The appearance of this car has not changed much. It still uses the Dragon Face family language. The body size is still 4870/1950/1725 mm and the wheelbase is 2820 mm. There is no change compared to the 2020 model.

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| Zhang Lijuan

has seen a lot of cars and ridden in a lot of cars, but there are only a few cars that have been deeply observed, and BYD Tang must be ranked high because of the love of the boss. The car is BYD Tang. Several car owners I have contacted are all loyal fans of Tang, so I know a little more about it.

I know that BYD Tang has always had its own halo. Since its debut in 2015, its sales have exceeded 200,000 units. It took two years to release the facelifted model, which is also in line with the market rhythm. This time, the new BYD Tang fuel version, DM version, and EV version are launched simultaneously.

As a mid-term facelift model, what surprises does the 2021 BYD Tang bring to consumers? I will share through this article how to see its new version? How to find out its new gameplay? As for whether to buy it or not, I also have some "immature" opinions for your reference. What do you think of

- "Dragon Face" is not old yet, and there is a world inside.

The appearance of this car has not changed much. It still follows the Dragon Face family language. The body size is still 4870/1950/1725 mm, and the wheelbase is 2820 mm. There are no changes compared to the 2020 model. In fact, it is not difficult to find out in some forums that BYD's "Long Yan" is actually very popular among car owners.

After all, its appearance was designed by former Audi design director Wolfgang Egger. Now it seems that it is still fashionable and young. And it already has a certain degree of recognition, so there is no need for drastic changes.

Of course, if you look closely, you can still see the doorway. Take Tang DM as an example. Its air intake grille looks fuller in shape and slightly expanded in size, but the most obvious change is undoubtedly the material. The original bright chrome plating has been replaced by the current matte chrome plating. At the same time, piano-painted black trim panels are used on both sides, which looks more textured.

On the outside, it’s a minor improvement, but the changes in the interior are visible to the naked eye. I just want to say that BYD’s revolution has finally come to the interior. This was designed by former Mercedes-Benz interior design master Michele himself.

The brand new two-spoke steering wheel brings a touch of retro style, and it is even just an air-conditioning outlet. The new Tang also uses two-color processing to create a more advanced texture.

A U-shaped chrome strip that runs through the left and right sides divides the atmosphere of the center console into two layers. The iconic rotatable center control screen at the top has been replaced with an ultra-narrow bezel design. Finally, it is no longer a "frame-stopped aircraft carrier", and the screen size has also followed. Upgraded to 15.6 inches, just like the iPad Pro.

The texture of the interior is generally determined by materials. The door panels and instrument panel of the 2021 Tang car use a large amount of Aussie suede fabrics. The seats use complex crimping and punching technology, and the main and passenger seats are retractable. The leg rest design makes Tang look really S-class luxurious.

Among the three power models launched this time, there are three models of DM version, with a guide price of 236,800-286,800 yuan after subsidies; there are two EV versions equipped with blade batteries, with a guide price of 279,500 yuan after subsidies. and 314,800 yuan; the fuel version is launched with a guide price of 153,500 yuan. From the price point of view, the price of

is slightly lower than that of the old model. In fact, it is also a normal way to improve the cost-effectiveness of facelifted models. How to play

- Careful configuration, good technology

Today's cars are all about the Internet of Things, and the upgrade of technology configuration is also an aspect that many consumers are concerned about.

The 2021 Tang cars can be said to have taken great pains in technology. According to the official materials, each car has a full sense of technology.

All three cars have built-in DiLink 3.0 intelligent network connection system. The new system adopts a new UI design, the operation logic is simpler and easier to use, and the speech recognition function is upgraded to iFlytek's speech engine. Just saying "Hello, Xiaodi" can control various in-car configurations such as multimedia navigation, window lifting, and air conditioning adjustment.

