The gap is less than 50,000! Choose Toyota or Fengshen when buying an SUV? Netiz

It seems that as I get older, time flies by even faster. In the blink of an eye, the National Day holiday is over. With the ever-increasing pace of life and work, the pressure of work nowadays is also growing. As a result, many people have started to enjoy the relaxation that comes with self-driving tours during holidays, embarking on impromptu trips to unwind, relieve stress, and appreciate the scenery of nature. To be able to leave on a moment's notice in comfort, the choice of vehicle is particularly important.

One of the hottest segments in the current automotive consumer market is undoubtedly the compact SUV category. There are always a few outstanding products in the market, and the Toyota RAV4 and Dongfeng Fengshen Haojiji represent the cream of the crop in the domestic and joint venture brands, respectively, with both showing good sales performance. Both of these models are positioned as economical and practical family SUVs, and they have some overlap in their consumer user groups, which is why many people are torn about which one to choose. Moreover, the Haojiji has just launched its latest 2024 model, so today let's take a close look at which of these two vehicles has superior product strength, rich configurations, and can better meet the diverse needs of consumers!

Appearance: Conventional VS Pioneering

Toyota RAV4

The price range of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 is from 176,800 to 263,800 yuan. In the compact SUV category, the RAV4 is a seasoned veteran. It has a rugged off-road style, with a rather thick front and a multi-sided grille at the front, with LED headlights looking ahead, which are quite spirited.

The side is outlined with several sharp lines, and the wheel design also uses encapsulating materials, which makes the side less rigid and more visually appealing. When this generation of RAV4 was launched in 2019, it was quite impressive. However, as there has been no replacement, it now appears more conventional.

Dongfeng Fengshen Haojiji

Dongfeng Fengshen Haojiji can be considered a new generation product, built on the Dongfeng DSMA platform. Compared to the RAV4, the Haojiji has a more fashionable and modern aesthetic in its design. The front features a wide grille with a lot of black trim and vertical bars, giving a first impression of a powerful aura. Split headlights, a through-type LED light strip, and personalized daytime running lights are all integrated into a cohesive design. When you see its headlights, you won't feel they are too complicated, and when paired with more distinctive exterior colors, it can reflect the elegance and simplicity of the entire vehicle. The new model has even added a red kit, giving it a very sporty look.

The side elements of the Haojiji are also rich, with smooth and rising lines creating a dynamic surface, and blackened treatments applied to the A-pillar, B-pillar, roof, luggage rack, exterior mirrors, door handles, and wheels. Compared to the RAV4, the Haojiji satisfies the current young people's demand for appearance in their choice of vehicles from more details.Interior: Technology and Practicality Reign Supreme

The interior design of the RAV4 Honor takes a traditional approach, primarily in black with a moderate amount of chrome trim. While this style may not exude as much technological flair, the abundance of physical buttons actually allows for more convenient operation by the driver. The 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster and the 10.25-inch central control screen elevate the class, and the central screen is significantly thinner than its predecessor, supporting features such as smartphone connectivity, internet of vehicles, and 4G network capabilities.

It's worth mentioning that the RAV4 Honor supports CarLife, CarPlay, and HiCar, the three major mainstream interaction systems in the market, across its entire lineup. This means that regardless of the user's smartphone system, they can wirelessly connect with the vehicle's system, seamlessly extending their daily usage habits to the in-car system. The leather multi-function steering wheel of the RAV4 Honor offers a comfortable grip, but the new car smell is quite strong, and some details in the workmanship appear slightly rough. Additionally, the infotainment system is still relatively outdated, with the screen resolution being poor, especially noticeable when using the rearview camera at night.

The interior design of the Haojiji adopts a natural "wind language" design concept, with the cabin in an embracing posture. The dual-screen setup at the front consists of a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch touch LCD screen. Although Haojiji does not retain as many physical buttons as the RAV4 Honor, its multimedia touch screen is highly interactive, and the vehicle is equipped with the WindLink intelligent system, which provides powerful voice interaction capabilities. It also features all-weather gesture recognition, with a 99% accurate rear seat reminder system.

Compared to its peers, Haojiji has specifically designed a "Queen's Co-Pilot" feature for the 300,000+ market, complete with an electric leg rest adjustment function. Men may pay for the car, but it's often the women who have the final say on the purchase. This feature allows the wife to enjoy a noble and elegant riding experience in the car, doesn't that sound appealing?

