Why do we need a buggy ? It can satisfy human beings' original desire to explore nature, travel through the vast Gobi Desert, climb over mountain peaks, and see scenery that others cannot see. Life is like a journey. We must find ways to make this journey comfortable. In a real journey, off-road vehicles are reliable vehicles. In order to be comfortable, some of the products must be developed towards high-end to make the vehicle functions comprehensive and balanced. . After more than thirty years of development, the high-end off-road vehicle market has become stable and mature. At this time, a vehicle produced by our own brand has successfully stirred up the market...
Tank 500, as an "integration of the latest technology of fuel vehicle products in the 21st century" ", its appearance is by no means accidental. Without the foreshadowing of its predecessors, it would not be what it is today. From a historical perspective, the Tank 500 owes a lot to these cars.
[ Land Cruiser , once synonymous with high-end off-road vehicles]
Early off-road vehicles were representatives of "rough". In order to ensure off-road mobility, off-road vehicles in the war years did not even have roofs. Later, The off-road vehicles that are gradually becoming popular among civilians are also shoddily manufactured and have no comfort at all. For Chinese people, it was not until the import of the Toyota Land Cruiser LC80 in the 1990s that we truly realized that off-road vehicles can also be luxurious and comfortable.
LC80 was the latest product of the Toyota Land Cruiser car series at that time. The non-load-bearing body ensured the strength and resistance of the entire vehicle. The four-wheel spiral spring suspension can be said to be much more comfortable than the previous leaf spring suspension. The number of vehicles has also increased. The automatic transmission and transfer case , full-time four-wheel drive system and optional front and rear differential locks give it top off-road performance. The large amount of fabric materials in the interior reflects the exquisite workmanship of Japanese cars at that time, and the car feels more like home. The first generation LX450 luxury off-road vehicle of Lexus came from the LC80.
LC80 left a good impression on the common people with its advanced technology, stability and durability. It is about to enter the 21st century, and the LC100 is released. This car is more global and was also made domestically by FAW Toyota in 2003. The vehicle size is further increased compared to the LC80, and the overall The design of the car is more modern. For the first time, a front double-wishbone independent suspension is used on the chassis, which further emphasizes its comfort. The vehicle also adds an electronically controlled suspension soft and hard system and a suspension adaptive height control system. Electronic system, LC100's off-road capabilities have not been weakened too much. On the Lexus LX470, the large number of wooden wood and leather decorations in the car explain what luxury is.
As for the LC200, the Land Cruiser can be said to be the embodiment of "perfection". Various versions around the world fully prove its success. The new powertrain and electronic control system ensure both long-distance and off-road capabilities, KDSS The system is a black technology in the vehicle, and the interior is also fully high-end and luxurious, not to mention the LX570, which is at least more luxurious than the LC200. The Land Cruiser series stabilized the image of high-end off-road vehicles in China until it was discontinued. It has high consumer recognition and fast market circulation. It is one of the most well-known products in high-end off-road vehicles.
[ Range Rover /Discovery, the symbol of nobility among off-road vehicles]
The Range Rover and Discovery series first entered the country in the early 21st century. As a brand specializing in SUVs, Land Rover models have always maintained their pure off-road capabilities. Ability, but also quite accomplished in creating luxury. Their arrival made domestic consumers realize that European cars (Britain was still part of Europe at that time) were high-end, with tough and domineering appearance, luxurious and exquisite interiors, and countless configurations. Consumers who could consume them became a symbol of successful people. At that time, Land Rover belonged to the BMW Group. The vehicle's power performance and workmanship were more refined than Japanese cars, and it became a symbol of nobility in off-road vehicles.
However, Land Rover's later Range Rover and Discovery gradually canceled the non-load-bearing body, and the front and rear suspensions also used the more comfortable independent suspension . Although the equipped air suspension can raise the body very high, the electronic control system It can make off-roading easy and controllable, but the high price of the vehicle and the cost of accessories have made Land Rover less and less relevant to off-roading. Although it has strong off-road capabilities, the label of "high-end SUV" has become deeply ingrained, and more and more people of consumers use Land Rover for transportation in the city, but now almost no one drives Land Rover for off-roading.
[ Mercedes-Benz G-Class , the king of high-end off-road vehicles]
As the originator of cars, Mercedes-Benz has the highest status, and the G-Class represents Mercedes-Benz's highest technology in the off-road world. At the beginning of the 21st century, the W463 Mercedes-Benz G-Class officially entered domestic sales. The classic square box shape for half a century made it look extremely hardcore, with the Mercedes-Benz logo shining and the V8 engine resonating low.
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class at that time was not considered "luxury" because it was too pure, and the front and rear hard axles were still not comfortable at all. The square box shape also limited the space inside the car. Compared with the Land Rover and Toyota and other off-road vehicles of the same period, car, V8, three locks, and Mercedes-Benz logo are its plus points.
