At the 2016 Beijing Auto Show, the China Automotive Research Center announced the first batch of C-NCAP crash results in 2016. From January 11 to April 15, 2016, a total of 7 models from 1 independent brand and 6 joint venture brands participated in the test. It is reported that the Senya S80 1.5L manual 7-seat urban version has become the most unsafe model in history since the establishment of the collision system by China Automotive Research. The lowest score of the car among the seven models was 21.6 points, and it was certified with one star.
Xinxenya S80 1.5L Manual 7-seat City Edition Total score: 21.6 points (one star)
This Xenya S80 is nearly equipped with a driver’s airbag, while the passenger’s airbag, side airbag, ESC, and front passenger seat belt test prompt device are not equipped. This shows that in collisions, that is, frontal collisions, offset collisions, and side collisions, the owner and passengers have great safety risks in the head, chest, and legs.
But the price of this model is only 50,000 yuan, it is conceivable that the cost is lower, in such a low cost situation, the lack of various configurations is understandable. It is even conceivable that if the same price model on the market is taken to the crash test, the results will be similar. But understanding is one thing, acceptance is another, after all, 50,000 can’t offset safety and life.
Kia K5 1.6T LUX DCT
Overall score: 58.2 points (5 stars)
For a long time, Korean cars have given us the inherent impression of dynamic appearance, large space, full configuration, and high cost performance, but the manufacturer obviously has a longer-term pursuit, such as the safety part that everyone is not optimistic about. The Kia K5 participated in the crash test, with a total score of 58.2 points, which is the highest score of the seven models participating in the test. It won the five-star title, which has to be said to be a bit unexpected.
In October last year, the Kia K5 was newly launched, with significant improvements in design, workmanship, materials, configuration, space and power. But looking at March sales, Kia K5 sales still need to be improved compared to rivals such as Borui and Sonata. If you are too obsessed with the concept of unsafe Korean cars, maybe the five-star review of the K5 will be a little helpful.
Edge 2.0L GTDi two-wheel drive Hero
Overall score: 56.5 points (5 stars)
Ford Edge has attracted the attention of many wait-and-see consumers with its cost-effective configuration and large size space of seven seats. The 2.0L GTDi two-wheel drive Hero model participating in the collision is priced at 299,800 yuan, which is a 7-seat model, which is very suitable for two-child families.
In May 2015, the domestic Changan Ford Edge was officially launched, selling more than 3,000 units per month at the beginning to more than 9,000 units in March this year, proving that Edge has been certified by more and more consumers, and Highlander has also begun to catch up.
Road Shaker 2.0T Automatic 4WD Deluxe Edition Total score: 55.8 points (five-star)
The Ford Road Shaker has left behind a standard American tough guy image, but this image is not well received by domestic consumers. Sales have been mediocre, with only 215 units sold in March this year. The five-star collision rating of 55.8 points is a good opportunity. On the one hand, it shows its face, and on the other hand, it expresses that the Road Shaker is very safe.
At present, the Road Shaker Smart is sold in the Jiangling Ford 4S store that sells commercial vehicles, but the number of 4S stores is relatively small. In addition, the Road Shaker is a brand new model, even if it is under the Ford brand, it cannot reverse this disadvantage in a short time.
New Speed Pie 330TSI DSG Zhixing Edition Total score: 55.5 points (five-star)
From the detailed collision score of Suppai, it scored a low score in the seat whipping test, only 2.62 points, while most models can reach 3 points in this category. Therefore, in the event of a rear-end collision, everyone should pay attention to self-protection of the neck and reduce injuries.
Speed Pie is also a medium-sized car that wants to catch fire but doesn’t catch fire. It looks good and has a large size. The power part provides 1.4TSI 150 horsepower/250 Nm + 5-speed manual/7-speed dual clutch, which fully considers the aesthetic needs of the Chinese market in all aspects. However, the sales volume in March was 2449 units, which was not ideal. The poor sales may be due to the fact that in many people’s impression, Speed Pie has its own middle-aged and elderly atmosphere.
Dongfeng Peugeot 308S 1.2T Automatic Jinchi Edition Total score: 55.1 points (five-star)
The sales of the 308S can also be described as dismal, with 596 units sold in March, which is not one or two points worse than the Golf, Fox and other competitors. However, the five-star certification of this collision can be regarded as consolation, at least proving that it is a Taiwan safety car.
Why didn’t this overseas original imported hatchback become as popular as Peugeot expected? It may be because the SUV momentum has been too hot in the past two years, and few people have paid attention to the hatchback market. In addition, there are Golf, Fox, and Cruze, and other cars are a bit difficult to come up with.
Vitra 1.4T automatic luxury overall score: 54.5 points (five stars)
The safety of the Vitra has long been certified. In the 2015 E-NCAP annual test, the Suzuki Vitra had the best performance in the small SUV category. Although its sales abroad and at home were tepid, its crash results were truly impressive.
Compared with small SUVs such as the Ruifeng S3, Changan CS35 and Haval H2 in its own brands, Vitra’s sales in the early 4,000 months can be described as a bit poor. It is understandable to think of Suzuki’s not-so-good situation in China in recent years. (Ma Xiaolan)
