Car ReviewsWhat is the appeal of the Denza D9?
In 2023, Denza’s cumulative sales exceeded 115,911 units, and its main model Denza D9 also ranked as the champion of luxury MPV sales for 11 consecutive months, so it can be said that in the midst of fierce competition among MPVs, the Denza D9 model has gained a firm foothold in the MPV market.
Why is the Denza D9 able to have such high sales? Let’s take a look at how well this car performs.
Appearance
Compared to other models, the Denza D9 DM-i design can be said to be very recognisable; the front part of the large size of the borderless grille occupies most of the area of the front end, and the interior through the silver chrome decoration, visually very aggressive as well as let a person feel very domineering. At the same time, with sharp LED headlights, as well as both sides of the large U-shaped silver chrome, it brings a strong visual impact.
The design of the tail section is generous and stable, and the red tail lamps that run through the tail section make the whole tail section more distinct. At the same time, the tail is also more square in shape, and the overall design can really be seen in the rear part of the car to enhance the recognition of Denza D9 DM-i.
Space
The Denza D9 DM-i’s overall vehicle length, width and height dimensions are 5250x1960x1920mm, with a wheelbase of 3110mm, and in terms of the car’s internal seating, the classic 7-seat layout of 2+2+3 is used. Without the rear seats down, the luggage compartment volume is 410 L. If the rear seats are put down according to the ratio of 40:60, then the luggage compartment volume reaches 2,310 L, which is entirely sufficient for the loading of daily items to transport.
Interior part
The entire interior is designed with hugging surrounds and with leather and wood grain panels, the interior creates a sense of luxury.
As an MPV, it should be used for both family and business, especially in car interior design, to let the boss customers also want their wife and children to like more, so it can not be too out of the ordinary.
I think the Denza D9 interior is just right; the overall design is elegant and quite advanced. A lot of physical buttons are retained, and every function that will be used on a daily basis is done in a very detailed manner. The large centre armrest and doors are almost all covered in soft covering.
Second row feeling
Open the Denza D9 rear door. You can see it. This opening is large enough, with a height of 1.35m; often, tall people get out of the car, which should be quite convenient. Worthy of praise is that the door frame next to the design of a handrail, adults to this child’s height are given you into account. So, it can be said that care for the family from the step of getting in the car has begun.
The seats are made of NAPPA leather and a diamond check pattern, which looks premium and looks especially good. It has ten electric adjustments; some time ago, the new BMW Seven series appeared in the LCD screen control area; this car also has and can control multimedia seats, air conditioning, sunroof and so on, fully functional. The car has seven screens that can be interconnected with other screens, such as on a family trip, you find a film is very good this time, seven screens can be played at the same time; each screen can also be used individually, for example, to open the meeting, play games are supported.
The Denza D9 also has a hidden feature for child passengers; the D9 has been upgraded with a ‘Baby Mode’, where the second-row seat controls are locked to prevent children from accidentally operating them. All you have to do is say “Turn on Baby Mode” and its windows will go up and a cartoon will play on the screen.
Power
Denza D9 DM-i has a plug-in hybrid system with a 1.5T turbocharged engine + electric motor combination. The maximum horsepower is 480hp, the maximum torque is 762Nm, and the zero hundred acceleration can reach 5.7s. No matter how the temperature changes, the acceleration performance of this car is very stable, with almost no fluctuation, and it can reach an acceleration of 7s, so in terms of power, it is already fully satisfied with the daily commuting scenario of the owners.
It is also worth mentioning that the noise control of the Denza D9 is very good; the noise level inside the car is only 29 decibels up and down, which is comparable to studio-level quiet. So both drivers and passengers can have a quiet environment when taking a nap inside.
Range
The Denza D9 DM-i version has a larger capacity battery, so this MPV can support a longer range in purely electric mode. For consumers, it is more flexible to use. As for the value retention rate, according to publicly available data, the performance of this model is also at a relatively good level in its class.
Summary
Denza D9 DM-i is still very competitive among MPV models. Riding on the spring breeze of new energy vehicles has also allowed this MPV model to gradually come into the eyes of consumers, and at the same time, it is also possible to see through the sales volume that consumers have recognised the degree of recognition of this car. In both commercial and family scenarios, it can greatly meet the needs.
Car ReviewsWhy Neta U Sells Well?
Although Neta is not a very famous car brand, if you check their sales, you will find that its sales are pretty good. Neta’s sales are relatively stable, with models being released individually. Then the monthly sales volume is a few thousand units when it is good and three to four thousand units when it is terrible, so it is relatively stable. Neta U is now Neta’s primary model. Prices range from around $16,666 to $22,222. What we tried today was the version with a range of 610 kilometres. Let me tell you how it feels when driving.
Assisted driving system
I have experienced this driving system, which is stable and centred on the route, including ACC and lane changes. It will not change lanes when it encounters a solid line, nor will it change lanes if a car is behind it. This is a relatively adequate safety strategy. But one problem is that the following distance when driving is a bit long. It’s a bit long even if you set it to the shortest following distance. And lane changes will be a little slow.
Driving quality
Regarding driving quality, all four doors of this car are laminated glass, which is unusual among the $20,833 models. When driving, the chassis is set up very well. The body is relatively stable when filtering vibrations and will not be shaken. All aspects make you feel high-end when driving. The environmental sound insulation is good because of the use of laminated glass, which is excellent for $20,833. There will be some tire noise, but it is within a reasonable range. This car is a relatively quiet car at the price of $20,833.
Power
In terms of power, I experienced the high-end version, 170 kilowatts. But this car will be more enjoyable to drive in Sport mode. In terms of power tuning, it is more inclined to the attributes of a family car. It just feels more comfortable to sit and drive more smoothly. However, the appearance of Neta U is relatively sporty, so I think the sport mode can be adjusted to be more aggressive because the motor power of this car is not small.
Trunk
The Neta U’s trunk is electric. Although the price is only $22,222, the configuration of this car is relatively high. There will be a slight slope after the rear seats are folded down, but the slope is slight. This is more difficult to balance. If it is to be completely flat, the thickness of the seat cushion often needs to be very small.
Rear space
My height is 180cm, the legroom in the back seat is sufficient, the headroom is about the size of a fist, and the roof is a panoramic sunroof. So Neta U is good in this price segment in terms of space. I think Neta U’s ample space is a vital part of this car’s ability to gain a foothold in the market.
Front row
Moving to the front row, this $22,222 car also has memory seats. The air-conditioning console in the middle has an LCD panel, and three screens are used in the centre console. This is usually only available on the $27,777 and $41,666 models, but Neta U is also equipped with it. Regarding the central control system, the 8155 chip is used, which is relatively rare among models priced at 150,000. Because it uses the 8155 chip, the voice controls the central control system. The response speed of the entire operation is the fastest on the market. I also tried it, and the response was indeed very fast.
Summary
Neta U has ample space, a stylish appearance, and rich configurations. Then, consider the price range of $16,666 to $22,222. Compared with Neta U’s main competitors, GAC Aion Y and BYD Yuan PLUS (Atto 3), this car has power, battery life and configuration advantages. Therefore, it is unsurprising that Neta U sells well at $20,833, focusing on home use and practicality. If you are shopping for an electric car and it is in this price range, consider buying the Neta U.