The manufacturer has repeatedly promised to adapt the Exeed Exlantix ET hybrid crossover for our market, and winter conditions have become a good opportunity to check what exactly has changed and how much these improvements are felt in everyday use. The test took place at near-zero temperatures and on various types of roads — from the city to the highway.
Exlantix ET is part of the premium Exeed line, which is part of the Chery concern. In terms of positioning, the model is close to what Lexus or Infiniti were for Japanese brands at one time. Interestingly, in China, the same crossover is sold as Exeed Sterra ET, and in most foreign markets, the name Exlantix ET is used without mentioning the Exeed brand. In Russia, the idea of a separate brand was abandoned, incorporating the model into the already familiar line, where it is accompanied by the ES hybrid sedan.
For the Russian market, the focus is exclusively on a series hybrid. The crossover is powered by two electric motors — 150 kW in the front and 195 kW in the rear, which together gives 469 hp. Energy is provided by a 40 kWh CATL lithium iron phosphate battery, and a 1.5-liter 156 hp gasoline turbo engine works only as a generator. The maximum declared range reaches 1180 km, but in winter, in real conditions, you can expect about 800 km, and the on-board computer quite accurately predicts the remaining range.
Externally, the Russian Exlantix ET differs from the Chinese version with a redesigned front end with a pseudo-grille of vertical lamellas and different lighting equipment. Also, an enlarged windshield washer reservoir, heated windshield and steering wheel were added for the local market, and the panoramic roof was equipped with a full-fledged curtain. Otherwise, the architecture remained the same — restrained design without attempts to shock, which focuses more on status than on эффектность.
The interior is completely subordinated to the idea of digital minimalism. There are practically no physical buttons, and function control is concentrated in the multimedia system. In a light finish, the interior gives the impression of an ultra-modern living space with clean lines and high-quality materials. The visual accent is created by three displays: a compact digital instrument panel, a 15.6-inch central screen, and a large projection display. The interface is logical, and important climate control elements are always in sight.
There is noticeably more space inside than you would expect from a crossover of this format. The absence of a massive center console adds a sense of airiness, and the second row pleases not only with the amount of space, but also with electric drives, massage, and a separate climate zone. The trunk is also impressive, and when the rear seats are folded down, an almost flat area more than 2 meters long is formed, which is rare even among large SUVs.
On the road, Exlantix ET is primarily aimed at comfort. Silence in the cabin, soft seats, good sound insulation, and air suspension with adaptive shock absorbers make the ride relaxing even on poor surfaces. The suspension simply ignores small bumps, and broken roads do not require slowing down. The downside of this character is the lack of bright driving emotions: the steering wheel is light, the reactions are smooth, and the dynamics, despite the impressive power figures, are perceived calmly and without drama.
Winter operation does not present any surprises. The interior warms up quickly, the heating works effectively, the all-wheel drive confidently copes with snow, and strict electronics monitor traction. The air suspension allows you to vary the ground clearance from 147 to 217 mm depending on the mode, which helps both on snowy roads and when driving out of snowdrifts. At the same time, the hybrid scheme eliminates concerns about the range in winter: a full tank solves the issue of long trips without regard to the battery charge and the availability of charging stations.
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