But I still want to see what its real life is like. As we all know, the winter environment tests electric vehicles more than high-speed driving, what's more, this is a NEDC electric vehicle with a battery life of 255km. If we survive the winter, can the spring of electronic golf be far behind?
Next, dry goods are served first, saving everyone time. Talk about its battery life around zero.
fatigue-testing
According to official data, e-Golf is equipped with a 35.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The curb weight is 1573 kg. Look at the ratio of this capacitor+car weight, and basically understand its endurance.
Its endurance display is dynamic, which reflects the rigor and honesty of German electric vehicles. It provides three driving modes, standard, economy and economy+. In different driving modes, different cruising range will be displayed.
65438+On the afternoon of February 24th, the temperature outside the car was below zero 1 degree. I am fully charged and turn the air conditioner to 23 degrees. When fully charged, it will not show the NEDC battery life of 255 kilometers. I tried it alone. In standard mode, the instrument shows cruising range of 2 13km, in economy mode, it shows 2 16km, and in economy+mode, it shows 248km.
Comment on this endurance display first. Temperature above zero 1 degree, fully charged. Even in the most energy-saving economy+ mode, e-Golf still does not display the NEDC battery life of 255km, but displays the battery life of 2 13-248km after dynamic calculation. Although the number is a little small, but very honest, dare to tell the truth to the driver.
Different driving modes and different endurance displays.
Dian Juge has tested his endurance many times in Beijing urban area and expressway Children's Eye. In zero degree environment, the cruising range of e-Golf is about 180-230km, depending on your driving mode, driving speed and temperature. If the driving mode is economical and the air conditioner is preheated, you can drive 180-2 10km. If you choose "Economy+"mode, the cruising range will be around 230km, but the heating effect of air conditioner in this mode is very general. If you drive hard, your battery life will be shorter.
Dian Juge also found that the cruising range of e-Golf is very different at different temperatures and even under different temperature trends. For example, when the temperature drops gradually, it looks like this:
The above is measured at night and at night. At 4 pm, the pile was charged in the company, and the ambient temperature was 2.5 degrees. After charging, I went to Jingyuan, the ambient temperature was 0- 1 degree, and I stopped for about 3 hours in winter night. Then go home by expressway, the ambient temperature is 0 degrees.
The total journey of this test is 39.7km, including 16km high-speed driving. The temperature dropped from 2.5 degrees to 0 degrees. The real endurance rate is 55.9%. This looks a little low. The reason may be that the charge is fast, the charge is not solid, and then the car stops in a cold environment, which consumes a little battery life. In addition, it is also possible that the temperature is getting lower and lower, and the dynamic endurance calculation is conservative, which leads to the rapid decline of endurance.
However, when I left for Wangjing at noon the next day and the ambient temperature rose from 0.5 degrees to 3.5 degrees, the true endurance rate was particularly good. As shown in the figure below:
Charge the gun in the household socket at night. The ambient temperature was 0.5 degrees at noon, and it was 3.5 degrees when I arrived. The total journey is 37.4 km, including high-speed driving 16km. The real endurance rate reached 93.5%. This is quite high.
It is estimated that there are two reasons: one is that the slow charging is relatively solid, and the other is that the temperature is gradually rising at noon. When calculating the dynamic battery life, the on-board computer considers the gradual increase of temperature, which makes it more optimistic and has a higher battery life.
It can be seen that the dynamic endurance display of e-Golf can be adjusted at any time according to the temperature change, which is greatly affected by the temperature. Even if the temperature difference is not big, the temperature trend will also affect the endurance display. The end result is that the endurance display figures are conservative, cautious and more realistic.
These technologies to improve battery life are commendable.
Although the battery capacity is small and the battery life is not too long, e-Golf has several advanced technologies to improve battery life, which are worth mentioning and learning from peers.
One is the heat pump system.
Take a look at the configuration table of e-Golf, which is equipped with a heat pump system to reduce power consumption when heating with air conditioner. Most electric vehicles use PTC heating wires to heat the warm air. Although it is fast, it consumes high power, thus reducing the cruising range. The heat pump system solves this problem. As an additional component of power supply heat (high-pressure heater) and electric air-conditioning compressor, heat pump not only uses the heat of ambient air, but also uses the heat emitted by driving system components. According to the official, through the heat pump system, the cruising range of e-Golf can be saved by as much as 30% when used in winter.
The second is the front windshield, with electric heating wire, which is used to remove fog.
Warm wind is turned on in winter, the air inside the car is warm, and the front windshield will produce a layer of fog, which will affect the driving sight. Air conditioning hot air is also used to defog the front windshield of ordinary electric vehicles. E-Golf uses newer technology to defog the windows. E-Golf has electric heating wires buried in the front windshield, which can clear the driver's clear front view with as little electric energy as possible in a fast enough time. Compared with the traditional warm air heating method, it has higher efficiency and lower power consumption.
When I was driving, I wondered why there were fine lines on the front windshield. Aren't you afraid of affecting your eyesight? Later, it was inferred that this might be an electric heating wire for heating and defogging.