As the Land Rover Range Rover/Discovery gradually becomes a passenger, and the Toyota Land Cruiser faces the discontinuation of production, the replacement of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class in 2018 will fully reflect the versatility of the G-Class, including interior ambient lights, Dalian screens, leather components, metal The decorative panels all reflect the nobility of Mercedes-Benz. At the same time, the appearance and technology of the vehicle have become technological. The front suspension is no longer a hard axle, and the classics of three locks and V8 are all retained. Until now, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the absolute leader in off-road vehicles. Top students, products are in short supply and prices have basically reached the ceiling of off-road vehicles.
With the implementation of National VI emissions, many Japanese classic off-road vehicles cannot continue to be sold in China because they cannot pass the emission standards. The high-end off-road vehicles mentioned above also have a common problem - high prices. The starting price of the Range Rover is over one million, and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is close to the level of 2 million. Products such as the Land Cruiser and LX570 are also hard to find, so the actual selling price of the vehicles is also much higher than the guide price. Off-road vehicles that are not that expensive are generally not luxurious enough and are rough in various ways. They are really unsatisfactory for home use. Having talked about so many imported off-road vehicles and mentioned our domestic brands, in fact some models have also been struggling to make progress in recent years. Since there is no off-road vehicle on the market that is both high-end and cheap, why can't we build one ourselves? Woolen cloth?
[ Tank 300, Chinese brand high-end off-road vehicle]
Tank 300 is definitely the beginning of high-end off-road vehicles in the new era. I still remember that when the Tank 300 was launched, the price of around 200,000 yuan caused a sensation in the entire off-road vehicle market. At that time, I drove a Tank 300 test car on the street. When I stopped at a traffic light intersection, I always received attention. Occasionally, the owner of the car in the lane next to me would lower the window and ask me how the car was. The price of the Tank 300 Sheng is within the range that is generally acceptable to the public, and it also breaks the common problems of discomfort and lack of luxury in off-road vehicles of Chinese independent brands in the early years, instantly allowing more people to own an off-road vehicle. car dream.
Tank 300 has a retro appearance and is the square box shape that everyone likes. The interior leather, ambient lights, metal rivets, etc. are luxurious and wild enough. The Dalian in-screen car system is very smart and has all the auxiliary driving functions. This is the first off-road vehicle in the past. Very rare in cars. The front double wishbone and rear integral axle suspension are essential configurations for the hard-core off-road vehicle . The front and rear differential locks and part-time four-wheel drive also ensure passing ability. The sound insulation performance of the vehicle is not affected by its appearance. It got bad. With the success of the Tank 300, the Tank brand came into being. At this time, China's high-end off-road vehicles are basically equated with Great Wall Motors .
[Tank 500, integrating the advantages of all parties, self-developed high-end power, creating a new category of luxury business off-road]
cannot do without the paving the way of its predecessors. China's independent brand has now reached another peak, which is Tank 500.Today, when new energy vehicles are popular, the Tank brand has independently developed a brand new 3.0T+9AT high-end powertrain and applied it to the Tank 500. Now we also have a bargaining chip to compete with many imported off-road vehicles. The image of China's automobile industry has been improved.
Tank 500 combines various advantages of its predecessors. In terms of off-road electronic control technology, the multi-terrain mode four-wheel drive system and expert mode allow the on-board computer to adjust in many modes, such as tank U-turn, off-road creeping, steep slope descent, etc. Off-roading has become simple; in terms of powertrain, the 3.0T V6 engine is the heart of off-road vehicles. Almost all high-end off-road vehicles on the market have large-displacement multi-cylinder engines. Now we also have such a set of power;
In smart In terms of cars and smart driving, Chinese brands have always done well here. The rich application software and localized design of cars and machines are unmatched by imported models. The assisted driving function reduces the fatigue of long-distance driving, and the active safety is better. Effectively improve the safety level of the vehicle; in terms of design, the chrome decoration and the square and powerful lines of the vehicle add a sense of modern luxury. Both the sports version and the business version have good visual appearance. There is a lot of leather in the car, metal texture buttons, The crystal gear lever, central clock, brand audio, etc. are the embodiment of luxury. The entire vehicle is as sophisticated as a luxury car. The seats are thickly padded and have all the functions of heating, ventilation, and massage. This also makes it quite popular in the off-road car circle. The price/performance ratio is basically unmatched.
Tank 500 demonstrates business luxury when driving in the city, and has strong technical guarantee for running wild outdoors, interpreting the new concept that off-road vehicles can be both luxurious and intelligent.
[Tank 500, a new definition of high-end off-road vehicles in the new era]
The birth of Tank 500 has raised the image of Chinese cars and defined high-end off-road vehicles in the new era. It breaks the traditional rules and ensures luxury at a very affordable price without sacrificing off-road capability. The self-developed powertrain, vehicle engine system, and driving assistance configuration are the application of the achievements of Great Wall Motor Group's previous deep market cultivation and technical reserves. It tells the world with its progress in strength that China's manufacturing has reached a new height and that China's independent brand cars have ushered in a new stage. .
The ancients said, "You can't reach a thousand miles without taking small steps." No one can succeed casually. The blockbuster of the Tank 500 has added a high-end Chinese independent brand off-road vehicle to the world, with light luxury routes, hard-core off-roading, and affordable prices. expensive. I think this is the new definition of high-end off-road vehicles in the new era.