At the same time, it is also equipped with the DiPilot intelligent driving assistance system, which reaches L2 advanced assisted driving capabilities and supports functions such as lane keeping, full-speed adaptive cruise, and blind spot monitoring. At the press conference on August 16,

also saw the remote control function of the new car. Even if you are not next to the vehicle, you can unlock the door, turn on the air conditioner, detect the vehicle and other functions.

also has a "delivery to car" function suitable for receiving express delivery during the epidemic. With the new "clairvoyance" mode, car owners can remotely view the camera images inside and outside the car and the images around the vehicle through the mobile phone APP to ensure the safety of the vehicle. and user privacy.

It is also worth mentioning that there is a cure for car key amnesia. Nuvoton is equipped with an NFC mobile phone key. The car key function can be realized by binding the NFC mobile phone to the vehicle. You only need to use the mobile phone close to the exterior rearview mirror at the driver's door to unlock the door and start the vehicle. Even if the phone is turned off, it can still accurately identify and complete the unlocking and locking of the vehicle.

"Maiba" has also found its home. This car supports online music, a rotating large screen to request songs, and also has 31-color interactive smart cockpit ambient lights to add to the fun, turning the car into a karaoke room in seconds. How to buy

- Demand-led, strongly recommended Tang DM

As an unprofessional shopping guide, how to buy the three cars released this time depends on the consumers' own travel conditions and needs.

If you live in one of the top ten cities in China by GDP, then I would recommend you to buy a Tang EV equipped with a new blade battery. With convenient charging, buying an electric car not only enjoys policy subsidies, but also reduces travel costs. It is green It is environmentally friendly, has stable power output, and starts very quickly. With just one click of the switch, it can beat other cars by several kilometers.

Of course, if it is only used for urban commuting, the Tang EV’s battery life is not a big problem, and the rest is a safety issue. Open the web page and search, there are really endless news about electric vehicles spontaneously igniting and catching fire, which is shocking to those who read it.

Fires in new energy vehicles are a hot issue that consumers are worried about. BYD provided a solution in the first half of this year and launched the "blade battery". This trump card integrates the culmination of BYD's technology and has perfectly passed the most stringent acupuncture test in the field of power battery safety. At least for now, it seems that the "blade battery" has a high probability of being able to stay away from the hidden danger of "spontaneous combustion".

Since you plan to spend 200,000 to 300,000 yuan to buy an electric car, I recommend choosing the four-wheel drive high-performance version and the Genesis version . Its acceleration time from 100 kilometers to 100 kilometers is more than half that of mid- to low-end models. For those who pay attention to driving control performance For example, they may be more appetizing.

Of course, those who really can’t let go of fuel vehicles can take a look at the new Tang fuel vehicles.

In order to open up the market, the starting price of the low-end models launched by Tang Fuel has been lowered to 129,900 yuan. However, the gap between the Tang DM and Tang EV versions, which can easily reach 200,000 to 300,000 yuan, is too big, which is invisible. The brand image of Tang as a flagship model has been lowered.

This time, 2021 Tang fuel version only launched the flagship model. After all, it is a company that advocates green travel. The vigorous deployment of new energy means that the production space of fuel vehicles must be compressed. Therefore, it can only strategically abandon low-end vehicles. Equipped with models, thus increasing the Tang's entire price range. I think is of course also an important step for BYD to gradually achieve brand improvement and gradually get closer to the flagship.

Of course, this does not mean that BYD has abandoned entry-level consumers. It is said that BYD has another B-class SUV, Song PLUS, which will be launched soon. Officially, it is positioned between Tang and Song Pro. It can be seen that it is not that BYD has changed its mind, but that the positioning of each model has become clearer. I believe that Song PLUS can Target users who have the strength to take over Tangzhong's low-end models.

In terms of price, this flagship Tang Fuel is priced at 165,800 yuan, which is actually cheaper than the old top-end model (guide price: 129,900 yuan) 169,900 yuan, and its configurations such as lane keeping, NFC key, wireless There are black technologies such as charging, and the price of does not increase when the amount of is increased, which is indeed very conscientious.

That being said, compared with the configuration of Tang’s fuel version, the price is indeed not high, but compared with domestic SUVs at the same price, Tang’s fuel version is still a bit expensive.

