The 6 most affordable Chinese cars with adjustable steering wheel – Chinese cars

An option such as changing the steering wheel access is not as new as it might seem at first glance.

Information about its appearance in cars varies, but we can say with certainty that it was already equipped with American Nash-Healys from 1951-1954. and Ford Thunderbird 1955-1957. However, to this day, not all models can be present. “Chinese Cars” checked current offers and compiled a rating of the most affordable cars in Russia, whose steering wheel is adjustable not only for tilt, but also for reach.

Mod S5

The front-wheel drive sedan C-class (4644 x 1814 x 1493 mm, wheelbase – 2650 mm) has an expressive appearance, a modern interior and a good range of options, but the technical and operational characteristics are not his most special. The E4G15C series engine has a displacement of 1.5 liters and develops only 113 hp. Peak torque – 138 Nm at 4000 rpm, acceleration to “hundreds” – 13.2 seconds. The gasoline used is AI-92, the average consumption is 7.3 l / 100 km, the size of the fuel tank is 48 liters.

Interior of Omoda S5 sedan

Omoda S5 is just a slightly redesigned version of Chery Arrizo 5 Plus, sold in the Chinese domestic market. Weight gain – 1386 kg. Ground clearance – 160 mm. Tires – 205/55 R16. There are five seats in the cabin, with plenty of free space for the occupants of both rows. The volume of the trunk is 482 liters, and the compartment itself has a compact shape. The cost announced by the automaker is from 1,999,000 rubles, and including all benefits, even less – 1,879,000 rubles.

Haval Jolion

Haval Jolion updated crossover

Best seller on the domestic crossover market and one of the most affordable SUVs in Russia among foreign cars. The current cost is 1,999,000 rubles, which can be reduced by 100,000 rubles using the Trade-In service. In the pre-restyling version, steering wheel adjustment was only available in height, but from the beginning of 2024, as they say, at the request of employees, he chose to leave.

As for its dimensions, Jolion is a typical representative of the compact segment: its length is 4472 mm, width – 1874 mm, height – 1581 mm. Wheelbase – 2700 mm, ground clearance – 190 mm. When equipped, vehicle weight varies from 1420 to 1625 kg, depending on the modification. Wheels – R17 and R18. The trunk has a regular shape, but has a small volume of 337 liters. The backrest of the second row folds almost flush with the floor in 2 asymmetrical parts, increasing the cargo capacity to 1133 liters. In the area under the raised floor there is a dock as well as some tools.

Inside the updated Haval Jolion crossover

Under the hood of the Jolion is a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine with an in-line layout, and the capacity depends on the modification: on front-wheel drive versions it develops 143 hp. at 5600-6000 rpm and 210 Nm of torque at 2000-4400 rpm; all the way – 150 hp. at 5500-6000 rpm and 230 Nm of maximum thrust at 1500-4400 rpm. In the basic Comfort version, the car is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission; in the three higher versions, it is equipped with a 7-speed DCT automatic with wet-type double clutch. Average fuel consumption is 7.5-8.2 l / 100 km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 liters. Acceleration to “hundreds” is 9.8 seconds. “Maximum speed” – 185 km/h.

Geely Emgrand

Geely Emgrand sedan / photo by Sergei Zakharov

Another, let’s say, a budget sedan with a starting price of 2,059,990 rubles (without the maximum benefit of 350,000 rubles), which has a steering wheel adjustment from the “start” for tilt and access. For some time now, the Geely Emgrand has been assembled at the Belarusian enterprise BelGee. But the time is not far away when the model will be delivered to us under the Belgee brand of the same name.

Unlike the Omoda, this car has a slightly more powerful gasoline engine (122 hp at 6300 rpm), and in addition there are two types of transmission to choose from – a 5-speed manual and a tar -6-speed automatic transmission. Maximum torque – 152 Nm at 4000-5000 rpm. Acceleration to 100 km / h – 12.9 / 12.6 seconds. Gasoline – “ninety-second”. The size of the fuel tank is 50 liters.

