Exeed LX Zhuifeng, facelift 2023 C-DM 1.5 TCI (326 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid DHT

Exeed LX:

The Exeed LX or Exeed Zhuifeng in China is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by Chery under the Exeed premium brand.
The design of the production Exeed LX is previewed by the Exeed LX concept car released in 2018.
In July 2019, the production Exeed LX compact crossover was revealed based on the same platform as the first generation Chery Tiggo 7 while featuring restyled front and rear ends. Exeed is the premium brand of Chery marketed towards the European market, and the LX is the second model under the brand following the Exeed TX. Interior-wise, the LX designs are completely different from Tiggo 7, with the instrument panel and multimedia screen integrated as a single set. The central console is floating and houses the gearshift knob and the digital air conditioning controls....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Zhuifeng, facelift 2023 Overview:

Exeed LX (Zhuifeng, facelift 2023). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1656 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Exeed LX. About 309 comments were scanned, 54 comments (17.48% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 51 negative comments (16.5% of the total comments). The remaining 204 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Decent ICE-only acceleration: 7 sec.
• High combined output: 326 hp and 545 Nm.
• Strong electric motor: 170 hp and 315 Nm.
• Battery technology: Lithium-ion (Li-Ion).
• Efficient fuel consumption: 1.76 L/100 km combined.
• Decent 0–100 km/h time: 7 sec.
• Strong weight-to-power: ≈ 196.1 hp/tonne.
• Good weight-to-torque: ≈ 333.3 Nm/tonne.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent type McPherson, rear: Independent multi-link suspension) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Electric power steering improves efficiency and feel.
• Reasonable curb weight (1656 kg).
• Lower CO₂ emissions in electric mode.

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 156 hp.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Limited electric range: 80 km.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 4/5

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Specifications:

General:

  Brand: Exeed
  Model: LX
  Generation: Zhuifeng, facelift 2023
  Modification (Engine): C-DM 1.5 TCI (326 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid DHT
  Start of production: April, 2023
  Powertrain Architecture: PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
  Body type: SUV
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Engine systems: Start & Stop System
  Power: 156 Hp
  Power per litre: 104.1 Hp/l
  Torque: 230 Nm
  Engine Model/Code: SQRE4T15C
  Engine displacement: 1498
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 4
  Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection
  Engine aspiration: Turbocharger, Intercooler
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol / electricity
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 1.76 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (WLTC): 1.76 l/100 km
  Emission standard: China VI b
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 7 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 7 sec
  Maximum speed: 180 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 5.1 kg/Hp, 196.9 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 3 kg/Nm, 329.1 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 6.7 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1656
  Fuel tank capacity: 60 l

Size:

  Length: 4538 mm
  Width: 1848 mm
  Height: 1699 mm
  Wheelbase: 2670 mm
  Front track: 1570 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1570 mm

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 3
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DHT
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs
  Rear brakes: Disc
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering
  Tires size: 225/60 R18
  Wheel rims size: 18
  Front suspension: Independent type McPherson
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link suspension

Electric:

  Gross battery capacity: 19.27 kWh
  Battery technology: Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
  Battery location: Below the floor, under the front seats
  System power: 326 Hp
  System torque: 545 Nm
  All-electric range: 80 km
  Electric motor power: 170 Hp
  Electric motor Torque: 315 Nm
  Electric motor location: Between the combustion engine and the transmission
  Electric motor type: Synchronous
  All-electric range (WLTC): 80 km