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More than two months ago, Leapmotor launched the C10, which is known as the half-price ideal L6/L7, and now, the Leapmotor C16, which is known as the half-price ideal L8, is also here.
Compared with the ideal L8 that starts at more than 300,000 yuan, the price of Leap C16 is indeed half lower, so in terms of product power, can it meet everyone's demand for 6-seat new energy SUV? What impact will the launch of this car have on the SUV market within 200,000?
What kind of car is the Leapmotor C16?
It can be seen from the appearance design that the Leap C16 and C10 are very similar, and this nesting doll design concept is also in line with the ideal L series. The same platform, similar design, and even in the wheelbase, the C16 and C10 are exactly the same, both 2825mm.
In other words, the C16 is based on the C10, the cabin has been lengthened, and a third row of seats has been added to the interior, forming a 2+2+2 6-seat layout.
How much has it been lengthened? The body length of the C10 is 4739mm, and the C16 has reached 4915mm, which is nearly 20 cm more, so the level positioning has also stepped from the C10's mid-size SUV to the medium and large level. In addition to the lengthening of the body, the height of the Leap C16 is also 90mm more than that of the C10, so in terms of appearance, the Leap C16 is indeed much larger than the C10.
What level does this size consider for a 6/7-seater SUV? Compared with the ideal L8 and M7 with a length of more than 5 meters, the Leap C16 is still significantly shorter. Compared to Highlander, it is very close in all aspects.
As for the Tang DM-i, although there is also a seven-seater version, this car has reached the end of the generation, and the space in the third row can basically only be used for emergency purposes, which is still quite different from the use scenario of the Leap C16.
In addition, although the platform is the same and the design is similar, there are still some differences between Leapmotor C16 and C10 in terms of power, car machine, etc., and it is not just a simple increase in size and seat increase, which we will talk about in detail next.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Leapmotor C16?
Highlight 1: The space and comfort surpass that of Highlander
For a 6-seater SUV, the most concerned is undoubtedly space, and we need to look at two aspects in this regard.
First of all, based on size, the wheelbase and body of Leap C16 are slightly shorter than Highlander, but in terms of space utilization and comfort of the second and third rows of seats, Leap C16 is obviously stronger than Highlander. When there are no people in the third row, the independent seats in the second row can have a fairly spacious and comfortable state.
In addition, compared with Highlander and WenjieM7, the third row of Leap C16 avoids the "small bench" sitting posture, the height and length of the seat cushion are better, and the thickness of the seat cushion and backrest is also guaranteed as much as possible, and adults who are not very tall can also have a basic comfort level in the third row.
Our colleague who is 178cm tall can sit in the third row more appropriately when he has 3 fingers on his legs in the second row. If you sit in the third row, a child, or a friend of medium stature, will be more spacious.
Height 178cm C16 second row
Height 178cm C16 third row
Based on price considerations, the overall space and comfort of the Leap C16 can be regarded as one of the best 6-seater SUVs at the same price.
Highlight 2: Comfort orientation is implemented throughout the car
Starting from the C10, Leap has completely transformed into a similar ideal "daddy car" route, and the entire C16 car is striving to highlight the comfortable characteristics from the outside to the inside, from space to details. And this comfort orientation is not only reflected in the space.
First of all, the interior, all of which are made of gentle curves and lines, with a warm homely color atmosphere, is very simple and simple on the surface. But whether it is a large area of soft leather, or the curved surface of the door handles, door handles, center armrests, center consoles, and door panels, it is very pleasant to the touch and vision.
In terms of comfort configuration, Leap C16 is also quite comprehensive, the second row of seats all support electric adjustment, starting from the sub-low configuration of the extended range version of 162,800, the front and rear rows are equipped with seat heating and ventilation, and there are also small tables, independent air conditioning and other functions in the rear.
In addition, the seats of Leap C16 are also wide and soft style, coupled with soft and fluffy headrests, the first feeling of sitting in the car can indeed appreciate the overall comfort of this car. Of course, these are obviously borrowed from ideals, but now there are not a few brands that benchmark ideals, and Zero Run is the one that has learned the essence.
