A few days ago, Dongfeng Motor Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Dongfeng Motor") Dongfeng Yipai brand second model family intelligent large SUV eπ008 100 cities and 1,000 people delivery activities are in full swing. As Dongfeng Motor's new masterpiece for the mainstream market, eπ008 has won wide acclaim from many family users since its official launch and delivery, bringing them a new experience of family travel.
In the feedback of the first batch of car owners, the large space, three-layer trunk, real refrigerator, color TV, large sofa, large screen, etc. were full of praise, and they all said that eπ08 "meets the car needs of every member of the family". What kind of ingenuity and consideration are hidden behind these highly praised user-friendly designs and configurations? The chief engineers of the Dongfeng Yipai eπ008 project team of Dongfeng Motor R&D Institute revealed the secrets for everyone.
eπ008 was officially launched and delivered
Giving warmth to technology for home cars
For a long time, science and technology has always been the brand background color of Dongfeng. However, Dongfeng Motor's understanding of science and technology is by no means a cold technology, but warmth, care, and an extension of love. Because of this, there is such a saying in the eπ008 model development team of Dongfeng Motor R&D Institute - "make cars for families".
"In the development process of eπ008, we have always adhered to the concept of 'making cars for the family', treating the family as the user, the user as the family, adhering to the user experience-centered development model, and constantly transforming the unremitting pursuit of technology into product value and user experience." Rao Xian, head of the Eπ008 model development project of Dongfeng Motor R&D Institute, said.
Under the guidance of this concept, eπ008 is built around the needs of family cars, whether it is the vehicle posture, interior design, technology configuration, comfort experience and other aspects, striving to meet the daily commuting needs of the main family at the same time, taking into account the travel experience of children and the elderly.
In the eπ08, from the intelligent cockpit to the cup holder, sunshade, etc., every design has been repeatedly scrutinized and meticulously polished. The first batch of car owners have praised the car cooling and heating box, which is one of the examples of the R&D team's empathy from the user's perspective and giving temperature to technology. eπ008's original dual-purpose mobile refrigerator can be electrically slid before and after rows 1-3, which is convenient for passengers in the second and third rows to freely access the contents of the refrigerator.
Carefully polish and tackle key problems to create the best space
For family travel, large space is the most basic need, and only a large enough space can ensure the comfort of driving. As Dongfeng Motor's first "5-3-6" model, that is, "5" meters of vehicle length, "3" meters wheelbase, and "6" seat layout, the Eπ008 project development team and styling team have made great efforts to create the best space.
Jin Jingqiang, chief project engineer of Dongfeng Motor's eπ008 modeling team, said, "A three-meter wheelbase and a five-meter length are not the result of overnight. In order to present the best body, the height and length should be accurately defined, and the comfort of the 3-row seating space in the car should be fully considered, and at the same time, there should be a storage space that is better than that of the same level, which can fully cover the various needs of family users in the travel scenario. ”
Members of the eπ008 development team study the details of the vehicle
To this end, Dongfeng Motor's eπ008 project development team and styling team worked intensively, carried out a large number of simulation experiments, continuously adjusted the variables, and overcame multiple difficulties including reducing the drag coefficient, and finally found the best balance in cost, quality and sense of luxury.
In order to maximize the activity space of the cockpit, the designers made a precise design of the distance from the eπ008 wheel center to the first row of human body space, and at the same time moved the main part of the motor back to maximize the space of the three rows, coupled with the 3025mm long super wheelbase, the vehicle has a super high "room rate", worthy of the name of the true three rows, large six seats.
Considering that family trips are indispensable for carrying outdoor equipment, toy cars and other equipment, the designers set the charger below the rear floor and cleverly designed a number of shelf boards to keep the trunk and seats flat while further increasing the storage space. Compared with an ordinary 6-seater SUV, the eπ008 can fit 2-3 more suitcases, so you don't have to sacrifice storage space for cabin space, and you don't have to worry about people sitting on it but the luggage can't fit it.
While providing large space, eπ008 is also very particular and "willing" in terms of materials, which further ensures the comfort of the ride. The interior is made of environmentally friendly materials, the cockpit leather uses 100% environmentally friendly water-based surface treatment, and the same type of material as the baby pacifier silicone, covering the dashboard guard, seat back, cushion and other areas that are often touched by the body, carefully caring for the whole family.
Leading technology escort to achieve the best energy consumption
As a family car, in addition to user-friendly design considerations, excellent space and comfort, energy consumption performance is equally important. Thanks to Dongfeng Motor's profound power technology support, eπ008 has an industry-leading energy consumption level.
The eπ008 is available in both extended range and pure electric forms, with the pure electric model having a class-leading energy consumption of 14.7 kWh per 100 km and a long range of 636km, while the super extended range model has the highest energy conversion rate of 3.66 kWh per liter and an ultra-long range of 1300km. With the support of the unique intelligent motor control strategy, millisecond-level torque response and other technologies, the eπ008 accelerates quickly without "channeling", decelerates quickly without "shaking", and is comfortable to drive without "dizziness".
"One of the highlights of eπ008 is the power system. Our self-developed and self-controlled 'three-electric' core system has a higher energy efficiency conversion rate and is equipped with an intelligent energy control system. Through the intelligent fuel and power control strategy, the pure electric mileage can be increased by more than 20km in urban commuting scenarios. In the long-distance outing scenario, the comprehensive mileage can be increased by more than 100km. Talking about the advantages of eπ008 compared with its peers, Rao said proudly.
At the "2024 Hybrid Vehicle Extreme Challenge", the first exclusive event for hybrid vehicles in China not long ago, eπ008 also won the "Champion of Medium and Large SUV Group" and "Champion of Pure Electric Endurance Dimension" with Mach super range extension technology and Mach 1.5T high-efficiency engine, showing strong strength.
From product positioning to vehicle development, from styling design to scientific and technological configuration, from space performance to power performance, Dongfeng Motor will perfectly integrate the meticulous observation of the car needs of family users, as well as the adherence to the concept of people-oriented and ingenuity car manufacturing, into Dongfeng Yipai eπ008, bringing new travel options to mainstream family users. Taking this as a new starting point and closely following the needs of users, Dongfeng Motor will continue to polish the golden sign of "Dongfeng" with science and technology, and create a richer value experience for users with more advanced technology, better products and better services.