Table of contents:
- Specifications
- Options and prices
- Safety
- Handling and off-road performance
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Design
- Sales start
- Competitors
2023 Author: Charles Youmans | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-20 18:41
The Chinese car manufacturer Chery, interested in expanding its customer base, has set up its subsidiary CheryExeed. It specializes in the production of premium SUVs and crossovers. The lineup of the company includes several interesting cars, the flagship of which is Chery Exid VX 2022, which can be bought on the territory of the Middle Kingdom in five trim levels at a price of 1,899,000 - 2,570,000 rubles for Starbucks and Star modifications, respectively. This car can be called a competitor for the Toyota Highlander, Mazda CX-9, Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe.
Specifications
Crossover Cherie Exid VX 2022 is currently sold in China in a new body. This model can impress its potential buyer not only with rich configurations, but also with attractive prices. Also, the cross attracts attention with its spectacular appearance, which can be estimated from the photo in the article. However, despite such obvious advantages, first of all it is worth considering the main technical characteristics of the car, which, by the way, are also impressive.
In the Chinese market, the car is sold in several modifications with two power units to choose from. In this case, we are talking about reliable and unpretentious gasoline turbocharger units with a volume of:
- 1, 6 liters with a return of 145 horsepower, as well as 290 N * m of torque;
- 2.0 liter with 187 horsepower and 390 Nm of torque.
Only a 7-speed robotic gearbox is used as a transmission. The crossover is available for sale with a choice of front or all-wheel drive. The car boasts the following dimensions:
- length - 4,970 mm;
- width - 1 940 mm;
- height - 1 795 mm;
- wheelbase - 2,900 mm;
- clearance - 200 mm;
- curb weight from 1,771 to 1,908 kg (depending on version).
The Chinese crossover is sold in five and seven-seat variants with a capacious trunk. The fuel tank of the car holds 50 liters of fuel, which provides a good range, considering the average consumption of about 8 liters in the combined cycle. AI-92 gasoline is used as fuel. It is also worth noting the good dynamics of the cross and an impressive top speed of 180-200 km / h.
Options and prices
As mentioned earlier, the crossover from the Middle Kingdom Cherie Exid VX 2022 is sold in the home market in five different versions: Starbucks, Starlight, Xingyao, Star Core and Star. Model prices range from 1,899,000 - 2,570,000 in Russian currency. It is worth noting that the power unit, the type of drive, the number of seats and the technical equipment of the vehicle have a significant impact on the price tag.
Starbucks
The most affordable version of the car with a price tag of 1,899,000 rubles. Its peculiarity is that it is sold with front-wheel drive, 1.6-liter power unit and a five-seater saloon. Here the manufacturer has provided for the presence of options such as:
- electric power steering;
- electronic parking brake;
- LED headlights and DRL;
- start-stop system;
- aluminum 19-inch wheels;
- Cruise control;
- power windows front and rear;
- heated front seats;
- central locking with remote control;
- front fog lights;
- standard navigation system;
- separate climate control;
- rear view camera;
- keyless entry system to the salon;
- button to start the engine;
- multifunctional steering wheel;
- incomplete spare wheel;
- multimedia system with 12, 3-inch touch screen;
- audio system for 6 speakers;
- tire pressure monitoring system;
- separate armrests front and rear;
- salon mirror with anti-reflective coating;
- heated and electrically operated exterior mirrors.
Separately, it is worth mentioning that the manufacturer has included many security systems in the equipment of Chery Exeed VX 2022, as well as a lot of electronic assistants for the driver.
Starlight
This is a more interesting model to buy, since it is available to the future car owner in two versions with 1, 6 and 2.0-liter power units. Such a car costs 2,011,000 and 2,112,000 rubles, respectively. Also, for this crossover, richer equipment is provided, including options such as an electric drive for the driver's seat, a standard DVR, adaptive cruise control, a panoramic roof, and a wireless charger in the cabin.
