"Gili GC6" (Geely GC6) - reviews, details

The obvious fact is that China plays one of the most important roles in the global automotive market. At the same time, not only volumes of production, but also its quality are growing at a rapid pace, thanks to which Chinese cars are presented practically in any part of the world.

In 2013, China produced 82 million cars of its 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 this far is not the least role, is "Gili GC6".

Geely - one of the largest Chinese companies involved in the production of cars. Despite the fact that the company is relatively young, it has long proven itself from the best side and not simply takes a high place in the world market.

Start

The history of the company Geely begins in 1984, when it was created as a small company specializing in the production of refrigerators and spare parts for refrigeration plants. A few years later, she was re-qualified for the production of building materials. And only in 1992 Geely engaged in 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 on the world market in 2003.

According to the popular Forbes magazine, Geely is in 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 a well-known brand in the whole world - Volvo Personvagnar.

The model range of Asian automakers includes more than three dozen cars produced under different brands. It also includes biofuel models.

Exterior, dimensions

Chinese manufacturers periodically delight customers, releasing new, more modern cars. And in 2014 another novelty arrived to the Russian market - "Gili GC6". The owners' comments indicated that the model Geely MK, manufactured since 2006, was outdated and required replacement. Therefore, GC6 will replace a well-proven, but bored car. In a novelty, motorists celebrate their advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include high ground clearance, good suspension, roomy cabin and luggage compartment, accessibility. Among the shortcomings noted the low engine power, high position of the clutch pedal, the problem with finding the necessary parts.

Despite the simple, devoid of any delicacy appearance, the model has an attractive head part that distinguishes it even in a dense urban stream.

The car received an updated radiator grille, modern head optics with fog lights, an impressive bumper with a slot for the air intake. On the aft there is a standard boot lid with a chrome crossbeam, an attractive bumper, LED optics. "Gilly GC6" is a standard four-door sedan, designed to carry five people (with a driver).

Like his older "relative", the car does not differ in size. The total length of the body is 4,342 mm, width - 1 692 mm, and the height is 1,435 mm. The wheelbase of the novelty is 2 502 mm, the width of the front track is 1,450 mm, the rear - 1,445 mm. An important characteristic for domestic motorists is 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 supplied with crankcase protection.

Salon

Unlike its predecessor, Geely GC6 is made in a traditional layout style with a combination of instruments located opposite the driver. The modern instrument panel harmoniously combines with the smooth lines of the interior and is distinguished by ergonomics and high informativeness. On the central console there is a small screen of the control unit for additional indicators, a large display, control of heating, audio, air conditioning. Multimedia supports flash technology, USB-drives, memory cards.

Passive and active security

Experts say that in the security issue, "Gili GC6" is able to compete seriously with Korean and Japanese counterparts in its segment. The body of the model from high-strength steel was supplemented by a special reinforcement frame for doors, racks and zones of programmable deformation of the head of the car.

All complete sets include two airbags, three-point seat belts with pretensioners. It is possible to adjust the seats in height, ISOFIX mounts for child seats .

The basic versions also include ABS and EBD systems, which help maintain controllability during emergency braking, without letting go into uncontrolled slip. Test drive "Gili GC6" showed the quality work of electronic auxiliary systems.

It should be noted that the engine control unit , ABS and airbag together with the instrument panel were combined into a special CAN data exchange system, previously used for older "relatives" - models Emgrand 7, Emgrand X7. In general, the main objective of this technology is to increase the safety of passengers due to the most rapid response to collisions (in the case of airbags every 0.1 s plays a big role).

Engine, transmission

The choice of power units is limited by a 16-valve gasoline engine with a distributed fuel injection, 94 liters. from. And a working volume of 1.5 liters. In urban driving conditions, the average Geely GC6 consumption is 7.8 liters, on the track - 6.3 liters, in the mixed cycle - 6.8 liters / 100 kilometers. For the engine it is desirable to use gasoline of quality A92. It meets Euro-4 environmental standards.

The choice of transmission is also limited to a 5-speed manual gearbox. With her, the car can 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

For the chassis, the standard front-drive platform was taken. Ahead the suspension is represented by independent MacPherson struts, at the rear - by a torsion beam and screw springs. On the front axle, the engineers installed disc ventilated, rear - standard disc brakes.

Complete sets, prices

In the Russian market, "Gili GC6" is presented in two trim levels, practically not different from each other: Base and Comfort.

The basic version of the model includes an on-board computer, power windows, adjustable side mirrors, electric heating, central locking, fog lights. It also includes the ability to control the cap of the gas tank at a distance. As an audio system is a radio with an MP3-player, equipped with four speakers (Comfort audio system includes 6 speakers). The list of equipment also includes air conditioning, an adjustable driver's seat and a steering column.

The more expensive version of the Comfort, in addition to all of the above, is equipped with alloy wheels and parktronic.

The official cost of the basic equipment of the car is 395 000 rubles, Comfort - 425 000 rubles.

"Gili GC6": a review of advantages and disadvantages

Since the official test drive was not carried out, it is too early to judge the advantages and disadvantages of the car. In general, the Chinese manufacturer presented the car, after acquaintance with which there are only pleasant impressions, in particular after the inspection of the salon. Immediately a noticeably small number of niches and drawers for small items, but this drawback is more than offset by a capacious luggage compartment for 468 liters.

According to those who already had the opportunity to inspect this model, the car has every chance to become a popular family sedan and the best option for those who are accustomed to making a reasonable choice, based on the optimal price / quality ratio. In comparison with the analogues of its segment, the GC6 model looks more attractive.

The main competitors of the car on the domestic market will be Renault Logan 2, Lada Priora.