Powerful motor and strange footrests. Test drive Exeed TXL Sport Edition
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Options and prices
Despite the restyling that the Exid THL 2023 model year has recently undergone, the crossover has not received a new body, although it has changed somewhat compared to the previous version. This can be said for sure if you compare the photos of two SUVs. In addition, the equipment of the Chinese model was expanded and an alternative appeared in the technical characteristics of the car. At the same time, the update led to an increase in cross prices, as can be seen from this review.
Luxury
This is the starting version of the premium cross from China, which the manufacturer estimated at 3.99 million rubles. However, the level of possibility of the already basic version of the SUV is very solid and includes the following:
- the ability to shift transmission gears manually;
- electric power steering;
- aluminum rims 18 inches;
- all lighting equipment with LED-filling;
- rain and light sensors;
- heated side mirrors, as well as an electrical control system for them;
- tailgate with electric control, as well as the possibility of contactless opening;
- cleaning and heating built into the rear window;
- roof rails and wing;
- the ability to adjust the steering wheel and column in several variations;
- outdoor temperature sensor;
- digital instrument panel with a 12.3-inch screen;
- start the engine with a button;
- interior with leather trim, as well as additional aluminum lining on some interior elements;
- front seats with lumbar support, as well as the ability to adjust the position in six directions;
- armrests between the seats of the first and second rows;
- heated seats, steering wheel, washer nozzles and windshield;
- all power windows with electric control of their mechanism;
- wireless charging for smartphones;
- a complete set of front and side airbags, as well as curtain airbags;
- a huge list of electronic assistants, including body stability, lane keeping, auto braking, anti-lock braking system, assistance when starting to move downhill or uphill, determining the situation in “blind” zones;
- a system that allows you to control the high beam in automatic mode;
- parking sensors;
- Cruise control;
- assistant to control the level of driver fatigue;
- dual-zone climate control, as well as an air purifier in the cabin;
- multimedia and 8 speakers of the audio system;
- touchscreen 12.3 inches;
- circular review;
- on-board computer;
- incomplete spare tire;
- anti-theft system.
Flagship
The second version of the cross for 4.25 million rubles, a distinctive feature of which is the presence of such features:
- adjustable sunroof;
- a roof with a panoramic view;
- front seats with electrically adjustable positions and built-in ventilation;
- lane keeping assistant;
- adaptive cruise control;
- determination of road signs;
- parking assistant;
- adaptive light;
- better audio system from Sony.
Sport Edition
Recently, it was this modification of the Chinese SUV that turned out to be the most equipped. Its price is 4.65 million rubles, and the characteristics are expanded thanks to a more efficient engine, running boards on the sides of the body, a full-size spare wheel, and a key that received a memory system.
Options and prices (pivot table)
| # | Equipment | Model Years | Cost, rub. | Drive unit | Transmission | Engine, cub. cm | Acceleration from 0 to 100, s | Max. speed, km/h | Power, max., hp (kW) at rpm | Fuel consumption in the combined cycle, l / 100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.6 DCT AWD Flagship | 2020 – | 4 249 900 | Full (4WD) | RKPP 7 | 1598 | 9.8 | 185 | 186 (137) / 5500 | 7.8 |
| 2 | 1.6 DCT AWD Luxury | 2020 – | 3 999 900 | Full (4WD) | RKPP 7 | 1598 | 9.8 | 185 | 186 (137) / 5500 | 7.8 |
| 3 | 2.0 TGDI DCT AWD Sport Edition | 2022 – | 4 649 900 ₽ | Full (4WD) | RKPP 7 | 1998 | 9 | 200 | 197 (145) / 5000 | 8.7 |
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Handling and off-road performance
In terms of driving performance, the 2023 Exeed TXL is a very modern car. This model is almost perfectly kept on the road. This can be achieved due to the excellent settings of the chassis and steering system, as well as the presence of many electronic assistants that help the driver in any situation on the road. The same can be said about the ability of the crossover to maneuver and respond to any movement of the steering wheel.
