Recently, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of its founding, ZTE Automobile, which is the same age as the Republic, has added another fighter-the 1.5T Weihu off-road model will be officially launched for sale, with a starting price of only 69,800 yuan. This facelift model launched by ZTE Motors, while continuing the design and many advantages of the Granville off-road version, the high-performance 1.5T National VI b engine has become the biggest highlight.
In addition, compared with products of the same level, this product also has “hanging” advantages in terms of chassis, configuration, loading, and quality assurance. When the flagship product of the pickup truck family meets the price range of 60,000 yuan, this new National VI b car is fully capable of carrying the banner of “practical pickup truck model” with its super high cost performance.
National VI b standard in place in one step
Starting from July 1, the 2019 competition among car companies has officially entered the second half. 15 provinces and cities across the country have officially implemented the national sixth-stage motor vehicle emission standards, which put forward higher requirements for automotive products. However, this is just the beginning: in 2023, the national six-b standard will fully replace the national six-a transition plan , This test for car companies will be more stringent.
From the standard requirements in the figure above, we can see that many parameters of China VIA are the same as those of China V. And China VI b, which all manufacturers must implement after 4 years at most, is the real China VI standard. In terms of limit requirements, China VI b is much stricter than China VI a and even China V standards. Taking carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons as an example, under the WLTP cycle conditions, the current values of the above two emissions required by China 6b are 500mg/km and 50mg/km respectively, which are only half of the China 5 standard. In addition, non-methane The indicators of nitrogen oxides and nitrogen oxides are only a little over half of the National V standard. It seems that it is not an exaggeration to call it half. In addition, the National VI standard also adds two consideration indicators of nitrous oxide and particle count.
On the occasion of the arrival of the National Sixth Standard, ZTE Motor actively responded to the national call for energy conservation and emission reduction, and carried out forward-looking layout and technical reserves in research and development capabilities. The engine meets the National VI-b emission standard in one step, and continues to maintain its leading edge in the pickup truck market.
Strong power, fuel saving and environmental protection
In addition to meeting the stringent emission standards, the power unit of the new model also shows powerful data: the maximum horsepower reaches 163, the maximum torque reaches 215 Nm, and the most amazing thing is the aggressiveness of the turbocharger intervention – the peak torque Output comes on early at 1700 rpm and stays strong until 4500 rpm. In addition, the fuel economy of this engine is also very good, with a fuel consumption of 8.7 liters per 100 kilometers under working conditions. According to the test of ZTE Automobile simulating actual application scenarios, under the condition of a load of 500 kilograms, the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers of county roads and mountain roads is only 9.1L.
Because it is a VVT engine, it naturally has the characteristics of high power and low fuel consumption; the noise is lower after the silent timing chain is adopted, and it is maintenance-free for life; the integrated timing cover, integrated water pump, oil pump and engine mount make the Its structure is more compact; the plastic intake manifold with light weight and optimized intake flow further reduces frictional pressure loss; and the expansion connecting rod improves the positioning accuracy of the rod and cover to ensure the assembly quality. In a word, this 1.5T engine has sufficient power, low noise, high reliability, good durability, fuel economy and environmental protection.
Solid and professional off-road chassis
Brand-new 1.5T Weihu off-road version model, professional off-road chassis adjusted by internationally renowned company, adopts the perfect design of internationally popular long wheelbase + wide wheelbase, “two vertical and nine horizontal” trapezoidal frame, left/right longitudinal beam section 20mm higher and 38mm wider, the overall rigidity of the frame is increased by 15%, the ground clearance is 205mm, the driving stability is good, the head does not tilt when fully loaded, the passability is good, the turning roll is small, and various complex road conditions such as mountain roads and high speeds are easy response.
Rich configuration and great value for money
As the original model exported to Australia, the exterior of this product includes lens headlights, daytime running lights, stainless steel pedals, guardrails, integrated large wheel arches, 235 large tires, and reversing radar images; Touch electronic button screen, tire pressure monitoring and many other advanced configurations in one, SUV-style interior, beautiful silver accessories, fine workmanship, and “value for money”; safety configuration is also “one-time sufficient”, Germany Bosch 9.1 The highest version of 4-channel ABS+EBD system, 56.3% high-strength steel plate “cage” body design, one-piece stamped door, four-door anti-collision steel beam, dual airbags for main and co-drivers, three-point seat belts for all passengers, high-strength frame, anti-rollover Guardrails, etc. jointly build a “safety fortress”.
Longer cargo compartment for easy driving
In terms of body size, the 1.5T Weihu off-road version is equipped with a large cargo compartment of 1.9 meters, which is the longest among pickups of the same level and is 20 centimeters longer than competing models of the same level. The larger body and more loads naturally provide the basis for making more money, and the large cargo compartment does not tilt its head when fully loaded, the front wheels have good grip and braking, and the driving state is more stable when fully loaded .
Ultra-long warranty with multiple coverage
In order to make consumers feel more at ease, the 1.5T Weihu off-road version will provide a 3-year or 100,000-kilometer super-long warranty service for the entire vehicle, and more than 200 key systems from the entire vehicle to the engine, chassis, interior and exterior trim, electrical appliances, and air conditioning. Class parts, warranty coverage 87%. It far exceeds the warranty coverage of domestic brands and is synchronized with Australian service standards.
The ultra-high cost performance of the 1.5T Tiger off-road version is due to the excellent genes of ZTE Automobile’s “pickup family” and “off-road expert”. It is understood that in the 70 years of development, ZTE pickups have been well-known at home and abroad for their high performance and military quality. deep cooperation. Moreover, in export practice, it has been exported to dozens of countries such as Europe, America, and the Middle East, and has grown into the number one export brand in China.
It can be seen that this super cost-effective model positioned as a “model of practical pickup value” has outstanding advantages and is full of sincerity. For users with limited budgets and practicality first, high-performance pickups have become within reach. Small displacement can also hold up the family’s big dream. For ZTE Motors, the product layout in market segments is more abundant, and new products form a combination array with previously launched products, which can better meet the diversified needs of the market.
