Welcome to the deep experience and insight of Wuling Hongguang MINI EV. As a compact and practical car, it not only meets my family travel needs, but also shows a very cost-effective choice with its unique charm. The following is a detailed analysis of my one-year experience with this vehicle.
First of all, the price is close to the people is one of its highlights. I bought a 170-kilometer endurance version, and the official price was 38,800 yuan. After adding government subsidies, the landing price was only 42,500 yuan. This makes Wuling Hongguang MINI EV a truly pro-people scooter.
In terms of cost, Wuling MINI EV has obvious advantages in low energy consumption. It claims that the power consumption per 100 kilometers is less than 9.3kWh. Although there are differences in actual driving in winter, it can travel 9-10 kilometers per kilowatt hour on the whole, which is consistent with the propaganda. The electricity charge in Suzhou has changed in different time periods, but the overall charging cost is much lower than that of fuel vehicles, which can save about 26 yuan every day.
Despite its small size, Wuling MINI EV is surprising in terms of space utilization. Although the space is limited, the back row can accommodate adults and children, especially for children, a safe riding environment is a plus item. However, for tall drivers, such as my 178cm body, I may feel that there is not enough legroom when driving, especially when wearing thick clothes in winter.
In terms of interior decoration, simplicity and practicality are its characteristics, and the basic cold and hot air control and basic sound configuration meet daily needs. However, the height of the seat is fixed and cannot be adjusted, which may compromise the driving experience, especially for male drivers.
In terms of battery performance, the 13.8kWh battery I used, despite its high voltage, still maintained good performance in actual driving. The charging power of the battery is 1575W, with PFC function, which ensures the compatibility of household sockets. In addition, the vehicle is also equipped with battery insulation function, which can reduce the power loss by turning on the heating when charging in winter.
In terms of motor and electronic control, although the peak power is only 20kW, the design of natural air cooling may affect the performance at high temperature. However, through sports mode and regenerative braking, drivers can experience different driving pleasure. In particular, regenerative braking can recover energy during driving and save fuel cost.
In terms of endurance, according to my test, even in winter, the vehicle performs well within the range of 140 kilometers, but the low temperature and insufficient power will limit the power and need to be recharged regularly to keep driving safely. In addition, the vehicle’s smart APP provides practical functions, such as power monitoring and location information, but there are also concerns about personal information protection.
Generally speaking, Wuling Hongguang MINI EV performs well in urban commuting and short-distance travel, but it may need special attention when it is used at high speed and in winter. As a well-positioned scooter, it undoubtedly meets the actual needs of many consumers.