Changan Ruicheng CC

My review of the Changan Ruicheng CC: Exterior is average, with the only highlight being the option for a front without a logo. Interior is negligible—all plastic panels fade badly in the sun, imitation leather seats are hard with poor support, causing sliding when turning, and seat connections creak. Space is extremely狭小 for an SUV, even smaller than a Volkswagen Magotan sedan; at 180cm, my head touches the rear ceiling, knees have no extra space, and getting into the front passenger seat is difficult. Trunk is tiny, fitting only a large suitcase and a backpack due to being a hatchback. Safety and infotainment features are nearly non-existent; the 4-speaker sound is as poor as a phone's. The only useful functions are keyless entry, driver-controlled windows, and quick wireless connection. Power and handling are the worst—steering is floaty with severe body roll at 60km/h, and it feels unstable like a van at 80-100km/h, easily blown off course by crosswinds. Braking distance is unsatisfactory, with wheel slipping, possibly due to cheap 200-yuan tires. Fuel economy is average for a 1.6L, but the ~40L tank is small, offering only ~600km range instead of the expected 800km. Body panels rust easily, especially in coastal areas;底盘 scratches must be treated promptly to prevent spreading. It's okay for budget commuting but not recommended for long-term family use (10+ years) as钣金 and parts may rust or fail, leading to early报废. Family cars should choose German or other models with multi-layer anti-rust treatment instead of such cost-cutting,减配 vehicles.

I initially intended to check the Dongfeng New Energy EX1 but found its space too small and lack of a center armrest uncomfortable. Then I was introduced to the枫叶X3Pro, which had a unique logo, a large trunk, and felt comfortable to sit in. I bought it later after finding a manual version elsewhere. The fuel consumption was high initially but decreased after driving for a while. It's nimble in the city and most fuel-efficient at around 100 km/h on the highway. The multi-function steering wheel with cruise control and integrated sports seats are comfortable. Bluetooth connects quickly, but the infotainment system is cumbersome for navigation, requiring app downloads and sometimes unresponsive. It lacks low-speed power compared to rear-wheel drive cars I'm used to. Overall, it's decent to drive, but unfortunately, it was hit by someone before I'd had it for a year.

【Space Performance】The Changan Ruicheng CC has an advantage in its class with very spacious interior. 【Power Performance】The steering wheel is lightly weighted but not overly vague, providing some vehicle feedback for an engaging drive. The chassis has good followability.