Some time ago, the new generation of Prado, which attracted much attention, finally released a pre-sale price of 47.57 million yuan. As soon as this pre-sale price came out, there were many voices on the Internet, mainly because the tank 700 Hi4-T was just launched a few days ago, and on paper it will indeed be a little better in terms of performance and configuration than Prado, and the starting price is only 4280,000 yuan.
So is the pre-sale price of the new generation of Prado high? Compared to the tank 700 Hi4-T, the whole new generation Prado is slightly worse in performance and configuration, will anyone continue to choose it? Today we're going to talk about it.
A new generation of Prado
First, let's get to know the Prado. As a new generation of models, the appearance of this generation of Prado abandons the greasy style of the past, especially the round headlights, which are even more reminiscent of the FJ Cruiser. Among them, the headlights of the entry-level model are round, while the headlights of the high-spec model are rectangular.
The length, width and height of the new generation Prado are 4920 1980 1860 mm, and the wheelbase is 2850 mm, which is a big improvement compared to the previous generation model.
The all-new Prado not only has a change in appearance, but also a lot of improvements in the interior, it is equipped with two screens, and instead of using touch buttons like the trend, it continues to retain a large number of physical knobs and buttons to ensure convenience when off-roading. Other than that, there isn't much of a fancy design, and although it's refined compared to the old Prado, it's still a bit shabby compared to the own brand models.
As for the seat layout, according to the information on the Internet, the entry-level model of the new car comes standard with 5 seats, the sub-low-end model provides 5 6-seat options, and the high-end and top-of-the-line models are equipped with 6 seats as standard.
The power part adopts the i-Force MAX hybrid system, which consists of 2The composition of 4T engine + electric motor, matched with 8AT gearbox, has a comprehensive maximum power of 330 horsepower and a maximum torque of 630 Nm. This power is also available on the Lexus RX500H Sport.
In addition, this set of powertrains is the same as the previous generation 35 liters and 40 liter engine. The most important thing is that this hybrid system is much better than natural aspiration in the highland area.
In terms of chassis, the Prado shares the same platform + with the new Lexus GX + based on the TNGA-F architecture, and is equipped with full-time four-wheel drive, equipped with a mechanical Torsen** differential, rear axle differential lock, and an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case.
Tank 700 Hi4-t
Next, let's talk about the tank 700 Hi4-T. This car was officially launched some time ago, which is the ultimate version of the 4280,000 yuan, 46 for the Extreme Edition80,000 yuan. The price of the limited edition of the non-mainstream in order to pull the wind is as high as 700,000 yuan.
The overall design style of the Tank 700 Hi4-T is similar to that of the Tank 400, both of which have a strong mecha style.
The body dimensions of the tank 700 Hi4-T, length, width and height reached 5090 2061 1952 mm, respectively, with a wheelbase of 3000 mm. This "three measurements" are indeed a lot bigger than the new generation of Prado.
The interior of the Tank 700 Hi4-T presents a strong sense of luxury, which is also a skill that is currently good at using by self-owned brand models. Of course, in addition to luxury, the interior technology and comfort are also readily available. Electric pedals, electric rear tailgate, front and rear axle differential locks, 360-degree panoramic image, L2 level driving assistance, soundproof glass, electric steering wheel, Harman Kardon audio, front and rear seat ventilation, heating and massage are all standard equipment, simple and rough without any skills.
To be honest, compared to some competing joint venture off-road vehicles, the configuration level of the Tank 700 Hi4-T is like that of a rich man. Of course, for those who like off-road vehicles, the exterior, interior, configuration of the tank 700 Hi4-T is certainly attractive. But they are more interested in the powertrain of this car.
The powertrain of the tank 700 Hi4-T is not fancy at all, and the whole series comes standard with 3The plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 0T V6 engine and a P2 motor has a combined system power of 385 kW and a combined torque of 800 Nm, mated to a 9-speed hybrid gearbox. To be honest, this power is certainly much better than the new generation of Prado.
Judging from the book data, this performance is not bad. In addition, it is also equipped with front and rear axles and ** three differential locks as standard, which has good off-road and escape ability. In addition, the mid-to-high-spec model is equipped with air suspension, CDC adjustable damping and damping system, and a disconnectable stabilizer bar.
Write at the end
There is no doubt that the emergence of the tank 700 Hi4-T has undoubtedly caused a lot of waves in the market, and its performance, configuration and relatively low ** have indeed injected a new competitive force into the market. In comparison, the pre-sale price of the new generation of Prado is a little less attractive. However, as an off-road vehicle with a long history and excellent reputation, the brand influence and market position of the Toyota Prado are not easily shaken by the Tank 700 Hi4-T. Despite its relatively high profile and slightly inferior to the 700 Hi4-T in terms of configuration and size, the Prado still has its own unique advantages. For example, the blessing of deep feelings in the hearts of the people, as well as the stable and strong off-road ability that has been confirmed by successive generations of models.
So, although the launch of the Tank 700 Hi4-T has put some pressure on the new generation of Prado, I think the new generation of Prado will still maintain an important position in the market.