I have 150,000 yuan and want to buy a compact car with personality. Although there are many such cars in the Chinese auto market, they basically cannot escape the styling. Problems such as uniformity and serious homogeneity of design. If you add in the needs of large space, high configuration and high cost performance, you will filter out a group. If you want a unique appearance and outstanding sports, then you really need to think about it carefully. However, with the launch of SAIC-Volkswagen Lingdu L, I think the above problems can be easily solved.
Lingdu L’s appearance is very individual and sporty, and this is by no means just an idea on paper, the whole series comes standard with frameless The car doors are the best proof. In addition, Lingdu L, which is built on the MQB Evo platform, has a big upgrade in terms of space, which will make its interior seating space more spacious. With the hatchback tailgate shape, the luggage compartment performance is also better than that of traditional three-wheel drive vehicles. Van utilization is higher. In addition, there is also a suspended dual screen that is also standard in all series. I believe that the moment you sit in the Lingdu L car, this kind of multimedia configuration will definitely make your heart beat. Finally, don’t forget the blessing of the 1.4T engine. It can be said that it has all the configurations expected in current models of the same class, and it also has its own characteristics. As Volkswagen's other leading domestic compact car, the Sagitar, it is also equipped with a 1.4T engine and the vehicle size is almost the same. So which of these two cars is more suitable for young people?
The protagonists we chose this time are all entry-level models, all priced at over 150,000, Lingdu L 280TSI hot version ( The price of Sagitar 280TSI Leap Edition (hereinafter referred to as Sagitar) is 153,500 yuan. Compared with the guide price of Sagitar, it is more expensive. So will its performance be more pleasing? Let’s compare them in detail below.
Appearance comparison: Lingdu L has eye-catching frameless doors, while the Sagitar has a decent design
After the replacement, the appearance of Lingdu L can be said to have undergone earth-shaking changes. If you block the middle With the Volkswagen logo, I think it’s hard to guess its Volkswagen identity. The front face design of Lingdu L is different from the Volkswagen family-style fuel vehicle design. The lower grille is larger in size and cancels the traditional upper grille shape. Together with the through-type light strip in the middle, it is more like the Volkswagen ID. Family style. Does this surprise you? The appearance of the Sagitar is still the original Volkswagen style, and the split grille is familiar to everyone. If I were to choose, the Lingdu L grille style looks more personalized and more in line with my preferences.
In terms of lighting configuration, all Lingdu L series are equipped with full LED headlights, LED daytime running lights and automatic headlight functions. In addition, Rare rain and fog pattern. The Sagitar is also equipped with full LED headlights, but the automatic opening and closing function needs to be optional, and the rain and fog mode is also temporarily unavailable.
Coming to the side of the car body, the characteristics of the Lingdu L hatchback shape are vividly displayed, with smooth lines and a full and rounded overall shape. Of course, the most eye-catching thing is its frameless door. You must know that this is generally It is the "configuration" of a coupe, and the price is at least about 400,000 (for example, the BMW 3 Series GT). But now, you can own a Lingdu L for about 150,000. Doesn't it feel like a bargain? When you open the car door, I believe the people around you will be attracted by this design, because it will really make your car look unique. The side design of the Sagitar is relatively upright and tough, which is in line with the consistent characteristics of Volkswagen models. The double waistline design makes the entire side look very smooth, atmospheric and layered.
In line with the hatchback shape of the vehicle, the rear of the Lingdu L appears very compact, so it feels more flexible. Coupled with the through-type headlight shape, it not only increases the sense of layering, but also has the same purpose as its own Tiguan X. In terms of sports elements, Lingdu L is also not lacking. The small rear wing protruding from the upper edge of the tail and the two-sided exhaust shape decorated with metal trim strips are the best manifestations. The rear of the Sagitar is actually not lacking in sportiness, such as the duck tail, the virtual exhaust pipe with chrome trim, etc., but it is not as trendy compared to the Lingdu L.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height of Lingdu L are 4784/1831/1469mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2731mm. Same as Lingdu L, but the length, width and height are slightly smaller, respectively 4753/1800/1462mm. In terms of body color, Lingdu L has also become more personalized this time, and special color change services are provided. The 5 personalized colors include mustard green, ginger powder, ice blue, cardamom powder and juniper berry green , eliminating the hidden danger of changing your color.
Interior comparison: Lingdu L dual screen is more trendy, Sagitar layout is more traditional
Differences in appearance It reflects the different positioning of the two cars. In terms of interior, the Lingdu L follows Volkswagen's new family style starting from the seventh-generation Golf, while the Sagitar is still Volkswagen's more traditional design. Lingdu L adopts the currently very popular dual-screen shape, which brings a suspended center control screen, which not only makes the center console look more concise, but also increases the overall sense of technology, which is also found on some luxury models. Designs you can only see. Also worthy of attention are the touch-sensitive steering wheel buttons and electronic gear shifting mechanism, which are the latest elements of Volkswagen models. The interior of the Sagitar obviously doesn't have much new ideas. The central control screen is embedded in the center console. The air-conditioning control below is also a very common round knob control in Volkswagen models. Of course, the advantage is that the operation is very intuitive.
