120,000 yuan compact SUVs have always been mainstream products, but also a testimony to the rapid rise of Chinese cars. Products such as the Changan CS75, Geely BoYep and ROEWE RX5 have emerged to give the Chinese people a more cost-effective option while gradually building up trust in national products. With the continuous iterative upgrading of consumer demand, the above mentioned models have been successively replaced, with the current Changan CS75 PLUS, Geely BoYep L, and of course the third generation ROEWE RX5 that we are talking about today.
Unlike other models in its class, the ROEWE RX5 is one of the first products to shout out Internet SUV, and now in its third generation, it also has changes in intelligence, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip and Blue Core power. So is the third-generation ROEWE RX5 worth considering now? Today we're going to take a deep dive and see how it performs.
As a third-generation model, the current third-generation ROEWE RX5 has made a significant design breakthrough, with many elements not previously found in the RX5, and these elements are now more in tune with current consumer aesthetics. The front of the ROEWE RX5 is designed with a phoenix feather grille, which is characterized by the incorporation of daytime running lights on both sides of the grille, which can be controlled from inside the car to represent different emotions.
The third-generation ROEWE RX5's sides are more fluid, using a trendy design like hidden door handles that automatically pop out when the vehicle is unlocked. It also comes with 20-inch wheels, which are larger than the 18/19-inch wheels used in its class. In terms of body size, it has a length, width and height of 4655x1890x1664mm, and a wheelbase of 2765mm, which is not a big difference with the same class of models.
The rear end is angular, with full LED taillights with cutting design, and create the effect of running tail lights. The larger rear wing serves to extend the visual effect, and the bilateral exhaust and spoiler-style surround at the bottom of the rear gives it a sporty rear end.
Inside, the third-generation ROEWE RX5's Oriental mood HMI design gives a nice sense of hierarchy, and it also uses a large area of leather, with an official claim of 98 percent soft cover. At the same time, the details of the third-generation ROEWE RX5 are no less impressive, with crystal handlebars, diamond-patterned lining on the door panels and 256-color ambient lighting to further enhance the interior's sense of class and hierarchy.
In addition, there is a highlight in the car is the 27-inch sliding screen, 4K picture quality plus 300mm left and right sliding distance, which is rare in the same class of vehicles. When the screen is on the main driver's side, it can be used as a regular instrument panel, and on the passenger's side, it can be used as an entertainment screen to meet the needs of different situations. At the same time, the screen has a built-in Loxin intelligent system and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 car chip, which supports voice-free wake-up and continuous voice recognition, making the overall performance in the first tier of independent compact SUVs.
Meanwhile, the intelligent driving part of the third-generation ROEWE RX5 also pays more attention to it, as it is equipped with 28 sensing sensors throughout the vehicle and the latest Horizon Journey® 3 chip. Specific features include full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, lane centering, and road traffic sign recognition.
As for other features inside the car, the third-generation ROEWE RX5 is equipped with a driving recorder, factory ETC, wireless charging for cell phones, 11-speaker BOSE audio and automatic anti-glare interior rearview mirror, etc. The richness of the configuration corresponds to its price, which is considered moderate.
The seats have a one-piece design and are comfortable. The cushions are thick and long enough to support the legs more effectively. Both front seats are electrically adjustable and heated, and the driver's seat has a lumbar adjustment and memory function. The rear seats are also comfortable, with a flat floor and a large panoramic sunroof, so there is plenty of space in the back.
The third generation ROEWE RX5 is equipped with intelligent driving assistance features, but some of you may be more concerned about its passive safety. As we can see from the official website, the third-generation ROEWE RX5 is designed according to five-star safety standards, with 79 percent of the vehicle's high-strength steel, which is a conventional level for its class. One of the more interesting things about the ROEWE RX5 is that it is the only SUV in its class that uses the standard design of a dual-side 25% small offset crash, which is rare.
As for the powertrain, the third generation ROEWE RX5 is equipped with the Blue Core GS61 engine and the new generation DM21 PLUS automatic transmission. The Blue Core 1.5T engine has a maximum horsepower of 188Ps, a maximum torque of 300N-m and a maximum thermal efficiency of nearly 40%, which is still a bright performance.
The tuning of the entire powertrain, the third-generation ROEWE RX5 , has a strong comfort orientation, so the driving experience is relatively easy and smooth. However, this comfort-oriented SUV also has a good driving performance, after all, the engine output is still relatively strong. In the starting phase, there will be a clear acceleration experience when you press the gas pedal, while its steering power is relatively light, which can give the driver a better sense of direction, so it is still relatively easy to get started and looks more comfortable.
For details on its dynamic performance, let's refer to the test made by Know Your Car. The car's measured 0-100km/h acceleration time is 9.69 seconds, which is in line with the level of its class. In terms of fuel consumption, its measured data is 7.15L/100km, while its 100-0km/h braking distance is 37.78m, both of which are not bad. In the elk test, its best entry speed is 73.3km/h. This result also reflects that it is a comfort-oriented model, which is less fun to drive.
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Overall, the third-generation The tuning of the entire powertrain, the third-generation ROEWE RX5 , has a strong comfort orientation, so the driving experience is relatively easy and smooth. However, this comfort-oriented SUV also has a good driving performance, after all, the engine output is still relatively strong. In the starting phase, there will be a clear acceleration experience when you press the gas pedal, while its steering power is relatively light, which can give the driver a better sense of direction, so it is still relatively easy to get started and looks more comfortable.
For details on its dynamic performance, let's refer to the test made by Know Your Car. The car's measured 0-100km/h acceleration time is 9.69 seconds, which is in line with the level of its class. In terms of fuel consumption, its measured data is 7.15L/100km, while its 100-0km/h braking distance is 37.78m, both of which are not bad. In the elk test, its best entry speed is 73.3km/h. This result also reflects that it is a comfort-oriented model, which is less fun to drive.
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Overall, the third-generation ROEWE RX5 has more highlights in all aspects of its performance, especially the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, which opens up a gap in intelligence with its class. Although it does not have a 4WD version to choose from, at a higher price point it offers a super-hybrid model to choose from, with a 6.9 second 100km acceleration time and 3.3L 100km combined fuel consumption that ranks it in front of its class. So in my opinion, if you have certain requirements for smart technology and driving assistance, the third generation ROEWE RX5 is still quite worth considering, after all, it does give a little more at the same price point.ROEWE RX5 has more highlights in all aspects of its performance, especially the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, which opens up a gap in intelligence with its class. Although it does not have a 4WD version to choose from, at a higher price point it offers a super-hybrid model to choose from, with a 6.9 second 100km acceleration time and 3.3L 100km combined fuel consumption that ranks it in front of its class. So in my opinion, if you have certain requirements for smart technology and driving assistance, the third generation ROEWE ROEWE RX5 is still quite worth considering, after all, it does give a little more at the same price point.
