Bitauto original With the opening of the "three-child" policy, MPV models have entered the car purchase list of more and more families. There are also endless such models in the market, and almost all mature brands have launched them. But when it comes to new energy MPVs, there is a common phenomenon that the price positioning is not user-friendly enough, or the brand recognition is not high, so there are only a handful of models to choose from. As SAIC MAXUS, which has many years of experience in MPV manufacturing, its MIFA 5 family may be a choice worth considering.

Model introduction:

First of all, let’s briefly introduce the MIFA 5 family. The official guide price of the PLUS IN plug-in hybrid version is 173,800-203,800 yuan. There are three configurations, providing 6 and 7 seat layouts. The official guide price of the pure electric version is 199,800-225,800 yuan. There are four configurations, two endurance versions, and three seat layouts of 5, 6 and 7 seats are available. SAIC MAXUS's "Spider Customization" platform provides fully customized services. On this platform, there are nearly a hundred optional configurations ranging from car paint color and interior fabrics to motor specifications and battery capacity, truly realizing complete personalization. Customized concept. Such services meet the personalized needs of consumers while also providing a unique car buying experience.

Appearance: Rigid, powerful and highly recognizable

In terms of appearance, MIFA 5 maintains a rigid and powerful line design, and its appearance is highly recognizable. The closed front grille adopts a polygonal design and incorporates blue dot matrix elements representing new energy vehicles, which is very delicate. A larger front lip is also added under the front bumper, which highlights the sporty look and looks very dynamic.

The waistline of the body is simple and elegant, making the entire side look very smooth. The roofline is relatively straight, which helps create a spacious interior space. It is worth mentioning that the viewing area of ​​the third row side windows reaches 684mm*338mm, the largest in its class. Even if you sit in the last row, you can still enjoy a broad field of vision.

The length, width and height of this car are 4825/1825/1778mm, and the wheelbase is 2800mm. Compared with BYD Song MAX, Geely Jiaji or Trumpchi M6 in the same class, it is definitely a "big guy" among compact MPVs. , which also laid the foundation for creating a full-size leapfrog space that is unique in its class.

The rear part of the car adopts a more square design, which provides more seating space for third-row passengers and also makes MIFA 5 look taller than competing products of the same level.

Interior: warm design and solid materials

Entering the car, the clearly layered center console has an obvious family style. Among them, the use of large-area soft packaging materials and the design of color matching, the touch is extremely comfortable and brings a very nice sense of warmth to the car. Under the center console is the control area for automatic air conditioning, electronic handbrake, automatic parking and other functions. There are also wireless charging for mobile phones, USB/Type-c interfaces, and a total of 8 charging ports on both cars, fully meeting the power needs of the whole family.

It is worth mentioning that the 520km version of the pure electric model uses an electronic gearbox, which is convenient for drivers to use in daily life and brings the high-end atmosphere in the car to a new level. At the same time, the central passage has been redesigned and optimized to make the layout more concise and reasonable. The suspended central control bridge not only looks more advanced, but also actually adds considerable storage space to the car.

The combination of dual 12.3-inch LCD instruments and central touch screen lays a good foundation for the interactive experience of the MIFA 5 smart cockpit. The car is equipped with the SAIC Alibaba Zebra intelligent interconnection system. The operating logic and functions are like a smartphone. If you want to listen to music or open apps such as Bilibili, you can operate it directly on the big screen. After getting in the car Basically, there is no need to use a mobile phone anymore, which greatly simplifies the operation process.

In terms of driving assistance, the car is also equipped with L2-level assisted driving systems including ACC adaptive cruise, LDW lane departure warning, LKA lane keeping, AEB emergency braking and FCW collision warning. The 360° panoramic image opens up a "God's perspective" for the driver, which is very useful for crossing narrow streets or daily parking.

Space: Extremely Intelligent Space Magic

MIFA 5’s flexible seating layout makes family travel less restrictive. Together with the sliding second-row seats and up to 52 storage spaces, it meets various car needs that may be encountered in life. . The panoramic sunroof has a lighting area of ​​0.86 square meters, giving the cabin a transparent and open space, allowing the whole family to enjoy the blue sky and white clouds.

In terms of space performance, taking a 6-seater car as an example, an experiencer with a height of 175cm adjusted the front seats to the lowest position, and the headroom was more than 2 punches. With the seats unchanged, the rear headroom is 2 punch and the legroom is 2 punch. While the second row remains unchanged, the third row has more than 1 punch of headroom, 1 punch of leg room, and relatively ample vertical space. Overall, the space performance is very good.

Power: long battery life and large battery

MIFA 5 PLUS IN plug-in hybrid version uses a plug-in gasoline-electric hybrid system composed of a 1.3T engine and an electric motor. The engine has a maximum power of 120kW and a maximum torque of 230N·m. The motor has a maximum power of 60kW and a maximum torque of 155N·m. The NEDC comprehensive fuel consumption is only 1.4L/100km, and the maximum comprehensive cruising range is nearly 900km.

The MIFA 5 pure electric version is equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 130kW and a maximum torque of 310N·m. It is matched with a 1-speed fixed-ratio gearbox common in electric vehicles. The power battery type is a ternary lithium battery, with capacities of 61.1kWh and 70kWh available. The corresponding CLTC cruising ranges are 430km and 520km respectively, and the charging time for 30-80% of the battery is only 35 minutes.

Editor's comment: As an early brand to enter the MPV segment, SAIC MAXUS has accumulated a good reputation among users over the years. After comprehensive analysis, MIFA 5 is an MPV that can be used flexibly with both oil and electricity and has long battery life. While being low-carbon and environmentally friendly, it also enjoys the new energy licensing policy, further reducing vehicle costs. The MPV's large 7-seater space can also provide a comfortable riding experience for every occupant. It is an all-round choice for family travel.

According to the "Battery Capacity List" data of Bitauto App, SAIC MAXUS MIFA 5 ranks 4th among competing MPVs of the same level. If you need more data, please go to Bitauto App to view.