Bitauto original FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar and SAIC-Volkswagen Lingdu have actually been in the compact car market for many years, especially the Sagitar, which can be regarded as one of the earliest products. It is precisely because of it that many domestic consumers are exposed to the charm of German cars. However, with the increasing involution of this market segment, for those consumers who like the driving experience of German cars and trust the quality of German cars, there seem to be more choices at the price of 150,000 yuan. Today, the opponent we bring to the FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar is its younger brother: SAIC-Volkswagen Lingdu L. If it were you, would you prefer a personalized choice or would you rather go the steady route?
Before the article begins, let us first explain the selected car model: Based on the budget of 150,000 yuan after the terminal discount, we can choose the SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L 280TSI DSG Spicy Edition priced at 160,900 yuan. and the 160,900 yuan FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar 280TSI Beyond Plus version. The guide prices of the two are exactly the same, and the terminal prices are not much different. They are also the mid-range or high-end models of the entire series, and are cost-effective for most consumers.
Appearance comparison: smart coupe VS stable family sedan
First of all, let’s briefly talk about the appearance design. The front face of Lingdu L is different from the family-style front face of all existing Volkswagen fuel models. It will be more inclined to the more technological and simple front face of the ID. series models.
Lingdu L is built on the MQB Evo platform and is the latest design from the inside out. The large-mouth air intake grille and the separate design of the through-type light strip, combined with the bonnet with obvious ribs and the round and sharp headlights, change the previous Volkswagen's flat and stable front face design, and it looks smart and technological.
In fact, the previous generation model was criticized for being a coupe but not very distinguishable from other cars. No one will say this about this generation of Lingdu L, whether it is the highly recognizable front face or the smooth side profile. The fastback lines can tell people at a glance that this is a unique Volkswagen.
In addition, when it comes to coupes, we have to talk about frameless doors. In the past, due to cost constraints, the frameless door design was rarely seen on models under 200,000 yuan. Therefore, Lingdu L is equipped with frameless doors, which really solidifies the positioning of the coupe and becomes a strong selling point.
The styling of the Sagitar is not much different from the old model, and the smooth and low-key style has not changed much over the years. Although the current model has a more beautiful blue paint, it is only a small step forward in becoming younger. .
On the front face, the Sagitar's air intake grille uses a horizontal striped grille similar to that of Passat, which is more innovative than the monotonous horizontal chrome strips, but it is limited. It still looks like the small Passat in the past. Don’t worry about the configuration of the light set. The distance between the two carsThe light is all LED light source.
However, Lingdu L is equipped with Volkswagen's latest IQ. Light matrix, with horizontal light strips running through the LED headlights, and the front face has a more sporty and technological feel. All-weather smart LED matrix headlights can automatically adjust multi-scene lighting modes, which is more convenient and safer.
In terms of body size, both cars are positioned as compact models, and their body size parameters are very similar. The Sagitar's body length is slightly longer, but its body width and height are slightly inferior to those of the Lingdu L. The wheelbases of the other two cars are both 2731mm, which is considered above average in this level.
The side shape of the Sagitar is a relatively standard design of a compact family sedan. The straight waistline and straight roofline reveal a stable momentum. There are logo decorations on the side fenders, but overall Still relatively routine.
The rear of the car is also where the difference between the two is obvious. The Sagitar still looks like a "little Passat". Both the rear surround shape and the layering of the tail are the current Volkswagen family design. The taillights also use LED light sources.
The rear design of Lingdu L will be more fresh. The taillight group has been blackened. The black decorative strip creates the visual effect of through-type taillights. It looks wider, although the rear surround is similar to the Sagitar. , but the rear of the car feels a lot more sporty. In addition, as a coupe model, Lingdu L has a hatchback tailgate, and the large opening is worthy of praise.
From the perspective of design innovation, the Lingdu L is definitely better than the Sagitar, and it is a major replacement model. It uses the MQB Evo platform, which has many more new things than the Sagitar.
Interior Comparison: Nuances of Family-style Interiors
The interiors of Lingdu L and Sagitar are the two latest styles of the Volkswagen Group. Lingdu L will be more electronic, with most of the mechanical buttons removed, and the gear lever has also been changed to the latest electronic gear lever style. This is the first time that dual screens have appeared on a SAIC Volkswagen model, which has played a role in slimming down the dashboard.
The 10.2-inch floating digital LCD instrument and the 12-inch central control screen have good display effects, and the multi-function steering wheel, the five buttons in the air-conditioning area and the sunroof button all use touch interaction. In the past, joint venture cars have been so aggressive in their pursuit of technology. Feeling is very rare.
This new interior of the Sagitar also looks good. The floating screen has appeared on many Volkswagen models. The overall atmosphere in the car is relatively low-key. The traditional gear handle + wood grain veneer and other design elements look good. It's not that young, but the workmanship is still online. The angle of the tilted center console is not as large as that of the Lingdu L, so it is still relatively restrained.
