The span of the MPV market is actually very huge. You can easily find MPVs starting from tens of thousands of yuan to millions of yuan. So if you want to recommend an MPV model with low price, low cost and large space, then the new energy model must be the first choice, such as the one we are going to test drive todayReifeng M3 PLUS HEV model. This car will use an extended-range hybrid mode with a 2.0L engine + P1 generator + P4 drive motor connected in series, which not only retains the usage habits of fuel vehicles, but also achieves the driving experience of a pure electric vehicle.
Before we officially start, let’s take a look at the exterior and interior design of this car. In terms of appearance, Refine M3 PLUS HEV maintains the same appearance design as the regular model, including the use of a family-style front face design. From a distance, you can tell that this is a Refine MPV model.
The new car will be available in three configurations, but these models all use halogen headlights and do not include the currently popular LED light source. Fortunately, the vehicle is equipped with LED daytime running lights, which overall looks more in line with current design elements. The front of the vehicle is also equipped with front fog lights, which is a configuration that many MPV models do not have.
The design of the center grille still adopts the horizontal grille shape. Although there are not too many lines, the overall sense of strength and heaviness is still very strong. The LOGO on the front of the car is also placed on the center grille, which is more recognizable. . The design of the front bumper still retains the through-type shape, and the chrome decoration is just right.
There are no lines on the side of the car body, but it retains the look that an MPV should have. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 5145x1765x1900mm, and the wheelbase is 3110mm. However, as an MPV model, the car is only equipped with a sliding door on the right side, and the left side is completely sealed, which is a bit inconvenient for passengers to get in and out.
The new car will use 15-inch wheels and present a plum blossom shape, which looks relatively novel and fashionable. It is matched with 205/65 R15 Chaoyang tires, which also satisfy the vehicle's passability and riding comfort to the greatest extent. It is fully capable of pulling people or carrying objects.
The shape of the tail is also simple and clear. The entire rear tailgate adopts a straight shape, and the height of the floor is also relatively reasonable, making it easy to access the items in the trunk. The design of the taillight set is also very simple, using halogen bulbs as the light source, which will make future maintenance easier.
As an MPV model focusing on the commercial market, the trunk space of Refine M3 PLUS HEV is also very huge. Even when the third row of seats is opened, the trunk still retains one of the few spaces in its class. If If the third row of seats is stowed away, the entire trunk space will continue to be expanded to meet the needs of different users.
In terms of interior, Ruifeng M3 PLUS HEV uses a more fashionable design, and the overall look is more like an SUV model, especially the central control position, the combination of different colors and patterns, and the high-gloss black panel embellishment , making the interior of this car look more classy.
The steering wheel feels quite good and is equipped with multi-function buttons. The left part is mainly used to control the vehicle's cruise control function and instrument display, while the right part is mainly used to control entertainment, volume, voice interaction and other functions. It is also very easy to operate. Convenient, blind operation can be achieved after a little familiarity.
The instrument panel uses a combination of traditional mechanical instruments and a middle LCD screen. The left part displays the vehicle's power consumption output and kinetic energy recovery intensity, which looks very intuitive, while the right part displays the vehicle's speed. The LCD screen in the middle can display the vehicle's gear position, water temperature, fuel level, output current, vehicle status and other information.
The new car will be equipped with a 10.25-inch floating central control screen, which also integrates online navigation, online entertainment, voice interaction, reversing images and other information, which is completely sufficient to meet the needs of daily use. There is no way to customize the vehicle's driving mode and kinetic energy recovery intensity, and can only follow the manufacturer's factory settings.
The traditional air conditioning buttons are retained at the bottom of the screen. I personally think this design is very practical. Not only is it more direct to operate, but it can also be easily operated blindly once you are familiar with it. However, this model is not equipped with a seat heating function, and there will still be a slight chill when starting the vehicle in winter.
The design of the car's gear handle is quite interesting, especially in terms of gear layout. The forward gear is designed on the left, and if you pull it down, it is the reverse gear, so you need to get a little familiar with it when you drive this car for the first time. , otherwise it will be easy to shift into the wrong gear. On the right side of the gear handle are the electronic handbrake and automatic handbrake switches, which are relatively convenient to use.
In terms of seats, the new car will be covered in leather, and the overall ride comfort is pretty good. However, all seats in the car are manually adjusted, which is a bit disappointing. Fortunately, the armrests of the front seats are very considerate and can be adjusted at multiple angles.
The second row of seats in the new car adopts an independent layout design. The two separate seats also enhance the class of the vehicle. The second row of seats are equipped with armrests on both sides, but the front and rear positions and backrests are also adjustable. It is done manually, but considering the price and usage scenarios, this configuration is completely sufficient.
The third row of seats adopts a 5/5 ratio layout. The softness of the seat cushion and backrest is also very good, and the angle of the backrest can be adjusted. The legroom and headroom of the third row are also excellent, even if Even adults will not feel crowded even if they ride for a long time.
In terms of power, Refine M3 PLUS HEV uses a hybrid combination of an intelligent power generation system (2.0L engine + generator) + high-power battery + P4 drive motor. The engine does not directly drive the vehicle, but drives the motor and battery. Power supply is provided, thereby achieving the driving experience of a pure electric vehicle while retaining the usage habits of fuel vehicles.
The vehicle's power output in the starting stage is very sufficient, and it uses rear-drive mode, which is also very suitable for the use of MPV. The vehicle's acceleration performance in the middle and rear sections is also worthy of recognition. When you want to overtake, just step on the accelerator pedal and you will get sufficient power without any feeling of weakness.
In terms of quietness, a lot of work has been done on this car, including the sealing of the glass, the sound insulation of the engine, the noise reduction of the chassis, etc., coupled with the blessing of tires with thick sidewalls, making this car drive quieter and smoother. However, when the engine is involved in work, there will still be some noise and vibration transmitted into the car. I still hope this can be improved.
In terms of controllability, the vehicle's steering wheel is very light and can be operated with one hand. In addition, the vehicle has good visibility, so driving will feel easier. A separate small window is also added to the A-pillar to facilitate the driver's observation while also effectively avoiding the occurrence of blind spots.
In terms of passability, the performance of Ruifeng M3 PLUS HEV is also very good. However, the actual use scenario of the vehicle is taken into consideration, so the design of the rear bridge also increases the bouncing feeling of the vehicle during idling. However, if there are passengers or When pulling cargo, the bouncing feeling will be greatly reduced.
The vehicle's kinetic energy recovery is a very eye-catching configuration in my opinion. It's not that this function is new, but because the kinetic energy recovery setting of this car is very comfortable. When we are driving at high speed, the deceleration effect of the vehicle is very obvious after releasing the accelerator pedal, and the kinetic energy recovery can also reach the maximum; when we are driving at low speed, its kinetic energy recovery is not very abrupt, and the overall performance is very good. of comfort and intelligence.
In terms of intelligent driving, the car does not have many functions. For many drivers who drive long distances, a cruise control is a very useful configuration. It can not only ensure the vehicle's driving speed and energy output, but also maintain a certain speed. Improve driving safety to a certain extent. At the same time, the vehicle is also equipped with a reversing image, and it would be even more perfect if a 360° panoramic image could be added.
Summarize:
Refine M3 PLUS HEV actually fills the gap in the 100,000-class HEV hybrid MPV market. Although its usage scenarios are more for commercial transportation, its good comfort and economical fuel consumption performance also make it have more competitive strength. So as a professional freight driver, would you consider this economical and practical MPV model?