The third is the five-speed braking energy recovery system.
Braking energy recovery is the function of all electric vehicles, but generally three gears are set: high, medium and low. However, e-Golf has set the fifth gear and added a B gear for it.
For the braking energy recovery mode, at first, I couldn't find where the adjustment button was. Later, it was found that walking left and right on the gear lever can bring three different braking energy recovery modes.
In order to improve the battery life, the Germans put a lot of effort into this function, and specially added a B file. From taxi mode to the strongest B gear, * * * has five-level energy recovery modes. Among them, the logic of B gear is basically adjusted according to the single pedal mode, which can provide strong braking force. Almost as soon as the switch is lifted, the vehicle will automatically slow down, which has a strong sense of dragging and does not need to step on the brakes.
Looking at its official data, I didn't find the content of the battery temperature control system. I don't know whether it is equipped with battery intelligent temperature control system or heating system. Perhaps, the battery temperature control will be improved and the battery life will be better.
As for the charging time, it can be said responsibly that the battery pack has a small capacity, so the charging is fast. According to the official, a 40 kW charging pile can increase the power from 0% to 80% in 40 minutes. I tried several times in the fast-filling pile, and it was basically filled within 1 hour.
On the whole, the cruising range of e-Golf is 180-230km in the temperature environment around zero. Its advantage is that the endurance number is solid and more real than other brands. According to this authenticity, the summer endurance should be closer to the NEDC endurance of 255km.
Because the battery capacity is small, in order to improve the endurance, the technology adopted by e-Golf to save electricity is advanced and worth learning. However, the battery capacity of 35.8kwh is too small, even if the energy-saving technology is advanced, it will affect the cruising range and driving experience. Especially in winter, I have to remind myself that I must charge every day, otherwise the battery life may not be enough the next day. Fully charged 200km, the first day 100km, and the rest may not be enough for tomorrow.
Driving quality: the king of electronic control
Endurance is not the advantage of e-Golf, but when it comes to driving experience and control experience, it is different. Driving quality and handling performance are the most obvious advantages of e-Golf.
Golf refueling trucks are famous for their handling performance. E-Golf follows the control advantages such as the chassis suspension of the fuel version, adopts motor drive, and integrates the acceleration performance of electric vehicles. It can be said that it is one of the most controlling advantages in the golf family.
I don't think it's too much to call it "the king of electric control".
Data show that its maximum power is 100 kW and its maximum torque is 290 Nm. It adopts a single-stage fixed transmission ratio reducer. The acceleration time of 0- 100km/h is 9.6 seconds, which doesn't seem to be one of the best, but in actual acceleration, it feels hearty and arbitrary. Especially when the switch is pressed at 80km/h, the speed is still very fast. The speed limit of Tongyan Expressway is 100km/h, and it will be 120km/ h if you are not careful. In the high-speed acceleration stage, there is no feeling of lack of stamina.
So is its handling performance. When driving in the city, its performance doesn't seem to be ahead, but when driving at high speed, you will immediately feel its excellent handling quality. I feel that I have put a lot of effort into suspension, neither fine nor hard. In addition, its body length is only 4270mm, compact, and the overtaking lane is quite flexible, like a sharp knife shuttling through the traffic. One word to describe mobility is "flowing".
To sum up, when driving at low speed, its Excellence will be buried and ignored. When driving at high speed, you can feel that the control is very good. And the longer you experience it, the more you feel that its sense of control superiority is slowly revealed. Then I experienced several models of other brands. In contrast, I think its handling quality really deserves its reputation.
After reading the technical data of e-Golf, I understand the reasons for its excellent control. Initially, e-Golf was equipped with XDS electronic differential system, which was usually assembled on sports cars. XDS electronic differential system can make the vehicle automatically judge when driving in a curve, and automatically apply braking force to the wheels inside the curve at an appropriate time, so as to form a certain speed difference between the inner and outer wheels and help the vehicle pass the curve smoothly and quickly. The driver can hardly feel this braking force.
Its rear suspension is multi-link independent suspension, the front suspension is McPherson independent suspension, the steering system is EPS electric variable speed power steering, leather sports seat+lumbar support, which are the standard for controlling the king.
No wonder.
Of course, the above driving experience is in "standard" or "economy" mode. If you are in the "economy+"mode, the handling performance will converge a lot, which is a bit like the feeling of chopping vegetables with a wooden knife. Because in this mode, improving the cruising range is the main purpose, all the control experiences are as concession as possible.
It turns out that e-Golf has set different dynamic characteristics for three driving modes. Parameters such as power output characteristics and energy recovery characteristics are automatically adjusted to meet different use requirements. Maximum speed in standard mode 150km/h, automatic air conditioner in standard operation mode, and maximum power of electric drive device available; In the economic mode, the maximum speed is limited to 1 15km/h, the automatic air conditioner is in the most energy-saving economic mode, and the power of the electric drive device is correspondingly reduced; In the economy+ mode, the maximum speed is limited to 90km/h, at this time, the heating and cooling functions of the automatic air conditioner will be turned off, but the blower and normal defrosting functions can still be used, and the power of the electric drive device will be further reduced.
