The Tianyi C5 AIRCROSS introduced by Dongfeng Citroen is the brand's main means of competition in the domestic joint venture compact SUV market. However, according to data from the Passenger Car Association, the car only sold 60,000 units in May this year. A new car. And this sales situation is already at the bottom of the same type of joint venture products. Of course, to say that the sales of Tianyi C5 AIRCROSS has dropped to freezing point is certainly related to the frustration of the French brand, but on the other hand, it is also because Tianyi C5 AIRCROSS has not had any substantial facelift and upgrade for many years. Fortunately, Dongfeng Citroen, which is aware of the problem, has also recently completed the mid-term facelift process of Tianyi C5 AIRCROSS. It is reported that the new Tianyi C5 AIRCROSS will be named "Tianyi BEYOND" (hereinafter also referred to as the new Tianyi BEYOND), and will officially start pre-sale at 20:00 tonight.
Thanks to the approaching start of new car pre-sales, some netizens (the picture below is from @longjoe360) have taken pictures of the actual car arriving at the store. So, what adjustments does the new Tianyi BEYOND have? Let’s take a look.
In terms of appearance, although it is only a mid-term facelift model, the front face of the new Tianyi BEYOND has undergone relatively obvious changes. The front face of the new car is equipped with a design that is somewhat similar to a closed grille, and follows the LOGO to form a double-spoke structure, and incorporates gradient split headlights, a front surround with a multi-stage air intake layout, and a silver-gray front grille. The lips are not only full of movement, but also have a stronger sense of coordination.
Like most mid-term facelift models, the side profile of the new Tianyi BEYOND has not been greatly adjusted, but the new Chinese red paint, combined with the suspended roof structure and petal-shaped wheels, is enough to create a fashionable aesthetic. At the rear of the
car, the taillight cavity of the new car will change from the original four-section structure to a three-section structure, which can still show off its cool elements when highlighted. The stocky rear surround, coupled with the bilateral rectangular exhaust, can also continue to provide a sporty texture.
Turning to the inside of the car, the new Tianyi BEYOND no longer uses the design of the old model, replaced by a new family style similar to the Versailles C5 X. It is a combination of a full LCD instrument, a suspended central control screen and an electronic gear lever, which is used to create a richer technological atmosphere. The monochromatic all-black layout, coupled with the layout filled with a large number of soft materials, effectively brings a high-end style. In addition, the new car will also be upgraded with a new vehicle system.
In terms of space, the editor has not yet obtained the accurate size parameters of the new Tianyi BEYOND. However, judging from the status of its mid-term facelift model, the possibility of major adjustments is expected to be very small. As a result, its internal space performance should not be much different from the old model. In addition, as can be seen from the picture, the seats of the new car will be designed with leather and suede stitching for better riding comfort.
In terms of power, the new car will continue to provide two engine options, 1.6T and 1.8T, and both will be matched with an 8AT gearbox. In addition, the chassis structure of the new car is also a combination of front MacPherson independent suspension + rear torsion beam non-independent suspension.
Overall, as a mid-term facelift model, the new Tianyi BEYOND is relatively sincere in terms of interior/exterior design adjustments and partial configuration upgrades. If we can show sincerity in terms of price, at least the embarrassing situation of selling 60 units per month will probably not happen again, right?