Xingyao
The first variant of the Chinese, available in an all-wheel drive version with a 2.0-liter power unit. For such a model, a potential buyer will have to pay 2,246,000 rubles. The equipment of the crossover included such additional options as a monitoring system for "blind" zones, a digital dashboard, a seven-seater interior, customizable decorative lighting, lane keeping, separate dual-zone climate control.
Star core
Pre-top equipment of a crossover with a 2.0-liter engine and front-wheel drive, equipped with a seven-seater cabin. A potential buyer will have to pay for such a car 2,302,000 rubles. In the equipment of the model, the manufacturer has included such additional options as front parking sensors, three-zone separate climate control, adaptive cruise control, a collision warning system with other cars.
Star
Four-wheel drive seven-seater configuration of the Chery Exeed VX 2022 model with a 2.0-liter engine, for which a potential buyer will have to pay 2,570,000 rubles. In this variation, the cross is equipped with such additional options as an automatic parking system, 20-inch alloy wheels, a wireless charger in the cabin.
Options and prices (for the Chinese market)
| # | Equipment | Cost, rub. | Power, max., H.p. (kW) at rpm | Max. speed, km / h | Transmission | Drive unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1.958.000 | 197 / 145 / 5500 | 180 | DCT (Dual Clutch Robot) | Front |
| 2 | 2 | 2.074.000 | 197 / 145 / 5500 | 180 | DCT (Dual Clutch Robot) | Front |
| 3 | 3 | 1.958.000 | 197 / 145 / 5500 | 180 | DCT (Dual Clutch Robot) | Front |
| 4 | 4 | 2.074.000 | 197 / 145 / 5500 | 180 | DCT (Dual Clutch Robot) | Front |
Safety
When choosing a car, many potential buyers pay close attention to such a point as vehicle safety. In this regard, the Chinese premium crossover CheryExeed VX boasts not only rich equipment and a variety of systems, but also a well-developed body, which is designed for serious accidents and can fully protect the driver and passengers as a result of an accident. We must pay tribute that, according to the results of the tests carried out according to the Asian system, this SUV scored high rates and earned a five-star rating.
Handling and off-road performance
The Chinese car CheryExeed VX, in general, feels great both on paved roads and off-road. Of course, we are not talking about a frame SUV. However, the car quite confidently copes with obstacles in its path. This applies to the all-wheel drive versions of the Chinese. Front-wheel drive models are focused on a comfortable ride in urban environments and on highways. Here, the car owner will be able to fully enjoy the comfort and equipment of the vehicle, which has numerous electronic assistants, which allows the driver to relax while driving.
Advantages and disadvantages
In order to make it easier for motorists to make a decision to buy this crossover, it is worth highlighting its main advantages, which include the following:
- the use of more affordable AI-92 gasoline;
- compliance with the requirements of the Euro-6 standard;
- rich technical equipment;
- ultra-modern appearance;
- luxurious interior design;
- impressive dynamics and handling;
- good off-road performance.
It is also impossible to ignore some obvious shortcomings when reviewing a car. In particular, one can single out not the most impressive motors for a premium car.
Design
The indisputable advantage of the Chinese is its luxurious appearance, which attracts attention when driving in traffic. The crossover looks stylish, impressive and brutal, and besides, it is distinguished by individuality. Of course, there is some similarity with the Japanese premium SUV Toyota Land Cruiser 200, but it is minimal. As for the interior, it is completely designed in such a way as to fully meet the expectations of the car of the future. There are a lot of high-tech elements inside. In addition, the most successful location of the key management components can be identified.
Sales start
The spacious seven-seater CheryExeed VX crossover is still considered a novelty in the automotive market. This car was announced in the Middle Kingdom several years ago, and its free sales started in 2020. Now the Chinese in the first generation is available only on the home market, but the manufacturer does not plan to limit itself to this. At the moment, it is known that this car will soon be presented in Russia, but there is no exact information about when exactly this will happen. It is possible that the first production variants will go on sale in 2022.
Competitors
CheryExeed VX has plenty of rivals, but among the general mass I would like to highlight the most interesting options, namely:
- Kia Sorento;
- Hyundai Santa Fe;
- Toyota Highlander;
- Mazda CX-9.