has a maximum horsepower of 177 hp and excellent acceleration performance.
In terms of space size, GAC Trumpchi GS3 is more spacious than Jetta VS5, and the front and rear spaces are obviously abundant, especially the rear floor is also flattened, which further improves the comfort of passengers' legs. The wheelbase of the vehicle has reached 2.65 meters, which effectively ensures the spacious and bright interior space. In terms of interior design, the GAC Trumpchi GS3 is particularly prominent, in which the console is made of leather and matched with double color treatment, creating a strong sense of luxury and technological atmosphere. The official guide price range is 85,800 yuan to 111,800 yuan, and after the discount, its selling price is basically maintained at the level of more than 70,000 yuan.
To sum up, whether it is the Jetta VS5 or the GAC Trumpchi GS3, both models show their unique charm and advantages within a limited budget. Consumers can choose the most suitable SUV according to their specific needs and preferences, combined with the power performance, space layout, interior design and later maintenance costs of the two models. When buying a car, don't ignore the brand's after-sales service and the long-term cost of the vehicle, which are important reference indicators to determine whether a model is truly cost-effective.