At first glance, the interior layout of the two cars seems to be similar, but the materials and lines of Lingdu L will be more flexible: the tilt angle of the central control screen is larger, and in my actual experience, the smoothness will also be better. Even better, in addition, the center console area has been made of metal and plastic with contrasting colors, which will give a better sense of refinement and layering.
It is worth mentioning that although the car system UI of the two cars is very close, Lingdu L can change into a variety of colors according to the theme, including the theme of the central control screen. When you switch driving You will find it when you try the pattern.
The reason is that Lingdu L uses the MOS 4.0 vehicle system, while Sagitar uses the MOS 3.X system. In terms of feature richness, Lingdu L obviously has certain advantages.
In terms of space, the wheelbase of both cars is 2731mm. Let’s take a look at the actual space performance.
It can be seen that the Sagitar still has a certain space advantage. Because of the shape, the head space is good, but the Lingdu L space is not a shortcoming and is enough for daily use.
Comparison of power/driving experience: Lingdu L is quick and easy to follow, Sagitar has higher lag
In terms of power, Lingdu L is currently on the market with a 1.4T engine + 7-speed dry dual-clutch combination. A 1.2T engine version will be launched in the future to further lower the starting price. The Sagitar will have more powertrain options, with three engines: 1.4T, 1.2T, and 1.5T.
However, what we chose today is the 1.4T+7DSG version with the same powertrain. Although it seems to be the same at first glance, the engine code of Lingdu L is EA211-DJS, while the engine code of Sagitar is EA211-DSB. The maximum power is 110kW, the peak torque is 250N·m, and the maximum torque platform is also 1750-3000rpm, but the maximum power output speed is different, the former is 4800-5200rpm, and the latter is 5000-6000rpm.
At the same time, according to my actual driving, no matter which power mode it is, the power output of Lingdu L is faster and more responsive. The engine's response speed to the accelerator is faster than that of the Sagitar. At the same time, the braking and steering wheel are softer. The position is smaller - the Sagitar is different. The steering wheel is relatively heavier, and the braking force is weaker than that of the Lingdu L in the early stage.
So I personally prefer the more precise or sensitive driving experience of Lingdu L. Although the power parameters of the two cars are the same, Lingdu L accelerates faster and has slightly lower fuel consumption. Here we analyze that it is likely to be the difference in tires. Lingdu L uses Dunlop tires with better grip, while Lingdu L uses Dunlop tires with better road grip. Sagitar uses Hankook tires.
Configuration comparison: configurations win or lose
In the configuration part, we will go into detailsAt the beginning of this article, it was stated that all mid-range models were selected with an official guide price of 160,900 yuan, and comparisons were made based on the three aspects of safety configuration, comfort configuration and advanced configuration that consumers are more concerned about.
The first is the invisible but very important security configuration. In terms of passive safety, the mid-range versions of both cars are relatively complete, with six airbags in line with the price level; tire pressure monitoring functions are also available. Compared with the less abundant passive safety configuration, let's take a look at the active safety configuration.
Both cars are equipped with active safety configurations such as lane departure warning system, lane keeping assist system, road traffic sign recognition, active braking system, and forward collision warning system, but the Sagitar has additional merging assist, while the Lingdu L Lane centering can be optional.
In terms of commonly used comfort configurations, both cars have reversing cameras and full-speed adaptive cruise. The Sagitar has an additional induction trunk function, which is more convenient in a few scenarios, but compared to this, I may I would choose Lingdu L's hatchback tailgate. In most scenarios, the larger opening will indeed be much more practical than the conventional car tailgate opening.
It is a pity that the seat configuration of both cars is not high. As mid-range models, neither car has seat ventilation and heating functions (heating can be optional). However, I have to complain about the fact that the main and passenger seats of the Sagitar are manual. Both cars have automatic air conditioning, rear seat air outlets, and PM2.5 filtering functions, which are enough.
In addition, the Sagitar has an openable panoramic sunroof, which is visually more advanced. However, the Lingdu L is not a conventional sunroof. With the help of frameless doors, the opening of the sunroof is very large, which I like very much.
In terms of luxury configuration, as a mid-range model, there are not many. What the Sagitar can offer is the 10-color interior ambient light and the wireless charging function for mobile phones. However, the former has a relatively average effect, while the latter is practical due to the problem of heating. Sex is actually not high. Where is Lingdu L? I think the frameless doors and the compact electronic gear lever make this car look quite high-end, don't they?
Full text summary: Whether it is the Lingdu L or the Sagitar, both are actually good choices in today's compact car market - compared to many Japanese cars, the chassis quality of German cars is indeed excellent, and at the same time In terms of appearance, Lingdu L has a brilliant personality, while Sagitar is stable and low-key. The workmanship and configuration of the interior are actually quite excellent - compared to them, I would prefer Lingdu L. For young consumers, frameless doors + The more usable car system + hatchback tailgate seems to be more attractive than the Sagitar in terms of popularity and practicality. At the same time, the power system of the Lingdu L is more comfortable to drive, and the appearance and interior are also more beautiful. It accurately hits the points that young people like, and the reasonable price range also makes people have to admire SAIC Volkswagen's consumer insight.
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