Compact size, convenient parking, Hongguang MINI EV test drive experience!

SAIC-GM-Wuling has a slogan: Wuling will build whatever the people need. People need a good helper to get rich, so Wuling created the "Qiu Mingshan Magic Car". People need masks, so Wuling goes to make them. Now people need a mobility scooter, and Wuling has created today's protagonist-Hongguang MINI EV. The new car has been officially launched at the Chengdu Auto Show, with a starting price of RMB 28,800, which is very affordable. How does it feel to drive this Hongguang MINI EV, known as the "people's scooter"? Today’s article will take you through it. The new car is positioned as a micro electric car, and its main features are economy, practicality and convenience. At present, Hongguang MINI EV has been officially launched, with 3 models launched, with a price range of 28,800-38,800 yuan. The new car uses a lithium iron phosphate battery pack with a capacity of 9.3kWH and 13.9kWH. The cruising range under NEDC operating conditions is 120km and 170km respectively. If it is only used as a means of transportation to and from get off work, it can fully meet the needs of use.

In terms of power, the test car is equipped with a drive motor with a maximum power of 20kW and a peak torque of 85N·m; in terms of battery pack, the new car will be equipped with three batteries from Huating (Hefei) Power Technology Co., Ltd. Yuan lithium-ion battery pack, the capacity version is 144Ah, so its cruising range can reach 170km.

The transmission system is matched with a fixed-ratio gearbox and adopts a knob-type shifting design, which enhances the sense of refinement. Also note that it cancels the P gear, and you need to engage the N gear and apply the handbrake when parking.

My first impression of Hongguang MINI EV is that it has a relatively high sitting position and a good field of vision. Secondly, the steering feel and "electric door" pedal are relatively light, which is very suitable for urban transportation. The most important point is that in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou where there are many people with cars, Hongguang MINI EV's flexible and compact body has great advantages.

When you hear the title of "People's Scooter", you know that Hongguang MINI EV must focus on smoothness and flexibility when driving in the city. In these two aspects, Hongguang MINI EV has done a good job. The "switch" is not impatient and everything is just right, ensuring the smoothness of the vehicle operation to the greatest extent, allowing the driver and passengers to have a very comfortable driving environment.

Hongguang MINI EV is also equipped with a Sport mode, but it is not very different from the normal mode. It is only more sensitive in the initial stage of the "switch" pedal. After all, as a city scooter, running fast is not the most important thing.

During this test drive, we went to popular business districts such as Shanghai Fengqing Street. Even on weekday afternoons, parking spaces are very crowded. At this time, Hongguang MINI EV can easily find a suitable parking spot with its short body size. You can even park two cars in one parking space, which made many passers-by look at you with envy.

The appearance of the cute-looking Hongguang MINI EV reflects its individuality through optimization of details. More horizontal lines are added to the front of the car to modify it, which widens the visual effect of the front of the car, but the overall feeling is still very cute.

Hongguang MINI EV*** has four body colors for consumers to choose from: starry sky blue, nebula white, star rhyme pink, and star glory gold. The China Open uses a closed design commonly used in new energy vehicles, and has made many personalized designs on both sides of the central logo, making the vehicle look younger and more fashionable.

The charging port of the new car is located under the logo on the front of the car. When the vehicle is unlocked, you only need to gently press the right side of the logo to open it, which is very convenient. In the slow charging state, a model with a battery capacity of 9.3kWh takes 6.5 hours; a model with a battery capacity of 13.9kWh takes about 9 hours.

The side of the new car is still very compact. Thanks to the short body size, it is very convenient when parking. In terms of body size, its length, width and height are: 2917/1493/1621mm, and the wheelbase is only 1940mm.

The shape of the rear of the car is relatively square, and the taillights also echo well with the headlights, making the vehicle look more fashionable. There are two reversing radars under the rear of the car, which maximizes the safety while driving.

Simple interior? The interior adopts a very simple design technique, and the lines are used just right, making the interior look very comfortable. It is also worth mentioning that the two-color design is used in the center control panel, which further enhances the sophistication of the interior.

This test drive is equipped with a full LCD instrument panel, with clear display and high system fluency. Driving information such as cruising range can be displayed in the lower left corner of the instrument panel.

The control area in the lower left corner of the steering wheel is equipped with switch/reset buttons for tire pressure, fog lights, and LCD instrument panel information.

The air conditioner and radio areas are designed with physical buttons, which are simple and easy to operate. The edges of this area are embellished with orange, making the interior look young and energetic.

There are two storage bags under the air-conditioning control area, which are very convenient for storing mobile phones, wallets and other items. In terms of configuration, all Hongguang MINI EV series are equipped with ABS, tire pressure monitoring and reversing radar as standard: there are 2 child safety seat interfaces in the rear row.

The new car adopts a two-door and four-seater design. The front seats are made of fabric, with thick cushions and a moderately soft and hard ride, so you won't feel tired after a long ride.

After the test drive experience, I was thinking about a question repeatedly. If you commute to get off work within 30 kilometers every day and use the car regularly, will you buy this Hongguang MINI EV? After thinking about it, I seem to have no reason not to choose it. After all, Hongguang MINI EV is a "little cute" that can be driven on the road legally, is petite, priced at an affordable price, and has a cruising range that can meet the needs of commuting to get off work. So overall, Hongguang MINI EV is still a very recommended model to buy.