And it puts itself in an embarrassing situation. In the current market environment, 165,800 yuan is probably the price of buying a beggars version of a joint venture car and a top-end domestic SUV of the same level. Although the price difference has been made, it also highlights BYD Tang's determination to build a flagship, but it is hard to say whether consumers are willing to pay for it. After all, BYD is still a brand that has not completely outgrown the "rich people don't like it, but the poor people don't like it" Can’t buy it” situation.

My favorite, and the one I strongly recommend to myself is of course the plug-in hybrid model Tang DM.

The product strength of this car has been significantly improved in this facelift, which is mainly reflected in the optimization of the power system. The acceleration from 100 kilometers to 5.1S/4.3S (the current model is 5.3S/4.5S), truly owns In order to achieve performance comparable to that of a high-performance sports car, its comprehensive range has also reached 800km.

If you just like its "look", the low-end model is almost enough. But if you are a little obsessed with power, the 2.0T four-wheel drive high-performance version of the Honor model in is more suitable.

Nuvoton DM’s three models are all four-wheel drive. The low-end model uses a front-wheel drive mode, while the mid-range and high-end models use a front+rear dual-motor drive method. The mid-range and high-range models also have stronger power performance.

If you are pursuing longer pure electric battery life, then a high-end configuration is more suitable. Overall, the price/performance ratio is still very high.

Chetanjun Observation

It is worth noting that BYD Tang still retains fuel vehicles this time, although there is only one type. After all, fuel vehicles will still be the mainstream for some time to come. As a mainstream car company, BYD will naturally not give up this "big cake" easily.

Judging from market performance, BYD Tang has experienced the cruelty of the domestic market. 2018 should be regarded as the peak period of BYD Tang. The cumulative sales of that year were nearly 60,000 units. This is the result of 5 months of sales. The growth in 19 years. The speed has dropped significantly, but it can still reach an average of about 6,000 per month.

When the time comes to 2020, BYD Tang is in an even more difficult situation after encountering the epidemic. Even though the general environment has obviously improved, its own sales have continued to decline. BYD Tang’s comprehensive sales volume in June was only 2,637 units.

There are definitely many reasons. From the external market, competition among new energy models at the same price is becoming increasingly fierce. For Tang DM, both Tesla and new forces have had a considerable impact, and The current market is gradually reaching saturation, and state subsidies are also declining, which will naturally have an impact on sales.

In order to break the situation, the 2021 Tang has spent a lot of thought on improving its product capabilities. After carefully reading the configuration tables of the three models, I have to marvel at its sincerity in this facelift.

However, it should also be noted that BYD Tang has entered the price range of 300,000. In this price range, it is not just about product strength, but also needs to work hard on brand strength..

In the first half of the year, unlike Great Wall, GAC, Geely and other car companies who actively marketed through online media, BYD was a little dull. Except for the warm-up and promotion of "blade batteries" in March and April, the Center and CATL were at odds with each other. After a few days, there was basically no movement.

In the second half of the year, BYD first launched its most important new cars, Han EV and Han DM. Some time ago, the Song Pro was just launched, and then it launched the facelifted Tang. The sincerity of its interior and technological configurations was evident. It seems that after experiencing a decline in sales in the first half of the year, BYD intends to deliver a satisfactory answer in the second half of the year through "works".

Actually, August this year is actually a good time to buy a car.Firstly, July and August are the traditional off-season for car buying. Secondly, due to the epidemic and other factors, most car companies have seen a year-on-year sales decline in the first half of the year. The mid-term exam did not meet expectations. Under the pressure of maintaining volume, manufacturers are easy to give up. The body has launched preferential policies, and the launch of the new Tang Gang has also released a lot of benefits. Friends who have recently purchased an SUV model may consider it.

Don’t be biased against Chinese brands, they are actually better than you think. The same goes for the new Tang.

Chinese brand, delicious and sweet.

*Part of the pictures in this article come from the Internet

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