In recent years, we have witnessed the rise of independent brand cars. Both in terms of design and product strength, they have been greatly improved. Since MG returned to SAIC, not only It has inherited the excellent sports genes of a century-old brand, and has achieved the ultimate in exterior design and internal configuration. While improving its product strength, it has once again rejuvenated itself. In order to continue the current good situation and give full play to its own characteristics, SAIC MG released the first SUV model using the ignition technology aesthetic design concept in September - MG Pilot. When the editor saw it for the first time, I already felt its strong It has an offensive aura, so what kind of experience will it have when driving it?
Appearance: Radical and full of tension? In appearance, MG Pilot adopts the latest design language of the family. The visual effect is more radical and exaggerated than previous models, and the application of the "shark hunting" concept makes the front face visually more attractive. It is even more aggressive on the car, and the large-mouth grille is also equipped with vertical black trim strips. This design is like a shark opening its mouth and revealing rows of fangs. ?It is worth mentioning that the Trophy flagship version tested this time is also painted in cyber gray. The paint surface uses the German BASF company’s vertically arranged chip structure Chamepasin patented color paste technology. When viewed from the front, it appears gray-blue. It is silver, and the car looks purple when viewed from the side. In addition, the lower lip of the front bumper of the new car will also provide a contrasting design according to the color of the car body. If the car body is white, the lower lip will be black, and if the car body is black, the lower lip will be red. ?The side shape of the new car is relatively simple, and the designer uses smooth curved surfaces to create an overall sense of the body. In addition, the front of the car has been sunk, and combined with the rising waistline of the windows at the rear, it creates a swooping posture. On the skirt, a red line runs through the entire body, showing vitality. Compared with the radical front end of the car, the rear shape of the new car is obviously much more restrained, and the overall shape is fuller and layered. The two-exhaust exhaust on both sides and the diffuser on the lower surround also add a lot of sportiness to itself.
In terms of details, the LED headlight set is more slender than the previous MG HS, and the interior is composed of four geometric units. The upper LED daytime running lights are also very unique in shape, and the overall point is It is highly recognizable after lighting up. It is worth mentioning that the turn signals of MG Pilot are not set together with the headlights, but are designed in the fog light areas on both sides of the bumper. The taillights of the new car have a long and narrow shape, and the internal structure also echoes the headlights, making them highly recognizable when lit. The Trophy logo on the D-pillar shows its unique identity. ?The 19-inch Tomahawk wheels are also equipped with black prints and red brake calipers, which further highlights the performance of the vehicle. The vehicle being tested this time was equipped with Michelin PS4 series tires with a specification of 235/45?R19. The tires have excellent high-speed cornering stability and also have good performance in terms of silence.
Interior: Stylish and avant-garde materials are sufficient? After entering the car, the entire interior adopts the "Star Shuttle" design language, which is inspired by the Star Shuttle racing car. At the same time, the center console also adopts the "Star Shuttle" design language. It is wrapped in a large number of soft materials, and leather fabrics are used where the elbows touch. The overall sense of luxury is very good. The 12.3-inch LCD instrument display is clear, and all vehicle information can be displayed here. It can also display different driving modes. You can switch the display style by yourself, including custom, economic, regular and sports styles. ?MG Pilot's steering wheel still adopts the three-spoke flat-bottom design commonly used in MG models. The three and nine o'clock positions are also wrapped in perforated leather, making it very comfortable to hold. The eye-catching red super sports mode button in the lower right corner and the shift paddles on the back are in line with the temperament of the entire vehicle. In addition, the circular turbine air outlets on the left and right sides of the center console also highlight the sense of performance. In terms of interior color matching, the new car will be available in Cavalier Black, White/Nautical Blue in the future.
The 10.2-inch floating central control screen display is also clear and colorful. It is equipped with the latest Zebra Venus smart travel system. The interface display is more fashionable, the graphic icons are similar to those of current smartphones, and the functions are very easy to distinguish.
Commonly used small programs are also added to the car system, but the proportion of the internal display screen is similar to that of a mobile phone screen. When paired with the huge overall display screen, the proportions are a bit weird. In terms of commonly used functions, the system can also support mobile phone remote control, voice interaction, Tencent Music, Kara FM, smart parking, WeChat teaming, high-speed cloud payment and other functions. In addition, the test drive vehicle is also equipped with a BOSE sound system, which brings excellent audio-visual enjoyment to the people in the car.
MG Linghang’s air-conditioning panel is also concentrated inside the central control screen, using full touch operation, and the internal interface design looks very refreshing. The air volume adjustment and temperature control can be completed on the screen. The top model tested also supports PM2.5 filtering, on-board purifier and negative ion generator functions. It can effectively improve the interior environment of the car.
In terms of comfort configuration, MG Pilot's panoramic sunroof is very large, covering almost the entire roof, which can bring good permeability to the interior of the car. The seats of the test drive vehicle are wrapped in genuine leather and are similar in shape to racing seats, ensuring both wrapping and support. The interior padding of the rear seats is also thick, and the rear seats support angle adjustment, and the seat cushions of reasonable length can bring a more comfortable riding experience to rear passengers. In addition, the front seats also support electric adjustment and heating functions, and the measured heating effect is obvious. It is worth mentioning that the interior of the car is also equipped with 256-color ambient lights, which brings a romantic atmosphere to the interior of the vehicle.
