Bitauto Original The first time I saw the Roewe iMAX8 was probably when I participated in a real-life shooting event a few years ago. At that time, this MPV with rich materials and rich configurations still left a good impression on me. However, within a few years, this car was also launched with a facelift, with changes in appearance and configuration. The price range of the 2023 Roewe iMAX8 is 185,800-255,800 yuan. Next, we will follow the usual practice and analyze the configurations one by one to see which model is the most recommended to buy.
Static review
In terms of appearance, the changes in the front of the 2023 Roewe iMAX8 are quite obvious. It adopts some of the latest design elements of the family. The center grille is filled with a large area of chrome decoration and is decorated with a matrix gradient. Presented in a way that looks quite impressive. The LED headlights are integrated into the grille design and are connected by a through-type light strip, which is very recognizable when lit. In terms of lighting configuration, it has functions such as automatic headlights, LED daytime running lights, and headlight delay shutdown.
The length, width and height of the vehicle are 5016/1909/1782mm, and the wheelbase is 3000mm, which is consistent with the current model. The vehicle provides a 7-seater layout in 2-2-3, and the silver D-pillar trim is the biggest highlight of the entire model on the side. In terms of tires, Roewe iMAX8 is equipped with a set of 18-inch two-color aluminum alloy wheels, with the same specifications and styles. The actual model uses Michelin Haoyue tires, specification 225/55 R18.
The tail shape also remains unchanged. The design is square and in line with the stable style of MPV. The taillight uses an LED taillight officially named "Xinghai Light Wing", while the length of the high-mounted brake light reaches 830mm, and the effect when lit is very eye-catching.
The 2023 Roewe iMAX8 comes in a total of 4 colors, none of which require extra money to choose, namely "Nebula Blue", "Ronglin Grey", "Velvet Silver" and "Pearl White". The previous "Jifeng Blue" color scheme on older models has been cancelled. It can be seen that the Roewe iMAX8 will still focus on the business and home markets.
In terms of interior, the 2023 Roewe iMAX8 cancels the blue and white color scheme on the current model and adds an elephant gray interior color scheme. In terms of design, the new car adopts an enveloping cockpit concept. The new color scheme is eye-catching, and chrome decoration is added to the center console, which enhances the sense of refinement. Secondly, a large number of leather wrappings are used in many places such as the center console and door panels, and the materials used are very kind.
The color of the steering wheel is consistent with the color of the vehicle interior, and the surface is also used for drilling holes.Design, the overall grip is quite comfortable, and there are even paddle shifters on the steering wheel. As for the instrument panel, the actual model uses a 7-inch traditional instrument panel, while only the top-of-the-line model will use a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel. In addition, Roewe iMAX8 is equipped with a 12.3-inch central control screen, which is very smooth during operation, and the UI interface design is also very simple.
The front seats are wrapped in genuine leather, which is very supportive and comfortable. Seat functions include relatively basic configurations such as electric adjustment, lumbar support, and seat back adjustment. The second-row seats have comfort functions such as heating/ventilation/massage. In addition, the vehicle also has second-row independent air conditioning, BOSE audio, and segmented electric sunroof. Moreover, the Roewe iMAX8 adopts a 2-2-3 7-seater layout. The second row of seats adopts the mainstream MPV independent seats and has a leg rest function. In addition, the third row of seats has been upgraded to support forward and backward movement and folding functions.
The power level of the 2023 Roewe iMAX8 has not changed and will continue to be equipped with SAIC Blue Core 400TGI 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 172kW and a maximum torque of 360N·m. In terms of transmission, it is matched with an 8-speed automatic manual gearbox. In terms of suspension configuration, Roewe iMAX8 still uses a combination of front MacPherson and rear multi-link independent suspension.
Vehicle configuration analysis
First of all, let’s take a look at the cheapest Comfort Edition model in the entire series. The Comfort Edition model is priced at 185,800 yuan. In terms of configuration level, it can be said that it can only meet the most basic needs. In terms of comfort configuration, the Comfort Edition model is equipped with LED headlights, which also have functions such as automatic headlights, adjustable headlight height and delayed headlight shut-off. In addition, although both the front and rear doors have keyless entry functions, the Comfort Edition model uses manual sliding doors on both sides, which is somewhat shabby for an MPV with business attributes. Fortunately, the second row still uses independent seats and has independent air conditioning in the rear. In terms of interior configuration, the Comfort Edition model uses a 3.5-inch instrument panel and a 10.25-inch central control screen. In this era of large screens, especially the size of the instrument panel can be said to be substandard. In addition, the central control screen is also equipped with Wiener Sri Lanka intelligent system and voice recognition function. As for safety/auxiliary configurations, the Comfort Edition model can only meet the most basic needs. The reversing image and automatic parking are functions that are commonly used in daily life. I do not recommend the Comfort Edition model. The price is 185,800 yuan and the configuration level is so shabby. It is really not worth buying.
