A new choice for new energy SUVs: Auchan Z6 iDD versus BYD Song PLUS DM-i

Bitauto Original With the rapid advancement of new energy technologies by car companies, more and more consumers are willing to pay for new energy models, and many excellent new cars have emerged on the market. Not long ago, we received a question from netizens: If you want to buy a new energy vehicle, how about Auchan's Z6 iDD? In this article, we will compare it with the current new energy "big brother" BYD SongPLUS DM-i to see how strong it is.

Style comparison

Auchan Z6 iDD is consistent in appearance with the fuel version. The design language of "Ling·Jing" is very futuristic. The double-layered grille with superimposed images of time and space is highly recognizable even to those who have never seen it before. People can tell at a glance that this is a new energy vehicle.

The styling design of Song PLUS DM-i is also inherited from the fuel version. It looked very good in the past few years, but as more and more new cars are released, its styling becomes quite different. In comparison, it seems relatively bland. Just looking at the front of the car, the characteristics of the new energy model are not obvious.

Auchan Z6 iDD adopts a split headlight design. The light strips of the daytime running lights and taillights are very narrow and long, and are also equipped with streamer lights, which are highly recognizable. Song PLUS DM-i uses conventional headlights and through-type taillights, with a more conventional shape.

In terms of body size, the length, width and height of Auchan's Z6 iDD are4699x1890x1680mm, and the wheelbase is 2795mm. The size of SongPLUS DM-i is 4705x1890x1680mm, and the wheelbase is 2765mm. The body dimensions of the two cars are very similar, and they are both considered large in a compact SUV. Auchan's Z6 iDD performs better in terms of wheelbase, and is already very close to a mid-size SUV, which can bring better rear seating space.

Auchan Z6 iDD is equipped with 245/50 R20 rims, while Song PLUS DM-i is equipped with 235/45 R19’s wheels are more outstanding in appearance. In addition, AuchanZ6iDD is also equipped with a spare tire, which Song PLUS DM-i does not have (it is only equipped with tire repair fluid and air pump), allowing car owners to deal with emergencies more calmly.

In terms of smart entry, Auchan Z6 iDD uses facial recognition to unlock the car even when wearing a mask, allowing car owners to drive away without a key. Song's PLUS DM-i uses NFC sensing, which adds an extra step of touching the rearview mirror.

Interior comparison

The picture above is Auchan Z6 iDD, and the picture below is BYD Song PLUS DM-i.

Both cars offer light-colored interiors to choose from, creating a "larger" feeling in terms of color matching and visual effects. The interior lines of Auchan's Z6 iDD are richer and have a strong sense of hierarchy. The 3 large screens in the car are very eye-catching and give people the feeling of a sci-fi cockpit. In contrast, the interior of Song PLUS DM-i looks more homely, with a simple design, and the rotatable central control screen is its highlight.

Auchan's Z6 iDD's three screen sizes are: 10.3 inch full LCD instrument, 12.3 large central control screen, 9.2 inch small European screen, among which the instrument and central control screen use BOE's 2K display screen, which has better effects.

Song PLUS DM-i is equipped with a 12.3 inch full LCD instrument and a 12.8 inch central control screen. Although the size is larger, The display clarity is not as good as Auchan's Z6 iDD.

Smart Part Comparison

The picture above is Auchan Z6 iDD, and the picture below is BYD Song PLUS DM-i.

Both cars can be said to have achieved a very good level in terms of intelligence, and are fully equipped with driver assistance functions, such as ACC adaptive cruise, lane keeping, active driving, etc. Braking, road traffic sign recognition, 540° panoramic images, etc. are all available. But Auchan's Z6 iDD has as many as 12 ultrasonic millimeter radars, which can bring more detailed information.The unique intelligent driving assistance experience can be said to have reached the ceiling of this price range.

The most interesting function on Auchan's Z6 iDD is the industry's first out-of-car voice interaction function, through which you can open the trunk, control automatic parking of the vehicle, open the sunroof, control the car lock, and start the car. Functions such as this allow you to "move your mouth but never use your hands".

