Two joint venture medium-sized cars that have been forgotten by the Chinese people. They are powerful and cost-effective, but no one understands them.

In today's mid-size car market, although there are nearly 50 models to choose from, there are still only a few that are really popular, such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Mercedes-Benz C Class, Volkswagen Passat/Magotan, etc. So at this point, people can't help but want to ask: Are those models ranking at the bottom of the sales list really poor in product quality? With this question in mind, today we will take stock of two joint venture medium-sized cars that have been forgotten by the Chinese people. They are powerful, have sufficient materials, and are cost-effective. Unfortunately, no one understands them. I won’t say much below, but quickly take a look at which two models they are. Car model.

The first model, Peugeot 508L

In February, Peugeot 508L sold 117 new cars in one day, ranking 41st in the mid-size car sales list, and There are only 7 models behind it, which shows how poor its sales performance is. To be honest, I really feel sorry for the Peugeot 508L that no one cares about it today. After all, whether it is the driving texture of the chassis or the appearance and interior styling, the Peugeot 508L can be said to be as good as the top players in the mid-size car sales list. Therefore, it is really unsatisfactory that such a good car cannot be sold. We know what Chinese people are thinking when buying cars.

Fortunately, Dongfeng brands launched the "Strongest Car Purchase Discount Season in Hubei History" in March, including the Dongfeng Peugeot brand. As for the 508L model, it can currently enjoy a comprehensive subsidy of 40,000 yuan. After conversion, the 1.6T minimum model with a guide price of 159,700 yuan can now be purchased for only 119,700 yuan. For those in Hubei For provincial consumers, such discounts are still very attractive.

Finally, in my opinion, the chassis driving quality of the Peugeot 508L is definitely one of the best in its class. In terms of power, if you choose the 1.8T version, then the maximum power output of 211 horsepower and The peak torque of 300 N·m is completely sufficient for daily household use. In addition, the 1.8T engine is matched with an 8AT gearbox, and the quality is reassuring. The comprehensive fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is also about 8.2L, and it is filled with No. 92 gasoline, so the overall car cost is not very high.

It’s a pity that for such a good car, even if it is offered with a discount of 40,000 in Hubei Province, no one is willing to buy it. Do you know the reason for this? Let me tell you to give everyone some advice~

The second model, DS 9

The last mid-size car that has been forgotten by the Chinese people, it is really completely forgotten. Chinese people have forgotten about it. In February, it only sold 19 new cars, which can be said to be the bottom of sales. Some friends may be familiar with this car, it is DS 9. As a French luxury brand, DS has not had much success in China. When it entered the country, even the brand name DS was nicknamed "Diao Si" by netizens, which shows how much this brand has been spoiled by netizens.

Today, the main sedan sold by the DS brand in China is the DS 9. The price of this medium-sized car is 254,900-349,900 yuan. In the medium-sized car market of joint venture brands, such a price is obviously too high. Not cheap. Perhaps due to its high price, or perhaps due to the declining brand influence of the DS brand in China, DS 9 only sold 336 new cars last year. It is a joint venture mid-size model that has been forgotten by the Chinese people. car.

In terms of product strength, the appearance of DS 9 is definitely unique and eye-catching. There are few in its class that can be more distinctive than it. Entering the car, the interior atmosphere of DS 9 is also luxurious enough and the luggage style is rich. Sitting in it feels like being in a luxury bag, which is very French romantic.

As for power, all DS9 series are equipped with a 1.6T engine as standard, which may be why it is not popular among consumers. After all, 1.6T sounds like a very low displacement and cannot meet the face-saving needs of Chinese people. Fortunately, the gearbox is equipped with an 8AT, and the driving experience of the new car is better than that of the Peugeot 508L. I think this is also related to the soft and hard adjustable magic carpet suspension equipped on its high-end models.

In general, DS 9 can be said to be a French medium-sized car that combines romance and practicality. Although its sales performance is poor, this does not prevent it from being a good car, because it is a good car. There are often few people who understand it, and if you want to get it, you really have to give up more. This is obviously unrealistic in today's society, so it doesn't sell well. This is my understanding.

Written at the end: The two forgotten joint venture mid-size cars introduced today are both on the verge of being discontinued. Peugeot 508L, as the representative of French cars in the mid-range sedan market, has nothing to say about its appearance, interior, and chassis quality. The current price is still pretty good, but the brand influence is declining day by day, causing Chinese people to feel that this brand has no face. , there is no future, so I would rather give up and buy it.

As for the DS 9, although the car is good and looks and feels like it has a luxurious French feel to it, the car has sold too few in China and has almost no reputation. The price is extremely high, so it’s normal that few people buy it. In conclusion, although these two models today are both good cars, no one is willing to pay for them. It can be seen that in the market, good cars alone are not enough. They also need comprehensive strength in many aspects. This is not the case. Do you know if you agree? Leave a message in the comment area and let’s discuss it together. (Text/Youshi Automobile Dazhuo)

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