Interior of the updated Geely Emgrand sedan

Overall dimensions: 4638 x 1822 x 1460 mm, wheel base – 2650 mm. Weight gain – 1270/1340 kg. Ground clearance – 151 mm. The trunk can accommodate up to 500 liters of luggage, and the rear sofa can be folded piece by piece into an almost flat floor and greatly increase mobility. The flagship configuration at the top end (4 in total) has a non-contact trunk opening function.

Changan Eado Plus

Changan Eado Plus sedan

This Chinese three-volume car has two trim levels and a starting price of 2,049,900 rubles. The Eado Plus isn’t the most affordable sedan in the Changan lineup, but the more budget-friendly Alsvin doesn’t have a steering column. Overall the size of the car is larger than the previous two: 4730 x 1820 x 1505 mm and wheelbase is longer – 2700 mm. Weight gain – 1415 kg. Ground clearance – 150 mm.

The generation II Eado was introduced in China in April 2018, and a year and a half later the sedan was updated, as a result of which it received the prefix Plus to its name. And in this form, Changan arrived in Russia in May 2023.

Interior of the Changan Eado Plus sedan

Our market offers the undisputed JL473ZQ3 engine – a 1.4-liter turbo-four with direct injection, a DOHC 16-valve timing belt and phase shifters on the intake and exhaust. Power – 150 hp 5500 rpm, torque – 255 Nm at 2000-4000 rpm. Maximum speed through – 200 km / h. The gasoline used is AI-92. The size of the fuel tank is 53 liters. The size of the luggage compartment is 500 l. Transmission – 7-speed robotic.

JAC J7

The pickup truck, the best seller in the Russian JAC line, is also the longest in our rating (segment D): 4772 x 1820 x 1492 mm, with the largest wheelbase – 2760 mm and the most voluminous cargo compartment (540 liters). , which domestic taxi companies did not notice.

JAC J7 cars in one of the dealerships

For the version of the current model year, sellers are asking from 2,100,000 rubles, 2023 cars are even more affordable – from 1,999,000 rubles. Curb weight – 1460-1510 kg, ground clearance – more than 125 mm, tires – 215/50 R17. Front wheel drive only.

The 1.5-liter turbo engine develops 136 hp. at 5500 rpm, maximum torque – 200 Nm at 2000-4500 rpm. Combined with CVT, the car can accelerate to 170 km/h. The size of the fuel tank is 55 liters.

JAC J7 saloon construction

The five-door was first introduced at the end of September 2019 under the name JAC A5, and for some markets, including ours, it was renamed J7 to avoid misunderstandings from Audi. The design of the restoration is the work of Daniel Gaglione, who once “drawn” Alfa Romeo and Maserati models.

Changan CS35 Plus

Changan CS35 Plus Crossover

Another representative of the Changan brand, which is gaining momentum in the Russian market. This time – a representative of the best-selling SUV segment. The front-wheel drive all-terrain vehicle debuted at the end of summer 2018 at the Chengdu Motor Show, and almost a year later it arrived on our market, immediately becoming the most popular car of the brand. In the winter of 2021, the Chinese released a refined version.

The crossover, for which they, including the direct discount, ask 2,189,900 rubles, is very compact: 4330 x 1825 x 1660 mm, so the trunk is small (403 liters), it is the turbine 2600 mm. Weight gain – 1465 kg. Ground clearance – 180 mm. The turbocharged unit 1.4-liter JL473ZQ9 develops 150 horsepower at 5500 rpm, the maximum torque is 255 Nm at 1500-4000 rpm. The speed limit is 200 km/h. Gasoline – AI-92, fuel tank volume – 52 liters. Box – 7DCT.

Inside the updated Changan CS35 Plus crossover

The interior of the CS35 Plus has a five-seat layout. The second row of seats is more suitable for only two passengers in terms of free space. But it folds into a pair of asymmetrical parts, and as a result the capacity of the compartment goes up to 950 liters, although there is no flat surface.

Vladimir PETROV (@chinamashina)