In the present of 2024, are pure fuel vehicles still worth buying? Has everyone rushed to buy new energy vehicles? Constantly surfing the internet can create an illusion that no one is buying fuel vehicles anymore. Let's take a look at some data first.

Last year, the passenger car sales volume was 21.923 million units, with fuel vehicles accounting for 14.043 million units, which is 64% of the total, indicating that this market is still quite significant. So why do manufacturers still produce and sell fuel vehicles?

This is the main battlefield for many traditional manufacturers, who have accumulated technology and are not willing to give up easily.

For consumers, the convenience of refueling and driving away is very convenient and worry-free, with more than 100,000 gas stations available, so there is no need to worry about finding a place to refuel. Many electric vehicle owners will miss the days of refueling after experiencing the long charging time and the scarcity of charging stations.

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Electric vehicles of the same class may be slightly more expensive than fuel vehicles, as battery materials are costly, and plug-in hybrid vehicles have two sets of power systems, which are more expensive than pure fuel vehicles. Of course, the purchase tax and license plate fees for pure fuel vehicles have reduced their attractiveness, and it is unknown how long these policies will last.

So in today's market where new forces are heavily investing in plug-in and pure electric vehicles, many traditional manufacturers continue to maintain their basic fuel vehicle market. For example, Nissan mainly promotes the pure fuel-powered Terra, which has just added three two-wheel drive versions that are more suitable for consumers. The Terra sold more than 2,000 units in May, and sales are expected to improve further after the new version is launched. For friends who are determined to buy a 6/7-seater large space gasoline SUV, this car is definitely worth a look.

You can buy a joint venture 7-seater SUV for just 200,000 yuan.

The Terra is currently the largest SUV in size from Dongfeng Nissan, with dimensions of 5130×1981×1774mm and a wheelbase of 2900mm. It is tall and robust, without any sloping back sports design, focusing on home use.

The exterior design is very grand, with a simple and stylish horizontal multi-beam grille. The most impressive feature on the side is the very dense wheel style, which is unforgettable after one look. It does not use fancy elements such as through-type light groups, hidden door handles, or frameless doors, and still focuses on practicality, which middle-aged family users value.

The interior has three rows of 6 or 7 seats, with large and flexible space. Except for the most basic version, Nappa leather material is used, which is soft and comfortable, so there is no need to worry about sitting too hard. This powertrain should not be unfamiliar to everyone; it is Nissan's exclusive 2.0T VC-TURBO variable compression ratio engine, with an output of 252Ps/376Nm. However, the transmission is not a CVT but a 9-speed transmission from ZF, which is shipped from the United States. It is available in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, meeting the different road conditions in the south and north.How much does a set like this cost? It ranges from 239,800 to 301,800 yuan, and currently there is a discount of 15,000 yuan. Spending over 200,000 yuan to get a joint venture SUV over 5 meters long with 7 seats should be quite reasonable, right? Of course, you could also wait for a bigger discount later, but the early bird gets the worm.

"Couch Factory" and "Golden Nose" Team

For consumers, when buying this kind of large, spacious SUV, the most important thing is the interior passenger space and the comfort and flexibility of the seats. In the videos we filmed earlier, we have already shown you that the couches are handled with the experience of a big factory. The Nappa leather fabric is well-coordinated in softness, not too hard to ensure comfort when sitting, and not too soft to avoid long-term sagging.

Moreover, it's not just the seats; the door panels, console, and other areas are wrapped with a large amount of soft materials, which is quite generous in terms of materials. Good materials mean that the new car won't have a noticeable odor, which is actually one of the ways to distinguish a good car from a cheap one, but consumers won't notice this unless they experience it themselves.

Tanlu has a "Golden Nose" team similar to Volvo to test and track formaldehyde and other harmful substances, ensuring that the air quality is healthy enough, which is very important for families with the elderly and children.

Every seat is equally comfortable. In terms of functionality, the front seats have heating functions in the mid-range and above, and ventilation in the top configuration. It would be even better if it came with a "Queen's Co-pilot."

The second row has 10 adjustable backrest angles, and the range of forward and backward movement is also quite large, so you can always find the most suitable sitting position for you. Some people might say that the second row doesn't have electric adjustment, but most joint venture cars in the same price range also have manual adjustment, such as Highlander and Tuang, which should be acceptable, right?

Many people worry that the comfort of the third row in a 6/7-seat SUV can't compare with an MPV, but as long as the size is large enough and the interior space is spacious, there's no problem. Take this Tanlu as an example, the thickness and cushion length of the third-row seats are not much different from the second row.

Moreover, the third row also has two cup holders and one USB port, as well as an air conditioning outlet. Its backrest angle is also adjustable, so you can lean back or sit up straight as you like. Sitting in this position for a long journey won't be too tiring, and these details should meet our expectations for joint venture cars.In fact, I would recommend the 6-seater version over the 7-seater, as the situation where all seven seats are fully occupied is quite rare. The 6-seater version features individual middle-row seats that do not disturb each other, and it is more convenient to enter and exit the third row. Each person will sit more comfortably because there is a 9.35-inch (23.8 cm) wide aisle between the two second-row seats, which allows people of normal stature to slip through; for those with a larger build, they can also enter by simply flipping down the second row, with no worries at all.

Let's talk about the trunk storage space. With the seats supporting various combinations of folding, once the second and third rows are laid flat, placing an air mattress can instantly transform it into a large bed. When the third row is upright, its trunk volume is 159 liters, and it can be expanded to 549 liters when the third row is folded down. Although it's not the largest in its class, it also has a hidden storage compartment of 34 liters, which is slightly larger than that of the Edge, suitable for storing some items that come with the vehicle.

A Product Suited for Chinese Consumers

The Explorer can be considered a global vehicle, which is also sold in the United States, but it has undergone some localization adjustments after entering China, making it more suitable for the Chinese consumer group. For example, the overseas version is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine, while in China, it has been replaced with a more mainstream 2.0T engine, reducing the displacement tax and thus lowering costs. Recently, three more practical two-wheel-drive versions have been added.

Moreover, it actually has a close relationship with the Infiniti QX60, sharing the same engine, transmission, and chassis, and many parts are also shared. The Explorer can almost be seen as a more affordable version of the QX60, simply by changing the Infiniti logo to a Nissan logo, which makes it about 50,000 yuan cheaper. Do you think it's a good deal?