Bitche Original As the epidemic sweeps across the country, SUVs only achieved retail sales of 460,000 units in April, a year-on-year decrease of 43.8% and a month-on-month decrease of 47.3%. Compared with the 872,000 units in March, the sales volume was almost halved. Although the market performance was not satisfactory. , but let’s look at it from another angle, also It shows that before the impact of the epidemic, the popularity of SUV models can be imagined. Its sales volume during the same period was even worse than that of sedans. The new Roewe Chinchilla that was actually shot this time is a car targeted at young people. The user's compact SUV is also Roewe's first HEV model. So, can the new Roewe Chinchilla (hereinafter referred to as "My Neighbor Totoro") be able to carve out a niche in this red ocean market? We look for clues from real photos.
It is reported that the new Roewe Chinchilla will be launched on May 20. As a hybrid SUV, the biggest highlight of the Chinchilla is that it is based on a hybrid architecture and is equipped with a hybrid system composed of a 1.5L engine and an electric motor. , maximum power It is 88kW (120Ps), and the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers under NEDC operating conditions is only 4L. Compared with the 4.9L comprehensive fuel consumption per 100 kilometers of the WEY Latte DHT and Honda CR-V hybrid versions, it is also far superior to other models in the same class. . So next, we will learn more about the new car.
All Totoro series are available in 5 body colors, including Snowball White, Smart Green, Ballet Pink and Velvet Gold (Smart Green, Ballet Pink and Velvet Gold car colors must be obtained through Roewe’s personalized color changing film service. Car owners need to After purchasing the car, place an order on the Roewe APP), and the actual model uses a color called Baby Blue, which is the "Baby Blue" that we often see on high-end models, and in my opinion, this is a color for men and women. One-size-fits-all color scheme.
The front face of Totoro feels very fashionable and dynamic. Black trim panels are added to the inside of the borderless grille and the lower bumper. This contrasting color treatment is very pleasing.
The length, width and height of Totoro are 4440/1810/1634mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2625mm. It has a standard compact SUV body. However, as a hybrid model, due to the addition of electric motors, the internal space of Totoro will definitely be affected to a certain extent. .
The addition of blackened exterior rearview mirrors and body-colored door handles also makes the side of Totoro look more fashionable and dynamic.
It is worth mentioning that Totoro’s interior offers two styles of color matching, namely mocha black and fantasy gray.Corresponding to the sporty vitality and fresh and natural interior atmosphere respectively; in addition to the use of colors and materials, the biggest highlight of Totoro's interior is undoubtedly the dual 12.3-inch screens. It is reported that this dual screen adopts fully bonded technology and IPS panel technology, combined with ultra-narrow screen borders and rich screen colors, to elevate the technological atmosphere of the Totoro cockpit to a new level.
In terms of auxiliary driving functions, in addition to the commonly used ACC adaptive cruise function, Totoro also has auxiliary driving functions such as autonomous cruise on highways and automatic following on congested roads to maximize the workload of the driver; in addition, with its high-definition With 360° panoramic images, Totoro can also help users eliminate blind spots when reversing.
The conventional storage space in the Totoro car is pretty good, in line with the standards of this class. What is most commendable is that there is a separate storage space in the channel under the front center console, and a There are USB interfaces and 12V power interfaces, so there is no problem in charging multiple mobile phones, which meets the rigid needs of today's young users.
It is worth mentioning that the Totoro is equipped with an E-CVT hybrid transmission with a true CVT structure. Through the smooth shifting of the global continuously variable transmission and the flexible connection between the engine and the electric motor, the Totoro can bring The driving experience is extremely smooth and seamless, and its NVH performance has also been improved accordingly.
It is worth mentioning that Totoro has also added a new identity for car owners - "adopter", and in terms of after-sales service, Roewe will also provide one-to-one exclusive services for Totoro owners, and provide efficient and fast We will develop solutions locally and give full play to the advantages of Roewe’s after-sales service system to bring a more distinguished car experience to car owners.
Editor's comment: In terms of comprehensive product strength, Totoro's biggest advantage lies in its unique appearance and hybrid system. Compared with competing products at the same level, such as WEY Latte DHT and Honda CR-V For models such as hybrid versions, Totoro has even more advantages in terms of comprehensive fuel consumption. At the same time, these models also have the advantage of being granted a green license plate, which can help users save considerable license fees in first-tier cities. Therefore, if the pricing after launch is reasonable, combined with Roewe's sales system and the continued rise of new energy models, I believe that Totoro can achieve good market results.