GWM Haval Menglong -Hybrid PHEV

【Space Performance】
It's very spacious. The picture above shows my female friend, who isn't very tall, driving, and I could lie down directly in the back seat (I'm 176cm tall). Of course, this is a special case. When I'm in the driver's seat with a normal sitting posture, there's about two fists of distance in the back row. Although the official length of this car is 4.8 meters, that includes the 20-centimeter spare tire, so the actual length is about 4.6 meters. Therefore, I'm very satisfied with the internal space. I haven't put anything in the trunk yet, so it's hard to say, but it looks quite够用. However, I always feel it could be deeper. The space originally for the spare tire is occupied by the small battery and tools, so the floor is still very high.

【Range and Energy Consumption】
I drove over 1,400 kilometers in just 7 days, so I have a little say. If I don't step on the accelerator hard, the average fuel consumption is about 6 liters per 100 kilometers, which is around 0.5 yuan per kilometer. A full tank of fuel and full charge can reach 750 kilometers, and 800 kilometers is possible with lighter acceleration (the 4S shop told me it could reach 1,000, but I didn't believe it). Of course, this is under highway conditions, and it might be because the wind in Inner Mongolia is relatively strong, which makes it more fuel-consuming. I suggest everyone not to step on the accelerator hard after buying it, as it's very fuel-consuming. When I had the temporary license plate, I happened to take a small long trip, 450 kilometers round trip, and I stepped on the accelerator quite hard (you know, with a temporary license). When I set off, the fuel was full (showing 810 kilometers of pure fuel range) and the battery was half charged. When I came back, there was only over 100 kilometers of pure fuel range left and 10% battery power. The drop was a bit scary. If I drive lightly according to the speed limit, the error between the actual kilometers and the range is basically only a few tens of kilometers, which is acceptable. Overall, I'm quite satisfied. After all, with this shape, the wind resistance must be high. As for daily commuting in the city, there's nothing much to say. The 115-kilometer pure electric range is definitely enough. For slow driving in the city, it's better to choose pure electric or pure electric priority mode. Just charge frequently; anyway, it doesn't take long. You probably won't need to refuel for a month, which just saves money. Let's also write about the power here: it's fierce, extremely fierce. Since it starts with electricity, it always leaves other cars behind. Surprisingly, it also has plenty of power at high speeds, making overtaking effortless. However, when the battery is low, the shortcomings of the 1.5T engine in low-speed conditions emerge. Without much motor assistance during starting and low speeds, it feels a bit strenuous, and you can clearly hear the engine roaring. But this situation is relatively rare in daily driving; you must go out with a full charge.

【Driver Assistance】
The smart cruise control is quite好用. I basically kept it on the whole time on the highway for two small long trips. I just held the steering wheel and didn't have to do anything else. When overtaking large vehicles, it would move to the side a bit and then come back after overtaking. Since this car doesn't have that many cameras, it can only be regarded as basic L2 assistance, which is sufficient for daily use. The navigation version is really unaffordable. The obstacle avoidance once saved my life. On a sharp bend with some obstructions on the expressway, I hadn't seen anything when it suddenly grabbed the steering wheel and quickly changed lanes to the left. Just after changing lanes, I saw two cows standing in the right lane, quite close. It's worth praising!

【Smart Cockpit】
My previous car at home was a 2015 Haval H5, which was not intelligent at all. Plus, I haven't driven many new energy vehicles, so my requirements for the infotainment system aren't high. I'm very satisfied with the Menglong. The basic built-in Gaode Map is very useful, and it also supports one-click route push from the mobile phone. Both QQ Music and NetEase Cloud Music are available, so it saved me the money for a phone holder. I just put my phone on the wireless charger and leave it there. By the way, the sound system is sufficient; the sense of space and bass effect are up to standard (I'm quite picky about sound systems).

