Although oil prices fell in early December, they are not cheap. Taking Beijing as an example, 92-proof gasoline still costs 7.97 yuan/liter. Combined with the 23 oil price adjustments that have been implemented in 2022, The increase accounted for 13 times, which makes people worry that oil prices will remain high next year. Therefore, many consumers are more willing to choose plug-in hybrid models, which have low energy consumption and no mileage anxiety. However, there are many plug-in hybrid models on the market. Especially independent brands, excellent products, such as Song PLUS New Energy and Macchiato DHT PHEV, are both premium Chinese plug-in hybrids. Who will you choose?
Since it is a plug-in hybrid model, the most important thing is naturally the power system. Song PLUS New Energy has two options: 1.5L and 1.5T. The former focuses on low energy consumption, while the latter has better power performance. Among them, the 1.5L hybrid model has a maximum engine power of 81kW, a maximum torque of 135N·m, a front motor power of 145kW, a total torque of 325N·m, and is matched with an E-CVT transmission. The overall driving experience is similar to that of a pure electric model, and the fuel consumption is also It is very low. Among them, the NEDC model with a pure electric range of 51km consumes only 4.4L even if it is driven by the engine only. The 110km version has a heavier body due to the larger battery capacity, and the fuel consumption is slightly higher at 4.5L, but because of the pure electric The driving distance is longer and the overall fuel consumption is actually lower.
Song PLUS New Energy also has a four-wheel drive model, equipped with front and rear dual motors. The total power of the motor is 265kW and the maximum torque is 360N·m. The 1.5T turbocharged engine has a maximum power of 360N·m. 102kW, maximum torque of 231N·m, matched with E-CVT transmission, acceleration is fast and smooth, the official acceleration time from 0 to 100 seconds is 5.9 seconds, it is one of the fastest acceleration models in its class, while also maintaining low fuel consumption , the fuel consumption in the power outage state is only 5.2L/100km.
Looking at the Macchiato DHT PHEV, all series are front-wheel drive models, equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 71kW and a maximum torque of 125N·m. The electric motor has a power of 115kW and a total torque of 250N·m, the advantage lies in the matching DHT 2-speed adjustable gearbox. Although the structure is relatively complex, it can help the system realize intelligent switching between series/parallel modes, allowing the engine and electric motor to maintain high-efficiency operation, and ultimately accelerate to 100 kilometers. It only takes 7.2 seconds, and the fuel consumption is 4.4L/100km, both at the mainstream level in the same class.
Song PLUS New Energy and Macchiato DHT PHEV are both positioned as household SUVs, and most consumers who choose household SUVs attach great importance to space performance. The body size of Song PLUS New Energy is 4705mm*1890mm*1680mm. The distance is 2765mm, which is ahead of similar models such as CR-V. Some data have even reached the level of medium-sized SUVs, and the space performance is naturally excellent.
Looking at the Macchiato DHT PHEV, the body length, width, and height are 4520mm, 1855mm, and 1665mm respectively, and the wheelbase reaches 2710mm. Although it is smaller than the Song PLUS New Energy, it is still compact. It's pretty average among SUVs. Coupled with its excellent design, its space performance is pretty good, and it's more than enough for home use.
Finally, let’s talk about the appearance. Song PLUS DM-i adopts BYD’s proud “Dragon Face” design language. The large-sized polygonal grille is very visually impactful, and the split headlights on both sides It is also a popular design element at the moment. The side of the car body also has a sense of design. The slightly curved waistline creates an elegant and slender visual effect. The through-type taillights at the rear of the car are also very recognizable. Objectively speaking, Song PLUS DM -i looks young and sporty, and judging from market performance, it is also very successful.
Macchiato DHT PHEV also has a sense of design. It looks solid and heavy overall. The front face has a sharp shape. The large-size hexagonal grille is supplemented by a chrome-plated grille. It is exquisite and fashionable. It's simple and muscular, with a strong overall sense of layering at the rear. The high-mounted brake lights and rear wing are very recognizable, and also enhance the sense of sportiness.
Entering the car, Song PLUS DM-i and Macchiato DHT PHEV both create a good sense of luxury. The former adopts the design language of the Dynasty family, the overall is simple and avant-garde, and has a built-in 12.3-inch LCD The instrument panel and the 15.6-inch rotatable floating central control screen concentrate almost all functions, and are full of technology.
The interior of the Macchiato DHT PHEV also has a relatively traditional design, with a 9.2-inch LCD instrument and a 14.6-inch suspended central control screen. The sense of technology is quite good. Some physical buttons are retained below the central control screen, which is practical. The performance is good, and the application of a large number of soft materials and leather materials also creates a good texture.
As representative Chinese brand plug-in hybrid SUVs, Song PLUS DM-i and Macchiato DHT PHEV both have good power and energy consumption performance, but the former has more choices, regardless of focusing on energy consumption. Regardless of whether you focus on power, you can find a suitable choice. The latter is more versatile. Its power and energy consumption performance are quite satisfactory, but it lacks characteristics. In addition, although the space performance of the latter is at the mainstream level, it is still slightly inferior to Song PLUS DM-i. They are obviously inferior. As for the appearance and interior, the two cars have their own characteristics. As for which one to choose, it mainly depends on personal needs and preferences.
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