Bitauto original The development of China's auto market has been clearly divided into two groups. One group is the improvement group who trades in or purchases more. These consumers are more willing to choose less comprehensive but more segmented models; while the other group is still hard-working. New buyers who are striving to usher in the first car in their life or family need a comprehensive model with brand, space and affordability, and these consumers still account for half of the Chinese auto market. As for the former, it is relatively easy to choose because of its distinctive personality, while the latter requires a comprehensive comparison of details. The two-car comparison we bring today is between two brothers who have been rooted in the compact car market for many years. At their peak, their annual sales could reach 500,000 units, that is, the SAIC-Volkswagen Lavida and the FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar.

The models we selected today are the SAIC Volkswagen Lavida 300TSI dual-clutch Starry Sky Forever Edition (guide price: 151,900 yuan) and the FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar 280TSI dual-clutch Transcendence LITE version (guide price: 154,900 yuan). The price difference is about 4,000 yuan, and the prices are still relatively close.

Designed by the same family, details reflect style

First of all, in terms of appearance, both cars are compact family sedans. They also adopt Volkswagen's family-style design in appearance. The overall style is very similar. However, there are some differences in the design details of the two cars. .

The most obvious difference in appearance is the grille. Both cars use a hexagonal grille with an upper and lower layered design on the front face. However, the Lavida uses a starry sky front face design with dot-like metal embellishments. The black painted bottom will look more modern. In addition, the front face of the Lavida will have more grid-like designs, such as the inside of the front grille and the front surround, which do not use too many horizontal lines.

The Sagitar is different. The overall temperament is relatively calm. Both the grille and the front surround are horizontal and vertical.of.

Coming to the side, the overall body size of the Sagitar will be larger than that of the Lavida. The length, width and height of the Lavida are 4678/1806/1474mm, while the Sagitar is 4791/1801/1465mm. From the parameter point of view, the Sagitar is longer, but the Lavida The ride height is higher.

Both cars have obvious waistlines on the sides. The Lavida runs from the front to the rear of the car, while the Sagitar has a double waistline design. The former visually brings a stronger sense of dive and movement. The latter is relatively calm.

In terms of rims and tires, both cars are equipped with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, and both adopt relatively special shapes. Lavida’s sophisticated fancy edge aluminum alloy wheels are matched with black and silver two-color wheels. The color matching and exquisiteness are very online. In terms of tires, the Lavida is given a tire size of 225/45 R17, while the Sagitar is 205/55 R17. The Lavida's tires are wider and have more grip.

Overall, the differences between the two cars in appearance design are small, but the differences in details lead to different visual perceptions of the two cars: the Lavida is younger and more fashionable, while the Sagitar is relatively calm.

Lavida focuses on technology and intelligent experience, Sagitar Space has a slight advantage

The difference in interior design is smaller than the difference in appearance. Both cars adopt the current Volkswagen family-style interior, whether it is the size of the central control screen, the shape of the steering wheel, or the layout of various physical buttons. Consistent, of course, there are still some differences in details.

The multi-function steering wheels of both cars are standard and have the same steering wheel style, with some flat-bottom designs. Here, the SAIC-Volkswagen Lavida 300TSI dual-clutch Starry Sky Forever Edition uses a leather steering wheel, while the FAW-Volkswagen The Sagitar 280TSI dual-clutch Transcendence Lite version is made of imitation leather. The leather steering wheel has fine texture and feels better in the hand.

Both the Lavida and Sagitar are equipped with Volkswagen's MOS 4.0 in-car system, and both are equipped with 12-inch central control screens in terms of hardware. Visually, the Lavida's screen size seems larger and flatter, which is mainly the Lavida's. The MENU button area is larger. I think the Lavida is better than the Sagitar in this regard, because the large MENU button is more convenient to click accurately while driving.

There is no difference between the two cars in terms of smart functions. They both support 4G in-vehicle network and conventional navigation, music, and Bluetooth functions. At the same time, they also support Baidu’s CarLife and Apple’s CarPlay in terms of expansion capabilities. The latter This is what many consumers value, and the experience on these two cars is similar.

However, compared to the Sagitar, Lavida supports in-vehicle OTA upgrades and in-vehicle WiFi hotspot functions, which also means that vehicles may have more functional expansion in the future.

In terms of internal seating space, the Sagitar has a wheelbase of 2731mm, while the Lavida has a wheelbase of 2688mm.

Same price, 1.5T or 1.4T?

The next step is the more important difference between the two cars, which is the powertrain part.

For ordinary consumers, I think they can focus on this part before making a car purchase decision. The main reason is that the Lavida terminal currently offers quite sincere discounts. Under the same budget, the Lavida can choose a higher-end car. Powertrain version.

The Lavida and Sagitar have been active in the Chinese market for many years. They currently offer three engine options, namely the 1.2T engine codenamed DLS that we are already very familiar with, the 1.4T engine codenamed EA211-DSB + 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission box and the 1.5T engine that entered China last year with the codename EA211-DSV.

Since the overall guide price of the Sagitar will be much higher than that of the Lavida, consumers can choose different engine versions under the same budget, but the gearboxes all use a 7-speed dry dual-clutch.

