Volkswagen Exploration GTE is a plug-in hybrid SUV with rich configuration and high cost performance.

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There is a huge demand for joint venture medium-sized SUVs in China market, among which Volkswagen Tan Yue has achieved good sales results and is a popular model of this class. Today we are going to talk about Tan Yue GTE, a plug-in hybrid SUV. You can get a green card and see how it performs in all aspects.

Model: Volkswagen Exploration GTE 2023 280TSI Deluxe Plus Advanced Edition, with a guide price of 242,900 yuan. In order to enhance competitiveness, manufacturers have adopted the method of exchanging price for quantity. At present, 4S stores have a discount of about 46,000-50,000 yuan (different regions have different incentives).

Appearance, Tan Yue GTE continues the design style of the fuel version, but the details are slightly different. The front grille is full of horizontal grid chrome trim, and there is a blue GTE logo on the left side, which shows its status as a new energy source. Headlights use LED light source, and there are vertical led strip on both sides of the front wall.

The length, width and height of the vehicle are 4595* 1860* 1664mm respectively. To be honest, it is really embarrassing to put such a figure at the level of medium-sized SUVs, because it is smaller than many domestic mainstream compact SUVs. Fortunately, the wheelbase of Tan Yue GTE has reached 273 1mm, the body is simple and beautiful, and the undulating waistline is very distinctive, which outlines a certain sense of muscle.

The tail is solid and heavy, and the popular through taillights are adopted. The lampshade is blackened and transparent, and the internal structure is clearly visible. After the LED light source is lit, it will present an "X" shape with high recognition, and then the surrounding exhaust port is just a decoration.

In terms of interior, the center console tilts to the driver's side, and various functions are easy to operate. 12 inch floating central control screen is also facing the driver, supporting mobile phone interconnection mapping, voice recognition control, car networking and so on. 10.25 inch full LCD instrument, with clear picture, excellent display effect, comfortable grip of multifunctional steering wheel and heating function.

Equipped with front and rear parking radar, reversing image, full-speed adaptive cruise, economic mode, braking energy recovery, automatic parking, uphill assistance, openable panoramic sunroof, electric suitcase, keyless entry and start, remote start, low-speed driving warning, wireless charging of front mobile phone, electric adjustment of main and co-pilot seats, automatic air conditioning, independent air conditioning in rear row, etc. , and you need to add a 360-degree panoramic image for optional installation.

Safety configuration includes main and passenger seat airbags, front side airbags, front and rear head air curtains, knee airbags, tire pressure display, lane departure warning, lane keeping assistance, active braking, frontal collision warning, etc.

The experiencer with a height of 1.75m sits in the back row, with a leg space of about 2.5 punches and a head space of 1 punch. When three passengers sit side by side, the side space will not be crowded, and the seat is moderate in hardness. However, the middle of the floor is high and the middle cushion is slightly short, which reduces the ride comfort. However, the trunk volume is moderate, and it is enough to pull some daily luggage.

Let's start with the power part. It is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of 1.4T engine and 150 horsepower motor. The maximum power of the system is 155kW, and the maximum torque of the system is 400 n m. The battery is ternary, and the published pure electric cruising range is 46km, which matches the 6-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox.

The motor drive is brisk and the power comes directly and smoothly. In the mixed state, the middle part of the engine also has a good explosive force, and the speed increase will be slightly slower in the later stage, while the gearbox shifts actively and is smooth most of the time, but it is slightly frustrated when it downshifts at low speed to collect oil.

The chassis adopts multi-link independent suspension before McPherson, and the adjustment maintains the solid and steady style of Volkswagen. The suspension has good support for the car body, and the steering wheel is lighter at low speed and becomes heavier with the increase of vehicle speed. Driving at high speed can bring confidence to drivers, but when passing through speed bumps and bad roads, you can feel that the suspension is a little hard and the rear passengers will bump. When encountering unpaved roads, tire noise will easily spread to the car.

Generally speaking, GTE provides great benefits, beautiful appearance, rich configuration, ample space and satisfactory driving experience. However, the cruising range of pure electric vehicles is a bit short, so 1.4T engine manufacturers suggest adding 95 # gasoline.

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