didn't know when it started, and more and more models named after PLUS, Pro, and MAX were named. Their appearance seems to indicate that the comprehensive product strength of the models has improved, and it is more worth choosing. However, when these suffixes appear after everyone's names, who is more sincere? Today we have found two new energy models with PLUS in the car name, AION Y (picture | configuration | inquiry) PLUS and Yuan PLUS (picture | configuration | inquiry), to see who is better?
To be fair, we chose the configuration under AION Y PLUS and Yuan PLUS, which are priced under 160,000 yuan, which is the 159,800 AION Y 2023 PLUS 70 technology version, which is a comprehensive comparison with the 157,800 yuan PLUS 2022 510KM flagship model. Next, let’s take a look at how these two cars perform.
(AION Y PLUS)
In terms of appearance, AION Y PLUS and meta PLUS are both players who show their own personality. In the front face area, both cars adopt a closed grille design, demonstrating their identity as the new energy vehicle . The difference is that the headlights of AION Y PLUS are vertically designed, and the internal light strips are diffuse, which looks extremely sharp. The headlights of Yuan PLUS are connected by a thick metal trim to outline the visual effect of the through-type. Therefore, the design of the two cars can be said to have their own characteristics.
(yuan PLUS)
On the side of the body, the AION Y PLUS looks quite sharp, with hidden door handles, wheel arches with strong metal texture, under door guard plates, and five-spoke wheels with strong mechanical feel, which shape the side of it into the shape of the mecha version, which is very recognizable. In contrast, the side of the body of the Yuan PLUS looks more conventional. The general outline of a traditional SUV is indeed not very interesting, but the rectangular whirlwind-shaped rims look very interesting, which is one of the few highlights on its side.
(AION Y PLUS)
(yuan PLUS)
Both models of the rear use a through-type taillight design, and are paired with a horizontal and straight rear surround, creating a good sense of layering. However, the taillights of AION Y PLUS are relatively slender, and the outline of the rear surround is also outlined by metal with matte texture, so they look simpler and more refined; the taillights of the Yuan PLUS are arc-shaped, and there is a slender silver trim above, while the surroundings below are the design of silver trim with plastic panels.
(AION Y PLUS)
enters the car. The interior of AION Y PLUS has strong ductility. The center console is spliced with multiple materials, and the overall look is still relatively regular. The 10.25-inch full LCD instrument panel is paired with a 14.6-inch floating central control large screen, which enhances the sense of technology in the car. In terms of UI design and and functions of the interface, AION Y PLUS also performs quite well. In addition to basic navigation, voice interaction and other functions, the car also has more than a thousand games such as King of Fighters and Final Fantasy, which is extremely playable.
(yuan PLUS)
yuan PLUS interior design is inspired by the gym, so when you look at it, there are many designs such as dumbbells and barbells, such as air conditioning air outlets, door handles, gear handles and even speakers on both sides. In addition, the center console of the Yuan PLUS also uses a corrugated design, which looks very artistic with the splicing of various materials. Compared with AION Y PLUS, the 12.8-inch central control screen and 5-inch LCD instrument look a little "stingy", but there are no flaws in the functions and information display, so it is still more practical. In the configuration of
, AION Y PLUS and meta PLUS perform well. Both cars are equipped with mainstream L2-level driving assistance functions, so they are equipped with functions such as lane departure warning, forward collision warning, active brake, lane keeping assist system , 540° panoramic image, full-speed adaptive cruise control and other functions; in addition, both cars, rear parking radar, keyless entry of the main driver, and wireless charging function of mobile phones are also equipped.On this basis, AION Y PLUS has more fatigue driving tips, co-pilot keyless entry, 32-color ambient lights and rain-induced wipers than AION Y PLUS; Yuan PLUS has more rear traffic warning, reversing vehicle side warning, DOW door opening warning, line parallel assistance, road traffic sign recognition, tire pressure display, front parking radar, steep slope descent, remote control of mobile vehicles and rear wipers.
(AION Y PLUS)
(yuan PLUS)
As for the seats, AION Y PLUS is equipped with ordinary seats wrapped in imitation leather, while Yuan PLUS is a sports-style seat wrapped in imitation leather. Due to the different shapes, the AION Y PLUS seats have more headrest adjustment function than those of the meta-PLUS. At the same time, the main driver's seats of both cars have electric adjustment functions, but on this basis, the main driver's seats of AION Y PLUS also support heating, ventilation and memory functions, so the comfort level will be better.
are also two compact SUV-level cars, and there is not much difference in size. In terms of AION Y PLUS, its length, width and height are 4535x1870x1650mm, and its wheelbase is 2750mm. In terms of PLUS, its length, width and height are 4455x1875x1615mm, and its wheelbase is 2720mm. Overall, AION Y PLUS has certain parameter advantages, but who will perform better must be known by the actual ride.
(AION Y PLUS)
(yuan PLUS)
We look at the actual riding of the experiencer with a height of 175cm. When riding in the main driving position and adjusting the seat to the most comfortable angle, there is a punch space left on both the AION Y PLUS and the Yuan PLUS. Keep the angle of the main driver's seat unchanged. After coming to the second row to ride, there will be four fingers and two fingers on the top of the head of AION Y PLUS and four fingers on the legs. Overall, AION Y PLUS does perform slightly better.
(AION Y PLUS)
(yuan PLUS)
core power output part, both AION Y PLUS and PLUS are equipped with front permanent magnet/ synchronous motor . Among them, the electric motor of AION Y PLUS has a maximum power of 150kW, the maximum torque of 225N·m, while the PLUS has a maximum power of 150kW and a maximum torque of 310N·m. From the perspective of parameters, the power output of PLUS is stronger. In terms of acceleration results of 0-100km/h, AION Y PLUS has not released specific data, while in terms of meta-PLUS, it is 7.3 seconds.
(AION Y PLUS)
(yuan PLUS)
battery and battery life part. AION Y PLUS is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate battery with a capacity of 63.98kWh and is equipped with a charging pile. Yuan PLUS is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate battery with a capacity of 60.48kWh, while charging piles need to be optional. In terms of pure electric range, both cars can achieve a range of 510 kilometers, which is the performance that new energy models of this price should have.
(AION Y PLUS)
Comparative summary:
After a comprehensive comparison, we can clearly see the gap between AION Y PLUS and meta PLUS. To be fair, the overall performance of both models is very good, but their respective focus is obviously different. AION Y PLUS has certain advantages in space practicality and comfort, while MetaPLUS has more say in active safety. Therefore, it might be better if the two cars were combined. If you really choose between them, I would rather prefer AION Y PLUS. After all, it comes with a charging pile, and you don’t have to wait for too long to pick up the car.