Based on the budget of less than 150,000 yuan we compared today, for example, you can already choose the 300TSI version of Lavida, which is a model equipped with a 1.5T engine; while the Sagitar can only buy a 1.4T model.

So for ordinary consumers, this new model of SAIC Volkswagen LavidaWhat is the difference in actual use between the 1.5T engine and the Sagitar's 1.4T engine?

First look at the book parameters. The maximum power of the 1.4T engine is 110 kilowatts/150 horsepower and the peak torque is 250N·m (1750-3000rpm), while the 1.5T Although the EVO engine still uses the code name of EA211, the bore and cylinder spacing are the same as the 1.4T engine, but the piston stroke has been increased to 85.9mm, the displacement has also been upgraded, and the power has increased by 10 horsepower in terms of book parameters, and the torque remains the same. Still 250N·m (1750-4000rpm).

Of course, the torque level of 250N·m is adjusted with full consideration of the load-carrying capacity of the Volkswagen DQ200 dry dual-clutch. From the parameters, we can also find that its peak torque platform has been increased from 1750-3000rpm of 1.4T to 1750-4000rpm. , the maximum torque output speed will be wider than before.

Having said the parameters, in terms of driving experience, the power output of the SAIC Volkswagen Lavida 1.5T model is more durable, and there is a good response when you tap the accelerator. With the mature dual-clutch gearbox, it can give smooth power output characteristics. .

In addition, the Lavida and Sagitar also have differences in suspension. The Lavida uses a front MacPherson independent suspension and a rear torsion beam non-independent suspension, while the Sagitar uses a front MacPherson/rear multi-link independent suspension. .

So actually looking at it this way, you should have some idea of ​​how to choose between the two cars. The SAIC-Volkswagen Lavida has a younger appearance and some fashionable design details. Within the same budget, you can choose the higher-level power of the Lavida. version, which is obviously more attractive to young consumers.

Finally, let’s take a look at the SAIC Volkswagen Lavida 300TSI dual-clutch Starry Sky Forever Edition (guide price: 151,900 yuan) and the FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar 280TSI dual-clutch Transcendence Lite version (guide price: 151,900 yuan) with a budget of 150,000 yuan. 154,900 yuan) The configuration differences between these two versions.

Passive safety configurations and conventional comfort configurations are both adequate. Now I will mainly talk about the different configurations. This area mainly focuses on three parts: driving assistance functions, commonly used practical configurations, and some comfort configurations with upgraded experience.

First of all, in terms of driving assistance functions, the SAIC Volkswagen Lavida 300TSI dual-clutch Starry Sky Forever Edition will have many more functions, such as ACC adaptive cruise function, forward collision warning and emergency braking functions, lane keeping and lane departure warning functions, etc. The FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar 280TSI dual-clutch Transcend Lite version only has a cruise control function. In this part, I think active safety is important for both new and experienced drivers.Of course, the more configurations, the better.

In terms of commonly used practical configurations, Lavida also has certain advantages, such as front seat heating function, electric adjustment of the main driver's seat, rain-sensing wipers, dual-temperature zone automatic air conditioning, and car air purifier. The configurations are all ones we often use, but the Sagitar 280TSI dual-clutch Transcendence Lite version is not equipped.

The second is some configurations that upgrade the experience. In this regard, both cars have their own advantages and disadvantages. The Sagitar is equipped with a panoramic sunroof, 10-color ambient lighting in the car, and more USB interfaces that the Lavida does not have. However, the Lavida The addition of a more technological 10.25-inch full LCD digital instrument and APP remote control function makes it more technological and intelligent. More importantly, the Lavida's advantageous configuration will make the experience even better and more cost-effective.

Full text summary: In fact, from the perspective of the distribution of design and configuration, we can obviously feel that Lavida will be more biased towards young people. Within the same price, Lavida has raised the priority of power, design and configuration. Compared with The Sagitar is more "old school", lacking some youthful elements in appearance, and also falls behind in terms of configuration. Generally speaking, the cost performance of Lavida will be higher. After all, the price of the Sagitar, the model we chose for comparison, will be 4,000 yuan more expensive. If the final price is implemented, the price gap will be even greater, but Lavida can choose a better engine, more With advanced configuration and more fashionable appearance design, the price/performance ratio is extremely outstanding.

Finally, Lavida has also recently offered a very attractive preferential policy. From now until September 30, 2023, if you order the 2023 model of SAIC Volkswagen Lavida Star Edition, you can enjoy a comprehensive discount of up to 30,000 yuan, and up to 2 0 interest rate per year, "5 million + 1" old Lavida car owners who successfully promote new cars will each receive 800 yuan worth of V beans* (if the recommender is not an old SAIC Volkswagen car owner, then the "5 million + 1" old Lavida car owners can share the V-beans worth 800 yuan equivalent with new car owners who push new V-beans worth 300 yuan). If the car owners successfully push the new car, they will each get the benefits of V-beans worth 300 yuan equivalent. (For details, please contact your local SAIC Volkswagen dealer)

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