In recent years, the automotive industry has become much like the mobile phone industry, with various PLUS, MAX, and PRO models being continuously launched. In terms of sedans, take the Volkswagen Lavida, Sagitar, etc. as examples. These new models with suffix names have indeed increased their body space and configuration, and subsequently encircled the market, successfully defining the A+ class family sedan market. However, careful consumers will find that while the product strength of these models has been improved, the prices have been further increased. Therefore, it is not realistic for consumers to buy an A+-class joint venture sedan with enough space and high configuration at the price of the original A-class car. The only ones you can buy are their "classic versions".

In the domestic family sedan camp, there is a car that never mentions the A+ label, but it has leapfrog performance and outstanding overall strength. Today we talk about this low-key powerhouse - Changan Ruicheng CC. ?

In August this year, Ruicheng CC launched the Blue Whale version, which has been significantly upgraded on the power level based on the current model. It is equipped with the Blue Whale NE 1.5T high-pressure direct injection engine and the Blue Whale 7-speed wet engine. The golden power combination of dual-clutch transmission. The current guide price of the new Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition is only 97,900-119,900 yuan, which is the mainstream price range for domestic A-class sedans. However, the comprehensive strength brought by the new Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition even exceeds the A+ level standard of the same class. Don’t believe it? Look down! Experience the 1.5T power of Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition

What consumers pay most attention to domestic brands are undoubtedly the three major items, and the core highlight of Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition lies in this. Mentioning the "Blue Whale", this is Changan's core weapon. The Blue Whale NE platform engine was jointly developed by Changan's headquarters and Changan's UK center, and it took 1,460 days to work with international high-quality suppliers such as Bosch, BorgWarner, Schaeffler, Valeo, and Shell. The Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition is equipped with the Blue Whale 1.5T high-pressure direct injection engine, with a maximum power of 132kW and a maximum torque of 300N·m. This power level is significantly improved compared to the old model. ?

And, it can output a maximum torque of up to 300N·m at 1250rpm. During the many long-term test drives of this car, the author continued to maintain a low speed, allowing the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition to be in the maximum torque output range in almost most circumstances, and the power is available at any time. , the car moves freely and is very smooth to drive.

In addition, this engine also uses a twin-scroll electronically controlled turbocharger, which can respond to the throttle within 0.05s. As for the intelligent cam phasing system: Schaeffler's world premiere of the third generation product increases the power response speed ratio by 50%. Let motivation come quickly and directly. Especially when accelerating from a start, the vehicle responds quickly and briskly, and almost no turbo lag is felt. It is very handy when driving in urban areas with constant acceleration and deceleration. ?

Of course, the good power output of the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition is inseparable from the matching of the gearbox. This new Blue Whale 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, jointly built by Changan UK and its headquarters and developed over 8 years, has a transmission efficiency of up to 94.5%. However, consumers are more concerned about the frustration, abnormal noise and other phenomena of dual-clutch gearboxes in actual use. Judging from my actual driving experience, you can hardly feel it at all on this Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition.

Changan engineers once told me that the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale version’s transmission system uses intelligent gear matching technology to make the starting power output smooth and smooth, greatly reducing the feeling of frustration. When the throttle remains unchanged, the power output torque actively adapts to gear changes, and acceleration is smooth and linear; the speed response is quick after downshifting, and it is more convenient when accelerating in corners or overtaking after braking. In my many test drives, even if I sense it carefully, it is difficult to detect the shift gap, and it is completely comparable to the smoothness of AT. ?

It is reported that based on the TVS test verification system, Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition has completed more than 300 system-level items, more than 2,000 component-level items, and more than 30 new technologies for the Blue Whale NE engine. , The test verification of the new process, the cumulative running time of the vehicle bench reliability test exceeds 25,000 hours, and the cumulative mileage of road durability exceeds 1.4 million kilometers, ensuring high product quality. The Blue Whale NE1.5T engine subjected to more than 200 hours of violent torture

In order to further verify the ultra-high quality of the Blue Whale engine, on December 16, Changan Automobile’s Blue Whale Engine launched a challenge for the Guinness World Records title— —The longest live video challenge. It is the Blue Whale NE1.5T engine equipped with the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition that challenged the entire verification process for more than 200 hours at 5500 rpm! This kind of challenge to the engine, which is almost "abnormal torture", undoubtedly greatly tests its durability, pressure resistance and stability. ?