Adding to the above is that the car has impressive off-road capability despite its crossover status. Exeed TXL received a clearance of 210 mm, an all-wheel drive system and a set of electronic assistants. They make it possible to feel confident on the road. However, it is still not necessary to overestimate the cross, since it is a typical SUV with off-road capabilities.
Are TXL good off-road?
On paper, the Exeed TXL boasts a ground clearance of 210mm and an all-wheel drive transmission with a BorgWarner clutch in the rear wheel drive. But in fact, the patency of the TXL Sport Edition is severely limited by the same retractable running boards – on forest roads we struck them in completely harmless places.
In addition, in difficult sections, the front wheels still slip at first, before the Exeed begins to row all four under the crunch of brakes that mimic the differential locks. But with diagonal hanging TXL still copes without forcing the driver to blush.
What has changed along the way
In the photo: this is what the driver’s workplace looks like in the Exeed TXL 2.0 Sport Edition crossover
But the biggest change to the TXL Sport Edition is the engine. Everything under the hood is still covered in plastic. Although the shape of the pad has changed slightly, Acteco lettering has appeared. The characteristics of the 2-liter engine are already familiar from Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max. Here, too, 197 hp. and 375 Nm of torque (plus 11 “horses” and 100 Nm compared to the 1.6 liter engine). In terms of taxes, such capacity is beneficial for owners. But in China, the same 2.0 engine develops 261 hp. and 400 Nm. So theoretically, power can be increased by tuning, but at your own peril and risk.
The TXL Sport Edition rides briskly. But you should not expect any huge difference directly compared to the 1.6 engine. Yes, there is more power and torque here, overtaking on the track is very confident. But the passport dynamics is not so impressive: 9.0 s to 100 km / h versus 9.8 s for a car with a 1.6-liter engine. Although such a doubt has crept in that there is some cunning in these figures. On Karelian roads, we managed to try acceleration in Sport mode. Moreover, there was no task to do this as efficiently as possible, the usual start from one pedal. And even if we take into account the error of the speedometer, the acceleration was less than nine seconds, or rather, something about 8.5 seconds. Interestingly, this figure is given for the Tiggo 8 Pro Max, which weighs almost the same as TXL. Therefore, there was a suspicion that the Sport Edition was going more vigorously than stated. Although it is far from the indicators of the Chinese version, acceleration is within seven seconds there.
In the photo: the Exeed TXL crossover with a 2-liter engine has a full-fledged spare tire in the trunk underground
Also here is another “robot”. It is also a 7-speed, with “wet” clutches. Other gear ratios are declared, the index for the box is 738DHA. But in reality, everything is as similar as possible to a car with a 1.6 engine: the shifts are very smooth, the “robot” tries to take care of itself and save fuel. With sharp starts from low speeds, there are hitches, this is especially noticeable in the city. On the track, the box behaves well, plus there is an honest manual mode. By the way, gasoline here needs to be filled with at least the 95th (for a car with 1.6, the 92nd is allowed). The average consumption for our trip was 10.5 liters.
And the crossover has become quieter. Windshield and front side windows received additional noise insulation. No changes have been announced for the suspension, the TXL handles bumps well. Judging by the documentation for the car, the curb weight has increased by 57 kg, compared with the Flagship package.
Will passengers like it?
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Exeed TXL is a car for a quiet ride. Two rows of door seals work well – less noise penetrates, you can not raise your voice. The move is soft, but with reservations. On a frankly broken road, the Exeed begins to sway, if you get into the amplitude, the suspension closes – and it’s not far from impacts.
Under the thick factory metal engine protection, I measured 22 cm. Excellent! But the protection is fixed strangely: in front between the steel sheet and the bumper there is a gap of three centimeters. In the mud or snow – like the open mouth of a whale swallowing plankton.
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