The domestic mid-to-high-end MPV market has long been dominated by “one Buick and two Hondas” (Buick GL8, Honda Odyssey and Alison). With the addition of GAC Trumpchi M8 and Volkswagen Weiran, the mid-to-high-end MPV market has Competition in the MPV market has also become increasingly fierce. Especially after the introduction of the second-child policy, MPVs have gradually entered the family car purchase list. They have large space, flexible rear space, and moderate body size, making them very suitable for large families. However, the current mainstream MPVs all have more or less shortcomings: they are either too driver-like, or the space is cramped, or the brand power is insufficient, or the ride comfort is low. Is there an MPV built for home users? FAW and GAC Toyota expect that the domestically produced Sienna next year may meet the needs of most families.
Home MPVs should be simple
The MPVs currently on sale are generally built for business purposes, with second-row first-class sofas and almost exaggerated technological configurations, but ignore the simplicity and durability of home MPVs. Comfort and space flexibility. For families with children, installing a safety seat on the massage seat in the second row will always feel wrong for adults taking care of themselves in the cramped space of the third row; a car for dads is equipped with something like a pilot The all-in-one surrounding instrument panel, the central control screen comparable to a mobile phone, and the extremely complex operating system always make people think of a full-time driver. Not to mention the single-sided electric sliding door, clumsy storage space and huge fuel consumption.
A home MPV needs to be simple, with three rows of seats that are relatively moderate, so that there is no sense of distance between family members; the storage space must be abundant, so that it can conveniently put down the daily necessities of two children; the configuration must be rich and easy to use, so that the baby can Dad had no "feeling of inferiority."
Toyota Sienna is expected to be made in China by FAW Toyota and GAC Toyota respectively
Sienna and the other two major competitors, the American version of Odyssey and Chrysler Grand Voyager, occupy the North American Mini Van market In almost all markets, they generally have the characteristics of huge space, flexible seating space, rich safety configurations, strong power, and stylish appearance design. Recently, FAW Toyota registered two trademarks, VIELLA and VIEILLOT, for the domestically produced Sienna. The specific name of GAC Toyota is not yet known, but it is more likely to use Sienna. As the Senna is about to be produced in China, the domestic MPV household market may face strong rivals.
The new Senna has been introduced to Taiwan, and the situation after it is produced in China is gradually becoming clearer. Regardless of FAW or GAC, the new car will be built based on the TNGA-K architecture; the body length is expected to reach 5.2m, the wheelbase exceeds 3m, and the overall three-dimensional size is similar to the GL8, far exceeding the Honda Odyssey and Alison. In terms of power, it is expected to use Taiwan's hybrid power system, which is divided into four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive modes. The four-wheel drive model consists of a 2.5L four-cylinder self-priming engine and two sets of permanent magnet synchronous motors, while the front-wheel drive model is only equipped with A set of motors, these two hybrid systems are the same as those of the imported Alphard and the domestic Avalon. The transmission system is equipped with an E-CVT gearbox, which provides four driving modes: pure electric/standard/energy-saving/sport.
Different from other Toyota models, the Sienna has very rich configurations. The suspended center console is equipped with CarPlay and Android Auto functions, and integrates WiFi and wireless communication functions; the suspended center console increases storage space and is equipped with a mobile phone wireless charging pad, USB charging interface and cup holder functions. . The double-sided kick-type sliding door and trunk increase the convenience of use; although the two independent aviation seats are not as well equipped as domestic competitors, they have more space; the legroom of the third row is almost the same as that of the first two rows. . Toyota Sienna has transformed the MPV from complexity to simplicity. It is comfortable to ride, flexible, simple and durable, and has low fuel consumption. It may become the main choice for home MPV.
As more and more entrants enter the MPV market, the era of “one Buick and two Hondas” is about to pass. However, among the many competing products, there is no household MPV that is simple, durable, comfortable to ride and flexible in space; with the upcoming localization of Toyota Sienna, the household MPV market will face a strong competitor. It is expected that if the price is right, both FAW Wilna and GAC Sienna will be as popular in the market as they are in North America.
This article comes from the author of Autohome Chejiahao and does not represent the views and positions of Autohome.