You must know that if the engine runs at high speed for a long time, the fuel consumption will increase, the parts will wear abnormally, and the cylinder will explode. Friends who have watched the finale of "Initial D" must still remember that in order to push the limits of the in-line 4-cylinder 4A-GEU (AE101) racing engine in the car, Takumi competed with another AE86 that was exactly the same as his. Next, the scene of a narrow victory with a cylinder explosion at the last moment is so thrilling.

In our daily driving, only the occasional floor oil will reach the high-rev range of 5500, which only takes a few seconds.

And at 5,500 rpm for more than 200 consecutive hours, it can't even be used in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, let alone ordinary people's daily use of the car. It is enough to show how durable this Blue Whale NE1.5T engine is. Currently, from December 16th to 26th, this extreme challenge will be broadcast live on Douyin. If you are interested, you can enter Changan Automobile’s official Douyin live broadcast room to find out.

So, do you have anything to worry about the power of the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition? It is already very mature and reliable! ?

?Leap-level build, with surprises in space, materials, and configuration

Of course, in terms of static aspects, Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition can also bring you enough comfort and peace of mind. . Here, I have to mention its original design intention. In 2017, Ruicheng CC was still called Ruicheng CC. When it was born, it was actually aimed at positioning itself as a mid-size car. Therefore, it is ahead of the A-class compact sedan in many aspects such as model size and configuration. The ultra-large body size of 4800*1825*1465mm exceeds the 2770mm ultra-long wheelbase of the same class, and has reached the standard of a B-class car. ?

The body size and space are the first basic elements for leapfrogging, and what I think can further reflect its leapfrog performance is the more advanced materials and configurations. In addition to the large space, the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition can be said to be very comfortable to sit on. Its seat is made of NAPPA leather texture material with excellent performance, which has a full sense of wrapping and is soft, dense and elastic. As for 8-way electric adjustment, heating, ventilation, lumbar support adjustment and welcome amenities, which A-class sedan can give you all these?

In addition to seats, leather accounts for more than 55% of the entire vehicle interior. The 4 door interior panels, instrument panel, central control box, and the main places we often touch are all wrapped in leather, which feels very textured. ?

It is worth mentioning that even though every time we test drive a new car, there is almost no smell in the car. Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition has passed Changan Automobile's systematic and high-standard "material selection and production control system" to strictly control odor and VOC, and is equipped with PM0.1 filter guard + plasma generator and self-drying air-conditioning function to eliminate new car odor Elimination in the bud.

As the core advantage of Changan Automobile, in terms of intelligent technology, Ruicheng CC is equipped with the upgraded in Call 3.0s intelligent interactive system. Saying "Hello, Xiaoan!" can wake up the intelligent voice system, with a recognition rate of 99% and quick response. But relatively speaking, the author believes that its smart "interaction without waiting" is more practical value. ?

For example, in many other car models, when you finish talking about turning on certain music, you suddenly don’t want to listen to music and need to turn on navigation or other functions. The vehicle-machine system can only complete the previous command before listening to your next command. On the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition, this voice control system provides “interaction without waiting”. It can recognize the latest voice commands immediately and quickly, which is very smart.

In terms of intelligent driving, the Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition is almost fully equipped. It integrates a number of intelligent safety configurations such as ACC with Stop/Go, 360-degree panoramic imaging, PAB early warning auxiliary braking system, LDW lane departure warning, etc., to bring comprehensive active safety protection.

『Written at the end』

Changan Automobile has a strong momentum this year, and it can be said that both cars and SUVs have a good harvest. One of the important reasons is that many of its models have been equipped with the latest Blue Whale NE power system. This has greatly enhanced Changan Automobile's core competitiveness. Verified by the brand's many models, its quality and reputation have been highly recognized by the market, which has also increased consumers' confidence in Changan Automobile. Changan Technology has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people!

Nowadays, Ruicheng CC has also been upgraded to the Blue Whale version, achieving a comprehensive upgrade in power, space, configuration, and technology. With the price of 100,000 yuan for an A-class family sedan, it brings a comprehensive and superior car experience. Isn’t it delicious? If your budget is around 100,000, you have extremely high demands for quality, space, and power system, and ordinary compact A-class sedans cannot satisfy you. Then, perhaps there is no better choice than Ruicheng CC Blue Whale Edition!

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