Power: Continue to use the 2.0T power combination? MG Pilot will launch 1.5T and 2.0T options after it is launched in the future. Today we mainly experience the 2.0T model. The engine uses an all-aluminum engine. It has direct injection in the fuselage and the central cylinder, and also optimizes internal friction. Its maximum power is 170kW and its maximum torque is 370N·m. In terms of transmission, the engine is matched with a 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Although the gearbox is the same as that on the previous MG HS, vehicle engineers have recalibrated it to give it better response and smoothness. sex.
Compared with the radical appearance, is the power performance of this car very strong? The answer is yes. At the beginning of the start, the car's throttle adjustment is relatively sensitive. Even in the normal mode, a slight tap will make you feel like you are jumping out. Therefore, in crowded urban road conditions, it is necessary to reasonably control the strength of the foot to avoid adverse effects on the cars behind you. ?After pressing the red button on the steering wheel, the vehicle will enter the super sports mode. When ejecting and starting in place, the engine speed will always be maintained at around 2,000 rpm. When the brakes are lifted, the power will be quickly transmitted to the front wheels. Even though a large amount of torque is erupted, the vehicle will obviously raise its head and the tires will slip slightly at this time. ?The acceleration in the middle of the vehicle is equally powerful. When the accelerator is pressed deeply, the transmission will actively downshift to increase the engine speed, giving the driver an excellent acceleration push-back feeling. When the vehicle speed exceeds 100 kilometers per hour, if you want to speed up, you need to step on the accelerator deeply and wait for a while, and then the engine will release all its horsepower. The same feeling is felt in Sport and Super Sport modes. Generally speaking, the dual-clutch gearbox shifts gears more actively and can maintain the entire engine speed within the economic range. The performance of the recalibrated dual-clutch gearbox is not abrupt, and there is no sense of frustration whether starting or shifting gears midway. ?The braking performance of the MG Pilot is also satisfactory. The braking force is more obvious when the brakes are pressed normally, and there is a little bit of slack in the early stages, which gives people a comfortable feeling. The overall performance is very linear and gives the driver strong confidence. When braking at full speed at high speed, the rebound force of ABS intervention can be felt from the brake pedal. Due to the unique body design of the SUV model, there will be an obvious nodding phenomenon. The overall feeling is not much different from SUV models of the same level. ?MG Pilot has also made great efforts in NVH. 95% of the entire vehicle is covered with sound insulation materials, as well as 25 mm thick carpet sound insulation pads, double-sided front windshields, dual hydraulic suspension solutions and 4 mm thick side windows. It is enough to ensure the quietness in the car while driving. When driving at high speeds, the wind noise of the vehicle will become slightly obvious, but it will not affect the communication between people in the vehicle.
In terms of suspension, MG Pilot adopts a front MacPherson independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. The overall suspension adjustment is biased towards firmness, which can ensure smooth control when passing through speed bumps and road joints. A bumpy feeling is clearly felt. On the highway, when passing through large undulations, the vehicle's suspension travel is long, and the occupants in the car have a distinct feeling of being on a boat. This test drive was also arranged to drive on a mountain road. The test drive vehicle performed well overall on the multi-curved mountain road, and the suspension provided strong support both on the back bend and on the regular curved road. ?This test drive vehicle is also equipped with a timely four-wheel drive system and a central differential lock, which has a certain ability to pass on non-paved roads. When one or two wheels lose power, the intelligent four-wheel drive system will apply force to the wheels. A certain amount of braking force can help the vehicle get out of trouble, and the driver only needs to master the accelerator and brakes. What needs to be explained here is that although this system can cope with some complex road conditions, it is still somewhat inadequate when facing difficult off-road roads. ?The electric power-assisted steering wheel feels lighter at low speeds, making it more convenient to drive on urban roads. When parking on the spot, you can even turn it with your index and middle fingers. When driving at high speed, the hand feeling will become slightly heavier, but no matter what kind of road conditions it is driving, its directivity will be very accurate.
The trunk floor of the MG Pilot is relatively flat, with a normal volume of 463L. When the seats are folded down in a 4/6 ratio, a flat space can be formed, and the overall volume can be expanded to 1287L. There is also a small storage compartment on the right side of the trunk, which can store some rarely used small items. There is also a very large storage space under the trunk floor, and there is also a non-full-size spare tire and repair tools inside.
Safety: All-round protection? MG Pilot is equipped with MG Pilot driving assistance system, which includes lane departure assist, traffic jam assist, and forward collision assist. When the vehicle deviates, lane departure assist will respond quickly, the steering wheel will quickly adjust, and there will also be vibrations and beeps to warn the driver to pay attention. The forward collision assist system is also very sensitive. When an object or pedestrian is detected in front, the vehicle will actively slow down until it stops if the driver fails to take corresponding safety measures. In addition, the car's 360-degree panoramic image illumination is relatively wide and will provide different viewing angles, effectively eliminating driving blind spots.