The face recognition function mentioned above can not only unlock, but also enable rich functions such as starting, seat memory association, multi-account matching, and driver care.

In addition, Auchan Z6 iDD is also equipped with some very interesting functions. Let’s quickly introduce them to you:

YYDS digital twin image: It can reproduce the human voice and image and act as the car owner’s exclusive voice assistant.

"Three-finger flying screen" function: It can realize the free switching of navigation information between three screens, so that car owners will no longer miss important intersections.

EaglePilot 7.0Automatic parking: In addition to conventional automatic parking, it also has a remote hailing function. When you get home from get off work, you can send a voice message to the car on your mobile phone in advance to say that you want to go home. The car will automatically leave the warehouse in advance and drive to the designated location. At the same time, the navigation, air conditioning, etc. will be set. When you get home, turn off the engine and get out of the car, the seat will automatically move backwards, the automatic parking function will be turned on, and the car will park itself in the corresponding parking space.

Microphone-free karaoke: no need to hold a microphone, you can sing in the front and back rows, with reverberation sound effects, it is relaxing and interesting.

One-click rest function: integrates seat position adjustment, window ventilation and other functions into one, three-screen cockpit, 5 scene sound effects, and seat heating/ Ventilated for a more comfortable resting experience.

One-click overtaking: When the vehicle speed is greater than 60 km/h, the left paddle of the steering wheel (ATTACK MODE) can be used to enter the overtaking mode with one click and automatically activate the overtaking mode. Left turn signal, maximum power output, siren warning, and turning on the cloud-eye rearview camera, etc. This series of functions can be turned on with one click, and support customization of overtaking experience.

Auchan fitness mode: When you are bored waiting in the car, the car will supervise and help you complete your fitness.

The BYD Song PLUS DM-i is most familiar with the large screen that can be rotated. In-car applications can rotate with the screen. For example, as everyone joked before, using this large screen It can be achieved by using Douyin or beating the king. It is actually more like a PAD that allows users toBring your usage habits to the car and install your favorite App.

BYD Song PLUS DM-i also supports rich intelligent voice recognition functions, such as navigation, music, air conditioning and other functions, which can be operated through voice. If you want to sing K songs, you need to use the microphone provided in the car, and K songs without microphone are not possible.

However, in comparison, the Song PLUS DM-i at the same price is not equipped with practical functions such as automatic parking, rest mode, seat memory, etc., and its user experience is not as good as the Auchan Z6 iDDcomprehensive.

Power comparison

AuchanZ6 iDD is equipped with Blue Whale's iDD special hybrid system, powered by a 1.5T engine and drive motor, of which the 1.5T engine is the largest Power122kW, peak torque 255N·m, maximum power of the drive motor 110kW, maximum torque 330N· m. The transmission is matched with a 6-speed three-clutch electric drive gearbox, the pure electric range is 150km, the battery capacity is 28.4kWh, it supports both AC and DC charging modes, and has external discharge Function.

BYD SongPLUS DM-i is also powered by an engine and a drive motor. The 1.5L engine has a maximum power of 81kW and a peak torque of 135N·< span>m, the maximum power of the drive motor is 145kW, and the maximum torque is 325N·m. The transmission is matched with E-CVT gearbox, NEDC pure electric range 110km, battery capacity 18.3kWh, also supported There are two charging modes: AC and DC, which can be discharged externally.

Generally speaking, Auchan Z6 iDD has better performance in terms of engine power., pure electric cruising range, battery capacity and other aspects have advantages. In addition to a longer pure electric travel range, it also has a stronger power burst if it encounters a vehicle feed situation.

Summary:

BYD Song PLUS DM-i is undoubtedly a "big brother" in today's 150,000-class new energy SUV market. But as a latecomer, Auchan Z6 iDD has a more sci-fi shape, more comprehensive intelligent configuration and stronger power. Compared with BYD Song PLUS DM-i, it has its own unique advantages. If you are considering buying a new energy SUV worth RMB 150,000 recently, you might as well go to the store to experience this "hot" Auchan Z6 iDD.