Changan Qiyuan A07 sedan's new Zhenxiang version has been open for pre-order in September this year. The car can be regarded as a facelift model. The official announced on the 16th that the new car will be launched on October 18. The car provides extended-range and pure electric dual-power versions. The extended-range version is equipped with a power system consisting of Changan's new Blue Whale HE15NA extended-range engine and motor. The CLTC pure electric range is 230 kilometers and the comprehensive range is 1,330 kilometers. The pure electric version provides three battery packs with different capacities, with a CLTC range of 525km to 710km.

Equipped with APA intelligent parking assistance system, L2+ IACC intelligent navigation system as standard for the entire series, upgraded 800W pixel IACC front camera. The car is equipped with a 2.5K 15.4-inch ultra-high-definition floating large screen, equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, adopts a new UI interactive interface, mobile phone reservation vehicle upgrade, and 50-inch long-range full-information AR-HUD.

On March 14, at the Dongfeng Yipai π Day brand day, the Dongfeng Yipai eπ007 pure electric version was officially launched. The new car maintained the same price as previously announced. There are 4 configuration models with a price range of 159,600-199,600 yuan. On the evening of August 9, two extended-range versions of the eπ007 were launched. The total sales of eπ007 in September were 3,274 units.

The sales volume of Qiyuan A07 in September this year was 4,347 units, down 26.89% from 5,946 units in June, while the sales volume of Yipai eπ007 increased from 1,974 units in July to 3,274 units, an increase of 65.86%. Whether the launch of the new A07 can reverse the downward trend of Qiyuan A07 still needs time to test. This article compares the pure electric 620pro version of eπ007 and the 625 endurance version of the new Qiyuan A07.

Qiyuan A07 is bigger in size, eπ007 is more powerful

As can be seen from the above picture, in terms of length, width and height, the eπ007 is not as good as the Qiyuan A07. However, in terms of wheelbase, the eπ007 is 15mm larger than the Qiyuan A07, and the rear space is more comfortable. The Qiyuan A07 is also equipped with a 75L front trunk, while the eπ007 does not. In terms of storage space, the A07 is better than the eπ007, but in terms of riding comfort, both are large and medium-sized cars, and the slight difference will not result in a significant decrease in riding experience.

In terms of power, the maximum power of the eπ007 motor is higher than that of the Qiyuan A07, but the maximum speed of the eπ007 is not as high as that of the Qiyuan A07. At the same time, in terms of power consumption, the Qiyuan A07 is 12.7 kWh per 100 km, and the eπ007 is 12.6 kWh/100 km. The wind resistance of the former is 0.011cd higher than that of the latter. In terms of CLTC range, the Qiyuan A07 is 5 km more than the eπ007, which can be ignored.

In terms of price, since the price of Qiyuan A07 will not be announced until October 18, it is expected to be priced at around 149,900 yuan, and its configuration is fully comparable to eπ007.

Qiyuan A07 recharges faster, eπ007 battery capacity is slightly larger

Comparing the battery and chassis, the Qiyuan A07 is equipped with a 68.8-degree lithium iron phosphate battery pack from CATL, while the Lantu Zhiyin uses a 70.26-degree lithium iron phosphate battery pack from Dongyu Xinsheng. Dongyu Xinsheng is a joint venture battery company between Dongfeng Motor and Xinwanda, and its technical strength is slightly inferior to that of CATL. In terms of energy replenishment efficiency, the Qiyuan A07 has upgraded the 3C super fast charge, which is better than the eπ007. The fast charging standards of both models are from 30% to 80%, and the Qiyuan A07 saves 0.17 hours compared to the eπ007.

In terms of chassis, the front suspension type of the two models is the same, both are front McPherson type and rear multi-link suspension. Both products have the technical support of large manufacturers and are on par with each other. In terms of tires, Qiyuan A07 uses R19 tires, while eπ007 uses R18 tires. eπ007 performs well in stability, comfort and wear resistance, and is more energy-efficient. Qiyuan A07 will provide better grip and handling during driving, and the large wheels look more stylish.

eπ007 optional high-speed NOA, Qiyuan A07 free assisted parking

In terms of smart cabin, the central control screens of eπ007 and Qiyuan A07 are of similar size, both are equipped with Snapdragon 8155 car machine chip, Qiyuan A07 is equipped with a 50-inch HUD system, while Lantu Zhiyin needs to add 10,000 yuan to install it. In terms of panoramic sunroof, both cars have non-openable sunroofs.

In terms of intelligent driving, both Qiyuan A07 and eπ007 provide L2-level driving assistance functions, including active braking, lane departure warning, driving recorder, 360-degree panoramic image, reversing vehicle side warning, lane change assistance, lane keeping assistance, lane centering, road traffic sign recognition, etc. eπ007 can add 18,000 yuan to choose the eπ PILOT intelligent driving upgrade package, which has functions such as high-speed NOA and memory parking, while Qiyuan A07 pre-sale benefits are free APA intelligent parking assistance system, and the high-speed NOA function has not yet been installed. At present, the new Qiyuan A07 has not disclosed the name of the intelligent driving chip and computing power scale.

In terms of comfort configuration, the two models have the same seat material and air conditioning type. The rearview mirror of the Qiyuan A07 has a manual anti-glare function. The Qiyuan A07 has 16 speakers, while the eπ007 has 20 speakers with a 7.1.2 layout, which will have better sound effects. In terms of intelligent driving capabilities, the two have the same number of cameras, and in terms of the number of millimeter waves, the Qiyuan A07 has one more millimeter wave radar than the eπ007.

By comparison, we can see that the Qiyuan A07 has a larger space, faster charging, and longer pure electric range. In terms of power, chassis, smart cabin, etc., the two models are basically tied, but in terms of the most critical price, since the price of the Qiyuan A07 will not be announced until tomorrow, I hope that the sales of the Qiyuan A07 in October can reverse the situation of three consecutive months of decline and carve out a path in the current fierce price war.

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