In a word, the design and consideration of e-Golf are very precise. So I think it is more suitable for people who like driving and controlling to choose electronic golf.
Safety+comfort configuration highlights
As an imported car from Germany, there is no need to worry about the battery safety performance of e-Golf, which meets the safety level of European regulations.
Because it is a well-controlled electric car, the safety configuration of e-Golf is also rich. There is only one configuration version of the whole vehicle. Passive safety configuration includes primary and secondary airbags and front side airbags. Driver's knee airbag? Co-pilot airbag control switch, air curtain penetrating the head, etc.
Active safety configuration includes Electronic Stability System (ESP), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Driving Acceleration Slip Adjustment (ASR), Electronic Differential System (EDL), Engine Torque Control System (EDTC), Parking Assist and Reversing Radar, Cruise Control, Tire Pressure Warning System and XDS Electronic Differential System.
In practical use, the vehicle radar is more practical, and the radar image will display the information of obstacles around the vehicle body to remind drivers to avoid. Electronic handbrake +autohold is also standard.
Reversing radar chart
In terms of lighting, e-Golf is equipped with LED headlights, with automatic height adjustment+follow-up steering, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights and other functions.
E-Golf's exterior rearview mirror is also a high-tech highlight. It not only has the functions of electric adjustment and electric folding, but also can defrost by electric heating. A welcome light is installed below it to provide lighting for getting on and off at night. After locking the parking door, you also know how to turn it over automatically, which is convenient to get in and out when the space is small.
As can be seen from the above security configuration, the security level of e-Golf is quite high.
There is a safety design worth mentioning. When braking energy is recovered, the brake light will automatically light up according to the braking degree of energy recovery, effectively preventing rear-end collision. This is worth learning from many electric vehicles. Many electric vehicles do not have this function, and it is easy to cause rear-end collision by recycling braking energy.
In terms of comfort, e-Golf is equipped with dual-zone independent temperature control automatic air conditioning. The front seats have three-stage heating function. If you don't want to turn on the warm air in winter, seat heating can alleviate the pain of cold. In addition, one-button start and keyless entry system are also standard in the whole system.
Although the e-Golf is not long, it has a wheelbase of 26,365,438+0 mm and spacious front and rear rows. The rear seats can be folded, and the trunk volume is 34 1- 123 1 liter. In short, in terms of space and comfortable configuration, you can refer to the Golf Fuel Edition.
Finally, e-Golf adds several blue elements, especially the blue decorative strip running through the front face, which makes the appearance cool.
Automatic driving+car networking
E-Golf is only equipped with a constant-speed endurance system, so there is no automatic driving function. However, e-Golf is equipped with the latest upgraded version of 3.0 automatic parking system, which supports lateral parking and vertical parking, as well as the function of vertical entry and exit of the front of the car. This makes it smarter.
In terms of car networking, e-Golf is equipped with Volkswagen car networking, matching with 8-inch high colorful TFT touch screen, supporting real-time road navigation, natural voice control, mobile phone hotspots, mobile phone connection and so on. Support dual-system Baidu Carlife operation? /? APP？ Connect? /? Mirror link.
E-Golf has 12.3-inch full LCD instrument screen, which can be linked with 8-inch central control panel. This is cool, especially useful in navigation.
The data shows that its mobile phone map function not only supports Apple? CarPlay and Volkswagen MirrorLink platforms also support Baidu CarLife platform. The operation mode is a combination of traditional touch screen, voice, physical keys or knobs.
In the actual experience, I feel that its voice control function is not as good as its own brand. Maybe I haven't found the doorway yet. It is suggested that we can learn from Beijing Hyundai and directly adopt Baidu's voice control system.
In addition, the data shows? E-Golf is equipped with Volkswagen car networking, covering more than 20 functions such as calling service, online service and remote monitoring, providing users with free services for up to 4 years. In the call service of Volkswagen's car networking, members in the car can connect to the call center in a few seconds through the three-key modules of iCall, bCall and e call equipped at the top of the front row of the car to carry out different types of related services. For example, find the information of nearby gas stations, restaurants or entertainment places, and after confirmation, the customer service staff can directly push the inquired destination to the car navigation; Through concierge service, customer service staff can provide users with a series of intimate VIP service experiences such as hotel reservation, flight reservation, restaurant reservation, pick-up and drop-off booking, parking service, etc. To meet your overall travel needs.
Because of the short time, I didn't have time to experience this function. Dear friends, you can explore.
Price and summary
This car has only one configuration, and the subsidy price is 240,800. There are also discounts at dealers.
Generally speaking, it is a mid-range electric vehicle with advanced safety technology. The driving quality and workmanship quality are also the standards of imported cars, that is, the battery life is short. Because it is an imported car, the price is also high, which affects competitiveness.
I think it is suitable for people who like manipulation, or people who need to commute in the city, or people who pursue high quality. As a high-quality control scooter in the city, it is fully competent, but it is not suitable for cruising range too far.
In addition, some technologies used in improving endurance and safety are also worth learning and learning from peers.
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