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The car’s road dynamics are better than expected. The interior is nice and the seats are comfortable, and the seating position is good. Cruise control works well.The styling features jagged lines, and overall it's a good car for people who don't like cars, a consumer appliance, almost like a refrigerator on wheels.
The car could be for the petrol version too.
The interior and the two 12-inch screens give great first impressions.
The interface needs some work, though.
Certain things pissed me off during the day to day. It could have had over-the-air updates, but it does not. Its overall length is 4.42 metres, and is the same as a BYD Atto 3 and the MG ZS. But shorter than the Kia EV5 and Tesla Model Y.
Claimed range is 430 km WLTP, and there is a 61-kilowatt battery.
There is a small, 19 litre front boot (Frunk) and the rear load space with the seats down is 1079 litres. Full-size spare, jack, and wheel brace are included.
For the top-spec EX model, there are also power front seats and a 360 degree surround monitor. This specific top spec model EX cost 49,610 (New South Wales), while the base level BX model costs $46,480 (New South Wales). The patrol version goes for $27,990 for the FX, $33,990 for the BX and $36,990 for the EX model.
Steering feel is vague, similar to driving an old Combi (Volkswagen bus), while using level 3 regen is making me feel sea sick. At times the car’s lane keeping assist can look like drunk driving because it's pulling the car and doesn’t feel good. It also requires going into the screen and menus. Some features that work do work well. It also has limited settings in audio controls. All the steering wheel assist systems can be turned off, but not all of them will stay off after the car is restarted. The NAV unit also has problems when a 2 km over speed. No audio balancing settings available or graphic equalizers. There is approximately one second delay on all buttons or screens. It’s first generation and will require an update in order to make the car more enjoyable. The driving mode selector stalk placement is awkward and takes some getting used to. The manual is not well written.
This all leads to a somewhat frustrating experience. The claimed economy doesn't add up. You can use 18% of battery in only 53 km. The range is likely to only be 340 km.
The wheels that were included on the white review vehicle, appear to have plastic add-on.
Brakes could inspire more confidence.
It has a strong torque steer under full throttle.
Finally, the car gets rated 14.5 out of 25.
