B-class sedans has always been a hot topic, and there is a saying in the car circle: "If you win the B-class car, , you will win the world." Judging from the insurance data in 2021, Camry won the championship, and Model 3 became the representative of electric cars. Overall, it is still the world of Japanese and Germans.
And in 2022, Brother Jiang also learned a lot of relevant updates about B-class cars, including facelifts and brand new players. So what impact will they have on the layout of B-class cars? Let's take a look below.
1, the new generation Mondeo
Highlights: New design + greatly improved size
0 Mondeo, which is increasingly popular in the B-class car market, has finally ushered in a new generation after 8 years. The new generation of models has directly deviated from the familiar "Martin face" in design, and has a better appearance than the previously well-received EVOS, and has a much younger aura.
The new generation of Mondeo
Current Mondeo
Ford Light Chaser
The length, width and height of the new car are 4935/1875/1500mm respectively, and the wheelbase reaches 2945mm, which is a comprehensive improvement over the current model. Compared with competitors such as Camry, Accord , the advantage is visible to the naked eye.
The new generation of Mondeo
The current Mondeo
interior design is highly consistent with Ford EVOS light chasers. In terms of power, the new car has applied for the same 2.0T engine (CAF488WQC) as Ford Light Chaser, with a maximum power of 175kW. The current Mondeo uses two engines: 1.5T and 2.0T, both matched with 6AT.
The new generation of Mondeo interior
Current Mondeo interior
Ford Light Chaser interior
In terms of price, the current guide price is 192,800-226,800 yuan. Considering the fierce competition in this segment, I hope that the specific price of Fu is not too "confident".
2, new Asian Dragon
Highlights: Configuration improvement
0000 launched in 2019, the Asian Dragon has performed quite well, and its basic monthly sales can be maintained at around 9,000 units. Now its mid-term facelift is coming, and the new car's styling changes are mainly concentrated on the front face, that is, two new grille styles are provided.
New Asian Dragon (Style 1)
New Asian Dragon (Style 2)
Current Asian Dragon
Interior layout has not changed, but the configuration will be improved, for example, the central control screen of some models has been raised from 9 inches to 10 inches, and a large number of physical buttons have been cancelled; in addition, it will also be equipped with full LCD instruments that are not available in the current model.
New Asian Dragon interior - central control screen
New Asian Dragon interior - full LCD instrument
Current Asian Dragon interior
power continues to provide 2.0L/2.5L, and 2.5L hybrid systems, and matches CVT, 8AT and E-CVT gearboxes respectively. Finally, everyone naturally hopes that the new Asian dragon can "increase the amount and not increase the price".
3, Lincoln Z
Highlights: The entire series 2.0T+8AT
As the first domestic sedan of Lincoln , Lincoln Z is positioned as a luxury B-class, providing dual appearances, iCool and iEnvironment versions respectively. The length, width and height of the new car are 4968/1887/1482mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2930mm.
i cool version
i enjoyment version
interior is the super large integrated touch screen, with a length of 1.1 meters. In terms of power, the entire new car series is equipped with 2.0T+8AT, with a maximum power of 181kW, a maximum torque of 376Nm, and an acceleration of 6.8s at 000. Compared with the 2.0T of high and low power of Audi A4L and BMW 3 Series , or the 1.5T of Mercedes-Benz C-Class , it seems much more generous.
The pre-sale price of the new car was 255,000-342,000 yuan, which also has an advantage over the "34C" starting sales of more than 300,000 yuan. Of course, this is mainly because its brand's insufficient premium ability, so it has to start from cost-effectiveness.
4, BMW i3
Highlights: Pure electric version 3 series
Last year, the BMW 3 Series won the luxury B-class sales champion, and its popularity is booming. This year, BMW will also launch BMW i3, which is the pure electric version of the 3 Series. The new car is built on the long-axle 3 Series Li. From the shape, you can also see that this is a " oil-to-electric ".
BMW 3 Series Fuel Version
Power In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 250kW electric motor, matched with a three-yuan lithium-ion battery , and a NEDC range of 526km. In addition, the new car will also be equipped with air suspension. As for the price, it is expected to start at 300,000 yuan. The question is, will you buy an oil-to-electric power model for the sake of the 3 Series? .
5, BMW i4
Highlights: Pure electric version 4 series
In addition to i3, there is also a higher positioning i4. It seems that Tesla Model 3 is busy. The new car can be regarded as a pure electric version of the BMW 4 Series four-door coupe.
BMW 4 Series Fuel Version
The highlight of the interior is the curved integrated display, which is also the biggest difference between it and the fuel version. In terms of power, the new car will provide two types of single motor and dual motor. The former has a maximum power of 250kW, an acceleration of 000 to 5.7s, and a WLTP operating range of 590km.
BMW i4 interior
BMW 4 series interior
The latter has a maximum power of 400kW, an acceleration of 0000 is 3.9s, and a WLTP operating range is 521km. In terms of price, it is expected to start at 350,000 yuan.
6, Hongqi H6
Highlights: Small trumpet " Hongqi H9"
According to the plan, Hongqi will launch Hongqi H6 this year, and jointly compete with the existing H5 to compete in the B-class car market. Judging from the exposed design sketches and spy photos, the new car looks like a small-volume Hongqi H9.
Hongqi H6 design sketch
Hongqi H6 spy photos
Hongqi H9
Hongqi H9
Hongqi H6 does not adopt the "dual screen" design on H9, but is replaced by a large-size vertical screen. In terms of power, it is expected to be equipped with a 2.0T engine, with a price range of between 200,000 and 250,000 yuan, just between H5 and H9.
Hongqi H6 spy photos
Hongqi H9
Hongqi H6 interior spy photos
7, the new generation Mazda 6
Highlights: Rear drive + 3.0T inline six-cylinder
According to foreign media reports, the new generation Mazda 6 (corresponding to domestic Atez ) is planned to be officially launched this year. It is reported that the new car will adopt a new design language, and the overall style may be similar to the Mazda VISION COUPE concept car.
VISION COUPE concept car
VISION COUPE concept car
power is the biggest highlight. The new car will adopt a rear-drive platform for the first time, and the power system may be equipped with a new 3.0T inline six-cylinder diesel engine + 48V mild hybrid system, as well as a 3.0T inline six-cylinder gasoline engine + 48V mild hybrid system, and a chance to match an 8AT gearbox.
VISION COUPE concept car
As a reference, Mazda Atez provides two engines, 2.0L and 2.5L, both match 6AT gearboxes. In the opinion of Jiang Ge, it should be unrealistic to introduce 3.0T, after all, the 2.5T of this generation of models has not been introduced.As for the rear drive, I wonder if it will be accompanied by a sharp rise in prices?
The above are the seven major B-class models to be launched this year. In order to facilitate further discussion, Jiang Ge will summarize the highlights of the above 7 new cars:
1. The Asia Dragon has not changed much. The most worth looking forward to is to increase the amount without adding the price;
2, Mondeo and Mazda 6 are both replaced, and the product power will inevitably be comprehensively improved, but the products of both parties are The influence of the brand is limited;
3, Lincoln Z and Hongqi H6 are brand new models, and are positioned as "luxury". If the price lacks "sincerity", the market may not accept them so quickly;
4, BMW i3 and i4 are "oil-to-electric" products, and considering the price, the overall competitiveness is actually not strong. After all, they are facing a number of electrified and intelligent products such as , Tesla, and .
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