What the people need, Wuling makes. People need an affordable B-class plug-in hybrid sedan, Wuling Xingguang is here. The birth of Wuling Xingguang not only lowers the price threshold of B-class plug-in hybrid sedans again, but also continues to demonstrate brand strength in the domestic independent B-class plug-in hybrid sedan field with platform advantages and high attractiveness. Obviously, with the great sales prospects of Wuling Xingguang plug-in hybrid version and the diversified development of the domestic market today, relying solely on plug-in hybrids is not enough, and the Wuling brand has also realized this. Therefore, the pure electric version of Wuling Xingguang is now in front of us.
Exterior facelift not just about changing power Wuling Rongguang electric version, Wuling brand in the domestic pure electric new energy vehicle market cast a heavy bomb. Recently, the Wuling Rongguang electric version also released its pre-sale price of 10.98-11.98, and generously launched the activity of ordering with 7 heavy gifts. This time, the Wuling Rongguang electric version continues the “Star Wing Aesthetics” design language in appearance, the overall lines of the vehicle are smooth and sleek, with the mainstream style of contemporary car design.
The most noticeable change in appearance is that the Wuling Rongguang pure electric model uses a closed front grille design commonly seen in electric vehicles, making the front end look cleaner. The “fangs” on the sides of the plug-in hybrid model’s lower bumper are replaced by straight lines. Without an engine, the height of the front end has been lowered by 50mm, giving it a lower and sleeker look.
All models come standard with LED automatic headlights. To address user pain points such as “dim headlights like candles, narrow and close illumination area, danger of driving at high speeds & in mountainous areas,” LED lens headlights are used to provide wider and farther illumination range, spanning 6 lanes and a distance of >170m. Combined with steering assist function, it features unique high beam assist lights, increasing brightness by 15% compared to peers. The unique steering assist lights automatically illuminate cornering lights when turning, expanding illumination width close to 2 times to reduce blind spots. The design of the headlights has also been upgraded for a more stylish look.
The body side lines are smooth, the Wuling Rongguang pure electric version and plug-in hybrid version maintain the same exterior dimensions, the rear door lines look very full, creating a wide-body feeling from the rear. Thanks to excellent aerodynamic optimization, the drag coefficient of the Wuling Rongguang pure electric version is only 0.228Cd.
The rear end is slightly higher than the front, giving it a forward-leaning stance. The sloping roofline adds to the sporty look of the vehicle. The rear bumper has been redesigned compared to the plug-in hybrid version, with a more harmonious monochrome design. The wraparound taillights are longer, and the LED turn signal area is larger.
The new car is equipped with 18-inch Star Spin precision aluminum wheels, the combination of silver and black is very textured. The test drive model is matched with 215/50R18 tires, which balance comfort, visual effects, and maintenance economy. In addition, the Wuling Rongguang Pure Electric Edition also offers four exciting car colors for users to choose from: Star Flame Red, Star Sand Gray, Star Glitter Gold, and Star Curtain Black.
Practical configuration, interior style unchanged. Compared to the changes in appearance, the Wuling Rongguang electric version has minimal differences in interior style compared to the plug-in hybrid version. In the 100,000-level pure electric sedan, the interior materials and manufacturing process of this car are at an upper level. At the same time, necessary physical buttons have not been omitted to highlight the sense of technology, which deserves praise.
The interior offers two styles to choose from: dark black immersion space and light sand color atmosphere space. I test drove the light interior series, which not only filled the car with a warm feeling, but also made the interior more transparent.
The steering wheel features a two-spoke design, with a good size and grip feel. The multifunction buttons use physical press operation, with clear operation feel. Above the front console, there are knobs for gear shifting, cup holders, electronic handbrake, and driving mode selection buttons. The position of the air conditioning settings is also convenient to operate.
15.6-inch high-color gamut LED central control screen, highest in its class, high resolution 1920*1080P, 8.5mm narrow bezel design, screen-to-body ratio over 90%; 85% high-color gamut LED light source, highest in its class, rich colors, uniform picture quality, soft light sensation, overall viewing experience is very good.