The next step is the Premium Edition model, which is more expensive than 10,000 yuan. The main improvements of the Premium Edition model are actually in terms of comfort configuration. First, a segmented sunroof is added to the vehicle to ensure that the interior of the vehicle is comfortable. lighting. SecondlyThe right side sliding door is upgraded to an electric door, the main driver's seat is upgraded to electric adjustment, and the second row seats also have leg rest adjustment. The interior of the car mainly upgrades the 3.5-inch instrument panel to a 7-inch instrument panel. As for the safety/auxiliary configuration, front parking radar and cruise control functions are added. The improvement of the Premium Edition model is actually not that big, and it still cannot meet our requirements for an MPV that can be used both for business and home use.
After that, there is the Yuexiang Edition model, which is more expensive at 21,000 yuan. It can be said that the configurations of the Yuexiang Edition model are much richer. First of all, in terms of comfort configuration, the seat material has finally been upgraded to genuine leather, and the passenger seat is also electrically adjustable. However, the biggest improvement is in the second row. Not only has the lumbar adjustment function been added, but the second row seats also use electric adjustment. In terms of seat functions, the second row of seats is equipped with heating/ventilation/massage functions. In addition, the Yuexiang version finally adopts double-sided electric sliding doors, which is also very important for MPV models. As for the trunk function, the Yuexiang version model is equipped with an electric induction trunk and trunk position memory function. As for other configurations, the Yuexiang version has relatively limited improvements. First, the size of the central control screen has been increased to 12.3 inches, and it also has a mobile app remote control function. As for safety/auxiliary configuration, the Yuexiang version has upgraded the reversing image to a 360-degree panoramic image. The Yuexiang Edition model has greatly improved the comfort configuration of the second row, which will give second-row passengers a good experience. However, it is not enough in terms of safety/auxiliary configuration. However, if you don’t care about this configuration, the Yuexiang Edition Car models are also a good choice.
After the Yuexiang Edition, there is the Premium Edition model that is 17,000 yuan more expensive, and it is also the model I recommend most. The Yuexiang version has fully equipped second-row seats, while the Premium version adds seat heating and ventilation functions to the front seats. As for other comfort configurations, the Premium Edition model is also equipped with adaptive far and near beams, rain-sensing wipers, an auto-dimming interior rearview mirror and a car refrigerator. As for the most improved configurations of the Premium Edition model, they all come from safety/auxiliary configurations. This is also the biggest reason for me to choose the Premium Edition model. Including full-speed adaptive cruise, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, lane center keeping, active braking, etc. are all newly added configurations of the Premium Edition, which can realize L2 level driving assistance functions. The Premium Edition model is relatively well-equipped in terms of comfort configuration and safety/auxiliary configuration, so it is the model I recommend most.
The last thing I want to talk about is the top model of the entire series, the exclusive version priced at 255,800 yuan, which is 22,000 yuan more expensive than the previous configuration. However, there are not so many improved configurations. In terms of comfort configuration, only the main driver's seat memory function is added. In terms of smart configuration, iMAX8 finally adopts a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel on the top model, and also adds front row wireless charging function and AR real-life navigation. As for the safety/auxiliary configuration, the exclusive version adds reversing side warning, merging assist and automatic parking. Although the exclusive edition model is already very complete in terms of configuration, it is not worth spending an extra 22,000 yuan, so the exclusive edition model is not actually worth recommending.
Editor's comment: The 2023 Roewe iMAX8 has made changes in appearance and configuration. Consumers who want to choose it really need to think carefully about it. And I think the most recommended model is the Premium Edition model priced at 233,800 yuan. The Premium Edition model is fully equipped with comfort configurations and safety/auxiliary configurations. It can be said to be the model with the most balanced and rich configurations. And if consumers don’t have high demand for assisted driving configurations, they can also choose the Yuexiang version model. The Yuexiang version model has quite high configurations in the second row of seats, which is more friendly to the passengers in the car.
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