In terms of instrument panel, Lingdu L uses a 10.2-inch full The LCD instrument has nothing to say in terms of display effect and information richness; while the Sagitar isAlthough traditional pointer-type physical instruments can be optional, the cost will be additional.
In terms of central control, in addition to the design style we mentioned earlier, Ling The screen of Du L is 12 inches, and the vehicle system uses MOS 3.2 system, which supports functions such as CarPlay and gesture control. It can be said that these are very popular configurations at present. As for the Sagitar, the central control screen is only 8 inches, and its functions are relatively limited. Consumers can tell which one is higher and which one is lower at a glance.
Space comparison: The performance is about the same. The hatchback tailgate makes the Lingdu L more flexible.
In terms of space, let’s first look at the functions of the seats. First, let’s talk about the functions. In terms of materials, Lingdu L uses fabric seats, while the Sagitar is made of leather, so from a visual perspective, the Sagitar will appear more luxurious. In terms of functions, in addition to the conventional front and rear, height and angle adjustments, the Sagitar also adds waist adjustment. It must be said that this is its advantage.
In terms of space, in fact, when comparing the dimensions, we have found that the two cars are the same in terms of wheelbase, but the length, width and height are all the same. L is more dominant, so the spaciousness of Lingdu L is worth looking forward to. Judging from the actual performance, for an experiencer with a height of 170cm, Lingdu L has more than two punches of headroom in the front and rear rows, and more than two punches of rear legroom. Such space performance should not be able to accommodate a passenger with a height of 180cm. question. The space performance of the Sagitar is almost the same as that of the Lingdu L, especially in terms of rear legroom, which can reach more than two punches, allowing daily family members to travel without any pressure.
As for the luggage compartment, because Lingdu L is a hatchback design, the tailgate and rear windshield are integrated and open, so the luggage compartment The larger opening is more conducive to transporting large items. In addition, because the design is also very regular, the space utilization is higher, and the data reaches 523L. The seat can be folded down in a 4/6 ratio, and after folding it reaches an astonishing 1446L. You can imagine that with such a large space, even if you need to move in an emergency, you can still fully handle it. Relatively speaking, the performance of the Sagitar is more conventional, and the 553L is considered to be quite satisfactory.
Configuration comparison: Lingdu L has better comfort performance, and there is not much difference in safety configuration
Performance in multimedia On the road, Lingdu L has an inherent advantage. The central control screen is larger, so it looks more technological. In terms of other configurations, automatic wipers, automatic air conditioning with air purification function, and Type-C charging port are also unique to Lingdu L. However, in terms of safety, there is not much difference between the two, including tire pressure alarms, front airbags, side airbags, side curtain airbags, reversing radar, reversing imaging, etc. Both cars are equipped.
Power comparison: both are equipped with 1.4T engines, there is not much difference in driving experience
Because they are both models of the Volkswagen family, the power configuration of the two models is exactly the same. In MQB Built on the Evo platform, both Lingdu L and Sagitar are equipped with a 1.4T engine code-named EA211, with a maximum power of 110kW and a maximum torque of 250N·m. The transmission system is matched with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. However, in terms of gearbox operation, it is obvious that Lingdu L's electronic control method is more attractive to young consumers.
The advantage of the MQB Evo platform also lies in the suspension. The two cars It adopts the front MacPherson independent suspension and the rear multi-link independent suspension combination, which are leading in this class, especially the rear multi-link structure. Compared with the torsion beam semi-independent suspension used in the same class, this kind of The structure can provide better controllability while also taking into account certain ride comfort.
Editor’s comment: Although they are both mass brands, Lingdu L and Sagitar show different personalities and correspond to differentiated consumer groups. The most impressive thing about Lingdu L is its frameless doors and hatchback shape, which also sets it apart from cars in the same class, especially the frameless door design, which can be said to be the best in the 150,000 price range. It is unique among compact cars and is more suitable for consumer groups who pursue uniqueness. The performance of the Sagitar will appear to be more average. Through the reputation established by the Sagitar over the years, it not only has a certain degree of sportiness, but also has the space and cost-effectiveness that ordinary people value. And now by comparison, the performance of the Lingdu L is not bad either. So perhaps the biggest advantage of the Sagitar is the price, and the Lingdu L has just been launched, and the price is still relatively strong. If you are not in a hurry to buy a car, you might as well wait until the price of the Lingdu L comes down before you consider it. After all, I personally feel that frameless doors are Still very attractive.