The car machine’s main interface is set up in a card style, allowing users to add or remove small programs as needed. The car machine comes with built-in apps like mobile Gaode maps, WeChat, Meituan, Dianping, Baidu, as well as copyright applications like iQiyi, QQ Music, which are sufficient for daily life. Ling OS supports multi-round voice conversations with good recognition and response speed. Additionally, the car machine’s operating speed is also decent.
The version we test drove this time is the 510-kilometer advanced model, with a comprehensive configuration including main driver’s six-way electric adjustable seat, four-door windows one-touch up and down, automatic air conditioning, intelligent car machine, 360° panoramic image, automatic headlights, and intelligent driving assistance functions. Unfortunately, there is no sunroof provided.
In terms of comfort and space performance, the Wuling Rongguang pure electric version has achieved the best level in the same class. The seat setting with dual hardness foam process can provide better support to the body. The driver’s seat has six-way power adjustment, while the passenger seat has four-way manual adjustment, which is considered the mainstream level in this class.
The length and angle of the rear seat cushion and backrest have been optimized for comfort. The rear seats support a 4/6 folding ratio. With a 2800mm wheelbase, legroom for rear passengers is guaranteed. Rear air vents and two USB charging ports indirectly enhance the comfort of rear passengers.
Equipped with efficient three-in-one electric drive system supporting 2C fast charging. The Wuling Rongguang electric version uses a high-efficiency three-in-one electric drive system, a 6-layer winding flat wire motor with a power of 150kW, and a torque of 310N.m. Official acceleration time is 7.3 seconds, with a top speed of 160 km/h.
Two models with different battery capacities of 41.9 kWh and 54.3 kWh are equipped with innovative MUST structure integrated design. The strength is increased by over 60% using the highest level flame retardant and temperature resistant materials to seal the entire battery pack, protecting it from high temperatures, fire, water and dust intrusion, and thermal shock. For enhanced safety, the vehicle is equipped with self-developed intelligent BMS, combined with cloud-based AI-BMS system, self-learning and actively evolving, achieving over 240 safety regulations, over 80 fault warnings, real-time safety inspections 24/7 throughout the entire lifecycle, ensuring comprehensive safety. Additionally, Wuling has taken into consideration the actual needs of users by equipping the Rongguang EV version with efficient 2C fast charging. Based on three-electrode testing, a precise fast charging strategy is designed to strictly control the charging polarization voltage of the battery cells, avoiding issues such as lithium precipitation and electrode pulverization. By optimizing the battery materials, it only takes 15 minutes to charge from 30% to 80%, running at full charging station power, providing more peace of mind for long-distance trips.
In terms of driving experience, the Wuling Rongguang pure electric version feels very stable. The new chassis design, combined with the lower battery pack, gives drivers confidence in the vehicle’s flexibility and rapid cornering. The rear independent suspension also greatly improves overall ride comfort.
With a maximum torque of 310N.m and a motor power of 150kW, this car performs light enough during start-up and mid-range acceleration. Although the vehicle offers economy+, economy, standard, and sport driving modes, as long as the accelerator pedal is opened more than 50%, the vehicle still has strong acceleration ability even in economy mode, making overtaking very easy.
This car offers various driving modes and allows users to adjust steering, pedals, and regenerative braking intensity. Regenerative braking intensity can be matched based on driving mode. In low regenerative mode, the vehicle glides smoothly after releasing the accelerator pedal.
The Wuling Rongguang EV has 46 acoustic packages, covering the passenger cabin, engine compartment, and trunk, with a focus on the front wall and floor. The combination of sound absorption and isolation materials effectively blocks road noise. In actual driving experience, the noise performance inside the car is satisfactory within the commonly used speed range.
Summary: The Wuling Rongguang pure electric version is not just a simple shell and power change from the plug-in hybrid version, but a new calibration and change for the pure electric version. Compared to the Wuling Rongguang plug-in version, it has improved in appearance and dynamic feel. With the current pre-sale price, the B-class pure electric sedan at the 100,000 level, the Wuling Rongguang pure electric version is very attractive. In the future, it will compete in the domestic new energy vehicle market with the Wuling Rongguang plug-in hybrid version.