【Exterior and Interior】
Satisfied with the exterior!!! I once again affirm my choice of white; it looks good no matter how I look at it. On the third day after picking it up, I went to have a floating roof贴膜, although the贴膜 shop did a terrible job 😓. I'm also very satisfied with the interior. Although the super cool tank gear lever from the old model was取消, I still like it when sitting in the real car. There's a big difference between looking at pictures and the real car. I suggest if you have the idea, go see the real car first; it's free anyway! Also, let's write about the sound insulation effect here: the sound insulation is great. The front row has double-layer laminated glass, so you can't hear much noise when driving in the city. There's some wind noise on the highway, but it's not loud, much better than my old H5 😂. There is tire noise, but it's acceptable; it doesn't affect my listening to music anyway. One complaint: the ambient light is written in the configuration list as a single-color ambient light, but in fact, it's just a very dim warm-colored projected light on the door panels and the armrest of the co-pilot's console. You can't notice it without looking carefully. I think it's根本 unnecessary to write it in the configuration 😓.

【Charging Time】
Charging from 10% to 100% basically takes 50 minutes. There's nothing much to say about this; the charging speed only starts to decrease when it's down to the last 5%.

Also, I want to make a suggestion: it would be great if OTA updates could support real-time camera viewing through software, that is, being able to directly open the camera through the software whenever you want, without having to record all the time like the sentry mode. I think this function is still very useful.

【Most Satisfactory】
1. Balance between power and energy consumption: The 1.5T + dual-motor Hi4 system offers brisk起步 in pure electric mode and smooth acceleration in hybrid mode; off-road performance has not been experienced yet.
2. Chassis height: With a 25-degree approach angle, 32-degree departure angle, 221mm minimum ground clearance, and 580mm wading depth, combined with the officially advertised intelligent four-wheel drive, it easily handles complex terrains, highlighting its rugged attributes.
3. Space practicality: The 2738mm wheelbase ensures spacious front and rear rows. When the rear seats are folded down, a 1404L fully flat space is formed, making it convenient for both carrying passengers and loading large items.
4. Rich configuration: The 14.6-inch central control screen and 12.3-inch instrument display are clear. The L2+ level assisted driving (including adaptive cruise control, active braking, etc.) enhances safety and convenience.

【Least Satisfactory】
1. Insufficient interior texture: The interior uses较多 plastic materials, which to some extent reduces the sense of interior quality. ——Compared with the second-generation Big Dog
2. Vehicle machine response needs optimization: The response speed is relatively slow when processing complex commands, affecting operational fluency. ——Small memory
3. The rear tailgate glass and door panel cannot be opened separately.

【Driving Experience】
1. Urban driving: The steering wheel has precise指向, moderate strength, and the electronic power steering is light and easy to control; the suspension can effectively filter bumps, providing good comfort. Pure electric mode is suitable for urban road conditions with frequent starts and stops.
2. Highway and overtaking: In hybrid mode, the engine intervenes smoothly with weak jerking, enabling acceleration and overtaking in one go with sufficient power reserve.
3. (Official advertisement) Off-road performance: The four-wheel drive system responds quickly. The strong torque combined with excellent passing angle parameters ensures strong body stability when climbing slopes and passing through potholes. The suspension support is in place, giving the driver sufficient confidence. ——Supplemented later

【Riding Experience】
1. Space feeling: The front and rear rows have ample head and legroom. A passenger with a height of 180cm sitting in the rear row will not feel oppressed, and the lateral space is sufficient for three people to sit side by side.
2. Comfort: The seats have moderate包裹性, making long rides less tiring; the suspension has a good filtering effect on road vibrations, and even when passing through unpaved roads, the颠簸感 inside the car is not obvious.
3. Storage convenience: The storage compartments in the door panels and central control area are reasonably designed, making it easy to place small items such as mobile phones and water cups. The trunk has a considerable volume under normal conditions, meeting daily and short-distance travel needs.

1. The front face looks like many models in the same series. 2. Although there are many hard plastics in the interior, there are also many soft wraps. 3. The space is relatively spacious and comfortable, but the trunk is a bit small. 4. The automatic emergency braking of the assisted driving is very scary. Drivers should not rely too much on assisted driving and should trust their own hands and judgment. 5. I haven't experienced the smart cockpit, so I won't comment on it. 6. Range and energy consumption: I am very satisfied with the range. As for energy consumption, there may be some differences due to personal driving habits, but it is basically consistent with the宣传.