Dongfeng Yixuan

The Dongfeng Yixuan has great exterior and space, feeling like an ideal production sports car. The seats are very soft and comfortable, with responsive brakes. As a naturally aspirated model, the power is acceptable though there's a one-second delay at startup. However, the A-pillar blocks visibility, and the system configuration is lacking: too few USB ports, no CarPlay, no app store, and no radar or 360° camera. The built-in Baidu Navigation can't connect with phone data, and only Kuwo Music is available, limiting experience. The Fengshen Auto Link app for phone connection shows too small a screen on mobile, requiring a tablet for comfort. Overall, it suits experienced drivers familiar with路况 but is unfriendly to new drivers, especially as it's marketed as young people's first coupe.

I am most satisfied with the Dongfeng Yixuan as it offers the best overall performance in terms of appearance, interior, configuration, and fuel consumption among vehicles in the same price range. The suspension is a bit stiff but well-tuned. It handles easily with a light steering wheel. While it may shake a bit on bumpy roads, this has little impact as urban roads are mostly good. The configuration is rich, including rear radar, 360-degree panoramic image, full-speed adaptive cruise control, electric sunroof, and a multifunctional steering wheel, with a powerful central control screen. Although the reverse image is a bit blurry, I can accept it as I prefer using rearview mirrors for reversing.

I am quite satisfied with my Dongfeng Yixuan. It has an attractive and youthful exterior with a high rate of回头率, and the black and red interior is very personalized, even coming with a built-in rear spoiler. The 360-degree panoramic image is helpful for new drivers despite its low clarity. It offers ECO, Sport, and Snow modes; ECO mode is fuel-efficient for city driving with less sensitive acceleration, while Sport mode provides quick throttle response and strong power. The overall space for the front and rear seats is acceptable, with large storage spaces, though the rear seats don't fold down and the floor hump is a bit high. Fuel consumption is around 5-6L on elevated roads, 7-8L in the city, and about 8L long-term, which is acceptable. The car shifts smoothly with little顿挫感, and the steering wheel is light and flexible. However, the隔音 needs improvement, the suspension is a bit stiff, the touchscreen for空调 controls is hard to operate while driving, there's noticeable shaking in D gear during traffic jams, and the halogen headlights are not good. The infotainment system lacks in-car internet and relies on the "Fengshen Chelian" app for phone network sharing and remote control, but the投屏 function is unnecessary. The trunk can only be opened via the key or a button under the driver's seat. Overall, for a sedan under 100,000 yuan, it's very good with a high cost-performance ratio, and the sound system is satisfying.