The comparison models we brought today are the Roewe iMAX8, which was redesigned in August 20265438+0, and the Toyota Seine, which is popular in this market. See if independent brands can compete with the benchmark in the high-end MPV field. Before it's too late, let's get into today's comparison.
Before the comparison begins, let's briefly introduce these two cars. There are currently 4 models of 2022 Roewe iMAX8 on sale, with the price range of 65,438+08.88-25, 380 yuan. Although Toyota Saina used to sell overseas, it entered the China market in the second half of last year and positioned itself as a medium and large MPV. At present, there are 6 models of Seine * * on sale, and the price range is 309,800-405,800 yuan. Because there is a big price gap between the two, Toyota Seine still has some room for price increase, so the comparison models we selected this time are Roewe iMAX8 Extreme Edition with a price of 253,800 yuan and Toyota Seine Comfort Edition with a price of 309,800 yuan. The prices of the two are relatively close, but there is still a landing price difference of nearly 654.38+ 10,000.
Appearance contrast: As the main family, the exquisite sense of Roewe iMAX8 wins.
Although there are no other market segments in MPV market, aesthetics and demand are interlinked, and more and more MPVs no longer take business reception as their main purpose. Now iMAX8 and Senna are like this, and their appearance is as commercial as possible. Both models are extended based on the family design language, which is more suitable for MPV style and shows the all-round attributes of IKEA Shang Yi.
The exterior design of Roewe iMAX8 adopts digital rhythmic aesthetics, which is very dynamic at first glance. A large area of black medium net has a complex scale-like grid inside, which is officially called "parameterized three-dimensional suspended dragon forest modeling", and the slender led light group modeling creates an extraordinary momentum. Roewe's family-style design is highly original and recognizable, and also conforms to the aesthetics of mainstream MPV consumers.
In contrast, Seine will be more prosaic. In terms of novelty, this design language has been used since Camry four years ago. Hawkeye stereo headlights are also very sporty. It is a common design technique to integrate X elements into the front face. Although it is not so amazing, it is still quite eye-catching. The overall design is sharp enough and the outline is full. However, the Toyota Seine Comfort Edition compared this time is different from other models in appearance. The air intake grille of the lowest model is a piece of black plastic, which reduces the sense of grade.
In terms of body size, the body size data of Roewe iMAX8 is 5016/1909/1782 mm, and that of Toyota Seine with a wheelbase of 3000mm is 5165/1995//kloc-0. From the data point of view, the overall Toyota race is slightly larger, but the length of both cars is more than 5 meters, and the gap is very small.
In terms of tires, Roewe iMAX8 uses 18-inch rims, and Toyota Seine will be smaller, at 17 inches. Both cars use five-spoke rims, but the Roewe iMAX8' s rim shape will be more refined. At the same time, Roewe iMAX8 uses 225/55 R 18 tires, and its visual perception will be better than that of Toyota Senna 235/65 R 17 tires. Of course, whether tire noise has an impact is a question mark here, and we will answer it later.
The design of the rear of the car and the style of the two cars are obviously different. Seine's sense of the back row is very obvious, and Roewe iMAX8 looks more stable. Chrome-plated strip is the bright spot, and the shape of the lamp group is quite scientific and technological.
Generally speaking, although both cars have the design bias of IKEA, Roewe iMAX8 focuses on futuristic and stable style, so it is more suitable for new middle class. Seine highlights the sense of fashion and sports, but there are too many plastic parts in the appearance of the lowest model, and the visual effect of 17-inch rim is not very good, which leads to this comfortable version of Seine falling behind Roewe iMAX8 in terms of face value.
Interior contrast: the rolling of roewe iMAX8 materials and technology
For MPV, the interior is obviously more important than the appearance. Observing the interior design of the two cars, the interior of Roewe iMAX8 pays more attention to ductility, while the comfortable version of Toyota Seine can only be described as dull at least in perception.
Roewe iMAX8 has different interior lines and appearance. The wingspan center console is dominated by soft curves, and with the through air conditioning outlet, the lateral space in the car can be visually stretched.
At the same time, the blue and white interior color matching gave a good comment. The steering wheel is wrapped in calf leather and feels delicate. With perforated and breathable NAPPA leather, it can effectively enhance the sense of grade in the car. Full LCD instrument+suspended central control large screen is the basis of interior decoration technology. If it is night, the 256-color ambience lamp will be full of atmosphere, and the sense of luxury will not be picky.
The center console design of Roewe iMAX8 meets our expectations for a luxury MPV. The interior details of the vehicle are well polished, and there are no problems in color matching, materials and ergonomic design. This is an advanced MPV.
On the other hand, Seine's interior design does not have a strong MPV style, and the spacious center console is biased towards SUVs and cars. The low-grade version of the Seine will obviously be different from the grade models in the interior materials, with thin leather, hard hand feeling and moderate hand feeling of the plastic steering wheel, which is also the compromise of the lowest match.
At the same time, Seine adopts 4.2-inch machinery+LCD instrument. This configuration has continued until the middle match. Only high-profile models are equipped with full LCD instruments. The central control screen size is 8 inches, and the display effect is average. It has a built-in MOS4.0 multimedia system.
When it comes to cars, we have to mention Roewe's accomplishments in this respect. As mentioned above, the hardware foundation of Roewe iMAX8 multimedia system is a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel, a 12.3-inch central touch screen and two 10-inch "magic screens" in the back row. The size of the central control screen will be larger than that of Toyota.