Let’s dive into the standout perks:
1. Stunning looks and serious curb appeal. The design is absolutely eye-catching—whether you’re cruising down the road or parked curbside, it turns heads and sparks conversations, delivering a major style payoff (though the Sentry mode does drain the battery fast, logging dozens of medium-risk events overnight).
I keep the air suspension at its lowest setting when parked, and the result is pure cool factor. I also went for a blacked-out rear bumper, and it came out looking sharp—check out photos 5 and 6 for a visual.
2. The Pro version packs more than enough power. Sport mode on weekend mountain runs is an absolute blast (see photo 8), and the range is genuinely impressive.
In real-world driving, it easily hits around 550 km, making those occasional long trips totally stress-free. I haven’t set up a home charger yet and rely on public stations. There’s a 360kW supercharger near my place that drops to just ¥0.52 per kWh after midnight, so a full top-up costs a little over ¥40—a feeling that gas stations just can’t replicate.
Charging is lightning-fast too: from 19% to 100% took 40 minutes, including a slow top-off phase. Hitting 80% only takes around 19 minutes. It’s a bit slower than the Max version, though.
3. Super Xiaoai is way smarter than I anticipated. It handles a ton of commands smoothly, and whenever I’m lost in the menus, a quick voice query usually sorts it out.
It can even ID cars ahead or name the neighborhoods we’re passing by—fun, clever touches that add to the experience.
4. The automated parking is seriously handy and feels quicker than my own parallel parking skills. I used to think this was just a nice-to-have, but now I let the car take over almost every time.
Now, let’s talk about the downsides:
1. The most noticeable issue is the awkward transition between CRBS and mechanical braking. When you brake with consistent pedal pressure, the switch to mechanical braking just before stopping causes a sudden surge in braking force, resulting in an abrupt lurch forward.
Hopefully, this can be smoothed out with future OTA updates.
2. Chassis performance: It handles small bumps and road seams nicely, but on larger bumps or sustained rough surfaces, the chassis feels a bit lightweight, and higher-frequency vibrations and noises seep into the cabin. It doesn’t quite match the rock-solid feel of German rivals.
That said, the chassis is generally impressive—it handles big jumps and landings gracefully without excessive bouncing.
3. I’ve also run into the widely reported problem of rear door panel rattling. I haven’t had a chance to fix it yet but will update once I do.
4. Another common gripe: The tailgate and rear bumper are misaligned, and the gap between the front door and dashboard is wide enough to slip a finger through.
Interior trim panels are also unevenly fitted (see image P12).
5. The fridge—definitely skip it!!! A total waste of ¥2,000! Pure智商税 (IQ tax)!
6. The highway assisted driving occasionally attempts lane changes over solid lines… I’ve had to manually intervene three or four times to prevent this.
7. The sound system is just okay.
I went for the 25-speaker setup, but it still sounds average, and very few audio sources make use of the overhead speakers. Apps like NetEase Music and QQ Music that support Dolby Atmos only activate the overhead speakers but noticeably degrade overall sound quality—worse than standard audio. Apple Music fares a bit better, but I hope the car’s system will soon support native Apple Music Atmos.
8. The center console reflects light. Yes, it’s glossy and reflective, but the glare doesn’t obstruct road visibility, so it’s more of a minor annoyance than a real problem.
9. The radar can be finicky—sometimes it beeps incessantly when there’s nothing around. Also, the rear door speakers or radar occasionally emit distorted noises.
Not sure if this is a one-off issue or more widespread.