When choosing a car, people have different needs and budgets. Everyone wants to spend less and get more. They want a spacious car that is comfortable to drive and ride in. Ideally, it should also offer smart features. Currently, pure electric vehicles are the best choice. Charging costs less than refueling.
The 150,000 yuan (21230$) price range attracts much attention. Many models exist in this range. However, finding one that meets the specified criteria is rare. Don’t worry. The focus of this article is the new car from the Qichen brand, the all-new Qichen VX6. It should meet your needs.
The STAR design concept is new and stylish. What design should a family-oriented model have? Look at the all-new Qichen VX6. It adopts the STAR design concept. The exterior features sharp, angular lines instead of smooth curves. This sets it apart from most family SUVs on the market. Although classified as a compact SUV, the first impression is that it feels like a midsize SUV with larger dimensions. It meets the preference for bigger vehicles among Chinese users.
The closed front grille matches the design of electric vehicles. The front end is short and lacks significant downward pressure. It aligns well with the straight body shape. The creative split headlight design surprises at first glance. The LED light strip forms a “V” shape in the center of the front. The car’s lights support welcome and dynamic lighting effects.
The compact SUV offers near mid-size dimensions. What does that feel like? The new Qichen VX6 features a short front and a long cabin design. This maximizes space for passengers. Hidden door handles become standard for new energy vehicles. From the side, the Qichen VX6 showcases large windows. The spacious interior provides an open view. The light-colored interior enhances brightness and creates a sense of space.
The rear design echoes the front. The red LED light strip at the back matches the headlights. The test drive model features a tailgate that opens with a sensor. With the key in hand, standing by the tailgate for over three seconds will open it automatically. This method is more convenient and elegant than the traditional kick-to-open style. The tailgate opens at a high angle. At 180 cm tall, I can walk by without hitting my head. The 1225 mm wide trunk opening and the 640 mm low trunk lip make it easy to handle large luggage.
The new Venucia VX6 features a cabin design that emphasizes comfort and technology. It caters to family users and modern demands for automotive comfort. Upon entering, you feel the spaciousness and brightness. The interior lacks unnecessary physical buttons; nearly all functions adjust via the central control screen. The center console uses soft materials, and the light color scheme creates a warm, home-like atmosphere.
The semi-open central storage area enhances cabin space. The layered design allows for easy placement of various small items. This design also helps when the driver’s door is blocked. It makes it easier to enter the vehicle from the passenger side. This design often appears in MPV models.
The new Venucia VX6 creates a strong sense of technology. It features a combination of an LCD instrument panel and a narrow bezel high-definition central display. The central display offers excellent visuals with vibrant colors and high saturation. The vehicle uses the new generation intelligent system, “Lighthouse OS 2.0,” along with the 8155 vehicle chip. This setup ensures smooth operation. The system supports OTA upgrades. With 16GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, it handles common apps easily.
The car system includes popular apps like Youku, Kuaishou, QQ Music, Kugou Music, Ximalaya, and news radio. If you need more, use HiCar, Carlink, or other connection methods. Connect your phone seamlessly to the car system. Enjoy using the car system like you do your phone.
In addition to regular operations, the car system supports an AI voice assistant. It enables long, multi-turn conversations and allows users to speak when they see something. This feature is very convenient. The system also offers AI smart scenes. Users can create scenes by adding one or more actions, similar to programming. For example, I set up a scene called “After Work.” In this scene, I added commands to unlock, start, greet, set the air conditioning to 20°, and play music. When I activate this scene, the system triggers all the commands I added.
To enhance comfort, the vehicle offers atmosphere theme modes. Options include Weizhou Beach, Rainy Wooden Fish, and Small Stone Pond. Activating a theme adjusts the screen display, air conditioning, and music. This feature is perfect for a quick rest while driving.
The new Venucia VX6 features interesting seat settings. The front seats offer multi-directional electric adjustment, ventilation, and heating. The wide seat design accommodates larger users. They can find a comfortable position for long drives.
The rear seatbacks adjust to multiple angles. The spacious design enhances comfort. The flat floor in the back adds to the roominess. A colleague who is 185 cm tall sits comfortably in the rear. The headroom and legroom impress at first glance.
This car has a unique secret in seat design. It transforms into a large bed instantly. The new Qichen VX6 offers a different experience than similar models. Most models flatten the second and third-row seats and use the trunk floor to create a bed. The new Qichen VX6 optimizes space further. Its front seats fold completely flat. This allows the use of almost the entire cabin length. Compared to other brands, it is more thorough.
The new Venucia VX6 focuses on comfort. It does not suit aggressive handling. The vehicle features an electric motor with a maximum power of 160 kW and a peak torque of 275 Nm. The battery pack has a capacity of 62 kWh. It offers a CLTC range of 520 kilometers. This performance is mainstream among electric vehicles in the same price range.
The driving mode offers two settings: comfort and excitement. The energy recovery has three options: strong, weak, and adaptive. If you don’t have specific needs for energy recovery, use adaptive for daily driving. The car’s motor output leans towards smooth and linear. In comfort mode, you must press the accelerator over 50% to feel strong pushback. In excitement mode, the power output is noticeably more aggressive, but the initial acceleration still feels steady.
The vehicle’s suspension tuning is soft. Even with tire pressure reaching 3.1 bar, the body vibrations over hard bumps remain minimal. If you accelerate quickly or turn sharply, the body sways slightly more. The car also features a comfort braking function. At high speeds, the suspension handles big dips well. It doesn’t feel like riding a boat, which helps prevent motion sickness.
The car’s steering prioritizes comfort and ease. At low speeds, the steering feels light and responsive. It requires minimal effort to turn. However, if you value steering feedback, this car may disappoint you. At high speeds, the steering becomes slightly heavier. It offers moderate feedback. A 180-degree turn takes two and a half turns of the wheel.
The test drive features smart driving assistance models. It supports mainstream functions. The experience proves very usable. It gives drivers confidence during highway cruising. In emergencies, active safety features effectively monitor the vehicle.
NVH performance meets average standards for this class. At speeds over 80 km/h, front and rear passengers can converse easily. They don’t need to raise their voices. The control of wind and road noise is good. After a day of testing, I hardly noticed any noise.
Summary: Overall, I find the products from Qichen to be quite good. After launching the Vita pure electric platform, V-Joy smart space, and Luban battery, Qichen introduced three new products: the Qichen D V DD-i plug-in hybrid, Qichen VX6, and Qichen D V Hydrogen. In 2024, they embarked on an “All in” strategy for new energy. Regarding the new Qichen VX6, it boasts high aesthetics, spaciousness, and intelligence, all at an affordable price. Qichen understands user needs. In this competitive era, comprehensive and differentiated offerings can win user approval and market recognition. Appropriate promotion is also essential. The new Qichen VX6 stands as a key model, integrating advanced brand technology to meet market demand. It aims to satisfy users in every aspect. I hope Qichen can regain user attention with this product and I look forward to seeing what their next model will be like.