Highlight 3: Rich technology configuration
As a member of the new power camp, Leapmotor is also active in the application of technology and intelligence. The high-end configuration of the extended range and pure electric version has high-speed intelligent driving functions, and the OrinX chip, lidar and binocular cameras are all equipped.
In terms of car machine, Leapmotor C16 is equipped with a very strong performance Snapdragon 8295P chip as standard, and the car machine system is Leapmotro OS, which is smooth to operate and has a refreshing interface.
In addition,Leap Run C16There is also a large overhead screen in the back row,It can be folded up,Although the size is not ideal,But this point is still a scarce configuration within 200,000 yuan。
In terms of audio, Leap C16The standard 12 speakers are already excellent, and the whole system can also be equipped with high-end audio with Dolby Atmos, and the number of speakers is as high as 21, which basically catches up with the specifications of high-end models of more than 25 to 300,000 yuan.
Although this set of audio and rear large screens, as well as brand wheels, ambient lights and other configurations, are in the optional package with a price of 10,000 yuan, but C16 has a limited time of 7,000 yuan of optional coupons, and the actual price of a complete set of optional packages is only 3,000 yuan, which can be said to be a must to buy a car.
It's a pity that all the Leap C16 series are not equipped with refrigerators, and the front wireless charging does not use 50W fast charging. However, within 200,000 yuan, the overall intelligence and technology configuration of C16 is already full.
The above are the main advantages of Leap C16, but after all, it is a model with a top configuration of less than 200,000 yuan, and there are still some shortcomings under the high cost performance.
1: There is no four-wheel drive in the whole system, and the power of the extended range version is average
Like the C10, the range extension and pure electric versions of the Leap C16 are also only available in the rear-wheel drive version of a single motor, and if there is a demand for four-wheel drive, this car can only pass.
In addition, the power of the extended range version is more general in new energy models, the 1.5L self-priming range extender is only 95 horsepower, and the power of the drive motor has reached 231 horsepower, but due to the large and heavier body, the 0-100km/h acceleration score is close to 8.5 seconds, and there is no problem in coping with daily life, but in the new energy model, it is really not outstanding.
2: The battery capacity of the pure electric version is small and the battery life is average
Compared with the extended range version, the C16 pure electric version uses an 800V high-voltage platform, and is equipped with a higher-power drive motor, reaching 292 horsepower, and 0-100km/h is increased to 6.4 seconds, which is quite excellent for a single-motor model.
However, the C16 pure electric version only has a range of 520 kilometers, and the battery capacity of 67.7kWh also makes people worry about its actual range achievement rate.
On the whole, Leap C16 can be called a cost-effective product, and it has done a good job of core selling points such as 6 seats, large space and comfort. So can such a car become a new hit in the 6-seater new energy SUV market?
Can C16 become a hit?
In addition to the Dongfeng eπ008 that has just been listed, Leap C16 is at the price of 15-200,000 yuan, and there are basically no direct competitors that also focus on space and household use.
The retail sales of the Leap C10, which is positioned as a large five-seater family SUV, reached more than 5,400 units in May this year, which has been quite successful for a relatively niche brand.
In contrast, although the price of Leap C16 is higher, the competitive pressure it faces is smaller than that of C10, because at present, the involution of the market within 200,000 yuan is still concentrated in the traditional five-seater model, and there are still very few new energy products that really hit the price of 6-seat SUV to the range of 15-200,000 yuan.
What's more, Leap C16 is not simply the pursuit of large space and high cost performance, but also in the overall concept and details, really do a good job of home comfort. This is also the fundamental reason why the sales of Leap have steadily climbed and stood out in the camp of new forces.
Of course, limited by brand popularity and sales channels, as well as the production capacity limitations of Leap itself, it is likely that C16 will still be difficult to become a popular model with monthly sales of more than 10,000 units, but it is expected that monthly sales of about 5,000 vehicles can be expected. After C10 and C16 gain a firm foothold, the brand Leap will also enter a new stage, and the future can be expected.
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