The obvious fact is that China playsone of the most important roles in the global automotive market. At the same time, not only production volumes, but also its quality are increasing at a rapid pace, thanks to which Chinese cars are represented in almost any part of the world.
В 2013 году Китай выпустил 82 млн автомобилей own production and gradually increases this figure. Experts believe that in the near future, the annual release of Chinese models will increase to 100 million (25% of the annual world fleet). One of the last cars playing in this far from the last role is "Gili GC6".
Geely is one of the largest Chinese companies,engaged in the release of cars. Despite the fact that the company is relatively young, it has long established itself from the best side and not just occupies a high place in the world market.
Start
The history of Geely begins in 1984,when it was created as a small firm specializing in the production of refrigerators and spare parts for refrigeration units. A few years later it was retrained for the production of building materials. And only in 1992, Geely took up the production of motorcycles and scooters, and in 1994 became the leader in this segment in the Chinese market. The first models of the company entered the Chinese market in 1998, and the world - in 2003.
According to the popular magazine Forbes, Geely entersin the TOP 20 of the best companies in Asia, and in the Chinese market is also the most innovative enterprise. In 2010, the company bought the world-famous brand - Volvo Personvagnar.
The range of Asian automakers includes more than three dozen cars produced under different brands. It also includes biofuel models.
Exterior Dimensions
Chinese manufacturers are periodically pleasedbuyers, releasing new, more modern cars. And in 2014, another new product entered the Russian market - “Gili GC6”. Owners' feedback said that the Geely MK model, launched in 2006, was outdated and required replacement. Therefore, it is the GC6 that will replace the well-proven, but boring car. In the novelty, motorists note their strengths and weaknesses. The advantages include high ground clearance, good suspension, roomy interior and luggage compartment, accessibility. Among the shortcomings note the low engine power, the high position of the clutch pedal, the problem of finding the necessary details.
Despite the simple, devoid of any frills appearance, the model has an attractive head, highlighting it even in dense urban traffic.
The car received an updated radiatorgrille, modern headlights with fog lights, an impressive bumper with a slot for the air intake. On the stern is a standard boot lid with a chrome bar, an attractive bumper, LED optics. "Gili GC6" is a standard four-door sedan designed to carry five people (with driver).
Like his older "kinsman", the car is notdiffers impressive size. The total length of the body is 4 342 mm, width - 1 692 mm, and height is 1 435 mm. The wheelbase of the novelty is 2,502 mm, the front track width is 1,450 mm, the rear one is 1,445 mm. An important characteristic for domestic motorists is ground clearance. Here it is 150 mm. The curb weight of the model is 1,178 kg. Recall that for the domestic market the car is delivered with crankcase protection.
Salon
В отличие от предшественника, салон Geely GC6 made in the traditional layout style with a combination of devices located opposite the driver. Modern instrument panel harmoniously combined with the smooth lines of the interior and is ergonomic and highly informative. On the center console there is a small screen of the control unit for additional indicators, a large display, control of heating, audio system, air conditioning. Multimedia supports flash technology, USB-drives, memory cards.
Passive and active safety
Отзывы специалистов говорят о том, что в вопросе security "Gili GC6" is able to make a serious competition to Korean and Japanese counterparts in its segment. The manufacturer added the body of the model of high-strength steel with a special reinforcement frame for doors, racks and zones of programmable deformation of the head part of the car.
All configurations include two pillowssafety, three-point seat belts with pretensioners. It is possible to adjust the seat height, for child seats installed mounting ISOFIX.
Базовые версии также включают системы ABS и EBD, helping to maintain controllability during emergency braking, while not allowing to go into uncontrolled slip. Test drive "Gili GC6" showed high-quality work of electronic auxiliary systems.
It should be noted that the motor control unit,ABS and airbags, together with the dashboard, the developers have combined into a special CAN data exchange system, previously used for older "relatives" - models Emgrand 7, Emgrand X7. In general, the main task of this technology is to increase passenger safety due to the fastest possible response to collisions (in the case of airbags, every 0.1 s plays a large role).
Engine, transmission
The choice of power units is limited to 16-valvegasoline engine with distributed fuel injection, 94 l. with. and a working volume of 1.5 liters. In city driving conditions, the Geely GC6's average consumption is 7.8 liters, 6.3 liters on the highway, and 6.8 liters / 100 km on the combined cycle. For the engine it is desirable to use gasoline quality A92. It meets Euro-4 environmental standards.
Transmission choices are also limited only.5-speed manual gearbox. With her car is able to reach a speed of 165 km / h. In the future, the company intends to organize the production of more powerful engines and automatic transmissions.
Chassis, brakes
The basis of the chassis was taken standardfront wheel drive platform. Ahead, the suspension is represented by independent MacPherson struts, at the rear by a torsion beam and coil springs. Engineers installed ventilated discs on the front axle and standard disc brakes on the rear.
Configuration, prices
In the Russian market, "Gili GC6" is available in two trim levels, almost no different from each other: Base and Comfort.
The basic version of the model includes onboardcomputer, power windows, adjustable side mirrors, electric heating, central locking, fog. This also includes the ability to control the fuel cap from a distance. The audio system is a radio with an MP3 player equipped with four speakers (the Comfort audio system includes 6 speakers). The list of equipment also includes air conditioning, adjustable driver's seat and steering column.
A more expensive version of Comfort, in addition to the above, is equipped with alloy wheels and parking sensors.
The official cost of the basic configuration of the car is 395,000 rubles, Comfort - 425,000 rubles.
"Gili GC6": a review of the advantages and disadvantages
Since the official test drive was not conducted,to judge the merits and demerits of the car too early. In general, the Chinese manufacturer presented a car, after exploring which only pleasant impressions remain, in particular after inspecting the cabin. Immediately noticeable is a small number of niches and drawers for small items, but this disadvantage is more than compensated for by the spacious luggage compartment of 468 liters.
По словам тех, кто уже имел возможность осмотреть this model, the car has all the chances to become a popular family sedan and the best option for those who are used to making a reasonable choice, based on the optimal price / performance ratio. In comparison with analogues of its segment, the GC6 model looks more attractive.
The main competitors of the car in the domestic market will be Renault Logan 2, Lada Priora.