When it comes to the most frequently used features in a car, navigation, rearview camera, and music top the list. Haojiji is equipped with navigation, HiCar smartphone connectivity, and a 540-degree panoramic imaging system, leaving no blind spots and providing all-around protection. The AR projection smart tailgate frees your hands, so you no longer have to stand awkwardly at the back of the car after shopping.

The rapid development of technology has led many brands to compete in terms of configuration, piling up seemingly impressive but ultimately useless features. The result is a flashy array of options that fail to address the actual needs of users, lacking practicality. However, the technological features of Haojiji are not just "icing on the cake," but truly "charity in times of need," offering real utility.

Space: In the era of smart connectivity, the car is more than just a vehicle; it's a mobile intelligent living space.

The RAV4 Honor has dimensions of 4600/1855/1680mm, with a wheelbase of 2690mm. A year ago, these numbers were quite satisfactory and competitive with many mid-size SUVs. However, with competitors upgrading, the RAV4 Honor's passenger space is now considered average. When the front seats are adjusted to a suitable position, there is ample room for a 1.6-meter-tall woman, but for someone over 1.75 meters, there is less than a fist's width of headroom. The legroom in the back is relatively spacious, but the high floor hump can affect comfort. The seats are thick and the backrests are adjustable, but the adjustment range is small, requiring rear passengers to maintain a relatively upright posture. Additionally, the RAV4 Honor comes with a standard-sized sunroof, with a panoramic sunroof only available in higher trims.The Haojix has a width of 1910mm, which is greater than the Audi Q5L's 1893mm and the Range Rover Evoque's 1904mm, making its wide body comparable to luxury brands. With a wheelbase of 2825mm, it surpasses the overall size of compact SUVs and is the longest in its class, even exceeding most large five-seat SUVs like the Highlander (2790mm). The interior is designed according to infant contact-level requirements, with all touchable surfaces made of low-emission, infant-grade eco-friendly materials, ensuring that the formaldehyde concentration is as low as 0.015mg/m³, far below the national standard. It is worth mentioning that when the rear seats are folded forward, it creates a nearly flat space, which is very accommodating for daily life. With the crisp autumn weather, it's a great time for self-driving camping. When you recline the backrest and add a mattress, you can instantly have a luxurious mobile bed. Imagine camping in the countryside, lying side by side with your family, and with the panoramic sunroof of the Haojix, you can also see the brightest stars at night, greatly enhancing the car experience.

In today's era of smart connectivity, cars are no longer just simple means of transportation but are mobile intelligent living spaces. The RAV4 has performed well in both passenger space and storage space, but the Haojix excels by maximizing space and utilizing the large space to complete more car usage scenarios, meeting more of our poetic and distant needs, and achieving 1+1＞2.

Power: Fully equipped "Hao" era, high-efficiency Mach power

In terms of power, the RAV4 still uses the common naturally aspirated engine in joint venture vehicles, with a 2.0L + CVT transmission, a maximum power of 126kW, and a maximum torque of 206N·m.

The biggest highlight of the Haojix is the high-efficiency Mach power 1.5T engine, with a comprehensive power of 150kW and a maximum torque of 305N.m, matched with a 7DCT transmission, surpassing many 2.0T models in power parameters.

The RAV4 has been on the market for many years and has a good reputation. After driving, it has a very good performance in smoothness, comfort, and quietness, but the power performance is still a bit "Buddhist", which is also related to its use of a naturally aspirated engine, so it lacks a bit of "strength" and explosiveness, and therefore lacks a bit of driving pleasure.

With Mach power, the Haojix has excellent power performance, starts quickly, and has no sense of jerkiness. The vehicle's speed climbs linearly, and overtaking in daily life can be said to be very easy, truly achieving "power on demand".

Overall, the Haojix's space, power, and intelligence are slightly better than the Rongfang, and the price difference is nearly 80,000 yuan. The Haojix has reduced everyone's car purchase cost to a certain extent, achieving both the satisfaction of your driving pleasure and providing a spacious space for the family. The sincerity of the Haojix is not limited to this. Now that it is newly listed, it not only has a maximum replacement subsidy of up to 40,000 yuan for the entire series but also offers a ten-year unlimited mileage warranty, as well as a gift of 5 years of free basic services + 5 years of free car networking service traffic + 5 years of Bluetooth key usage rights and other benefits.

The arrival of Dongfeng Fengshen Haojix reflects the brand's upward trend, changing the product that the public has always been accustomed to. Cutting-edge design, novel intelligent interactive experience, and unique comfortable and convenient configuration in the same class, comparable to 2.0T high-efficiency Mach power. Faced with increasingly picky family users, the Mach wide enjoyment SUV Haojix, which can take into account these advantages, has the potential to become a hit.