Why you should not rush to buy a Chinese SUV Tank 500
- August 11, 2022
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The new Chinese SUV Tank 500 goes to Russia. The competing press praises him, flatteringly calling the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 the “killer.” In fact, everything may not
The new Chinese SUV Tank 500 goes to Russia. The competing press praises him, flatteringly calling the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 the “killer.” In fact, everything may not be so “chocolate”. Even at the presentation stage, there were quirks with the Tank, so there may also be absurdities with sales in Russia. The AvtoVzglyad portal tells what buyers of the Chinese “premium” are most likely to face.
The peculiarities, as we repeat, began during the premiere of the model at the Chengdu Motor Show. Everyone was waiting for the company to show the Tank 600, but instead of the “six hundredth” they got the Tank 500. An incomprehensible business move confused the buyers, but this should not be, because this frame “Chinese ” targets the premium segment, where everything is clearly displayed on the “shelves”.
If we talk about dimensions, then the Tank is comparable to the well-known Haval H9, but in terms of equipment it is noticeably superior to the “nine”. For example, a two-tone body color is offered as an option and there are also electrically retractable footrests. Three rows of seats are upholstered in genuine leather (again, there are even two-tone options), there are also wood grain inserts. At the same time, there are no “captain’s chairs” at all – only a sofa. But this will noticeably reduce interest in the model, because rich people prefer to ride in the back, but with comfort.
The power of the motor is not clear. In China, the SUV is offered with a 3-liter V6 with an output of 354 hp. Of. If it is not changed for Russia, you will have to pay an increased transport tax. And now even rich people are getting used to saving.
Incidentally, the engine itself is technically complex. It has combined injection, two turbos and there is also a 48-volt starter alternator. That is, the usual provincial service will not be able to maintain or repair such a unit. It is also unclear how spare parts enter the country. After all, even when the parallel import started working, the shortage of parts did not decrease too much. What can we say about the bizarre SUV from the Middle Kingdom, which will be difficult to get, for example, body panels.
Finally, owning a Chinese premium car is psychologically questionable. Against this background, even a used “British” or “German” look is much more preferable. And they are more understandable in service.
The next question is what tank sales policies the dealers will build. If a cash buyer is treated like an honored guest, and a person who plans to take out a loan and use a trade-in is offered high prices, then the Tank 500 is unlikely to be popular. By the way, now many sellers use this technique. Let’s not forget the special stages, which will certainly be hung on the “500th”. If the anti-corrosion agent and the signal are pulled by 600,000 rubles (that’s how much the special stages cost for the Kruzak), then the price of the Chinese miracle will easily fly over 10,000,000 rubles. They charge so much for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300. And who needs a “Chinese” for that money?
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The peculiarities, as we repeat, began during the premiere of the model at the Chengdu Motor Show. Everyone was waiting for the company to show the Tank 600, but instead of the “six hundredth” they got the Tank 500. An incomprehensible business move confused the buyers, but this should not be, because this frame “Chinese ” targets the premium segment, where everything is clearly displayed on the “shelves”.
If we talk about dimensions, then the Tank is comparable to the well-known Haval H9, but in terms of equipment it is noticeably superior to the “nine”. For example, a two-tone body color is offered as an option and there are also electrically retractable footrests. Three rows of seats are upholstered in genuine leather (again, there are even two-tone options), there are also wood grain inserts. At the same time, there are no “captain’s chairs” at all – only a sofa. But this will noticeably reduce interest in the model, because rich people prefer to ride in the back, but with comfort.
The power of the engine is not clear. In China, the SUV is offered with a 3-liter V6 with an output of 354 hp. Of. If it is not changed for Russia, you will have to pay an increased transport tax. And now even rich people are getting used to saving.
Incidentally, the engine itself is technically complex. It has combined injection, two turbos and there is also a 48-volt starter alternator. That is, the usual provincial service will not be able to maintain or repair such a unit. It is also unclear how spare parts enter the country. After all, even when the parallel import started to work, the shortage of parts did not decrease too much. What can we say about the bizarre SUV from the Middle Kingdom, which will be difficult to get, for example, body panels.
Finally, owning a Chinese premium car is psychologically questionable. Against this background, even a used “British” or “German” look is much more preferable. And they are more understandable in service.
The next question is what tank sales policies the dealers will build. If a cash buyer is treated like an honored guest, and a person who plans to take out a loan and use a trade-in is offered high prices, then the Tank 500 is unlikely to be popular. By the way, now many sellers use this technique. Let’s not forget the special stages, which will certainly be hung on the “500th”. If the anti-corrosion agent and the signal are pulled by 600,000 rubles (that’s how much the special stages cost for the Kruzak), then the price of the Chinese miracle will easily fly over 10,000,000 rubles. They charge so much for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300. And who needs a “Chinese” for that money?
Source: Avto Vzglyad
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