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The iterative evolution of algorithm models and technology has become a focal point in the upgrade and replacement of today's intelligent new energy vehicles. The newly listed Zhiji L6 has just received its first OTA upgrade, the IMOS 3.0.0 version, which has added and optimized more than 100 intelligent driving and intelligent cockpit functions. In this test drive event, we focused on experiencing the intelligent driving performance of the latest software version of Zhiji.

Intelligent Driving: First Tier Level in the Industry

On the hardware front, the Zhiji L6 is equipped with ultra-long-range high-precision lidar and NVIDIA DRIVE Orin X chip, with a chip computing power of 254 TOPS. In addition, there are dual front-facing cameras, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 3 millimeter-wave radars. The "city NOA without high-precision maps" we experienced this time includes a variety of road conditions: in addition to the more basic urban road following and autonomous lane changes, we also experienced unprotected left turns, mixed traffic lanes with pedestrians and vehicles, and avoiding cutting in during traffic jams, etc. Overall, the intelligent driving assistance system of Zhiji is quite outstanding, and the intelligent driving capability is at the first-tier level in the industry.

During the city road following, the smoothness of acceleration and deceleration is highly praised, and there is no problem with the lane-keeping centering ability. When facing adjacent lanes with vehicles driving over the line, Zhiji L6 can also naturally avoid passing through, and the traffic efficiency is good. The response speed of autonomous lane change is decisive. After the radar detects a safe distance in the adjacent lane, the turn signal lights up and quickly completes the lane change action without hesitation, while the image assistance screen on the screen is also turned on, helping the driver to understand the surrounding conditions of the vehicle in all directions.

At the unprotected left-turn intersection, the vehicle can recognize the traffic signal light to determine whether to make a left turn. Overall, the intelligent driving system will try to give way to the vehicles going straight, and will also continuously slow down and stop, and judge whether there is a safe distance to cross the straight lane. In the mixed traffic section of pedestrians and non-motor vehicles, the mobility of pedestrians and non-motor vehicles is very large, which is quite a test for the vehicle's perception and avoidance ability. Facing the mixed traffic section without a central dividing line, the Zhiji IM AD intelligent driving assistance system can effectively perceive non-motor vehicles and pedestrians, and the vehicle speed is relatively conservative. After all, for such complex road conditions, ensuring safe passage is the most important.

During the traffic jam, the system will judge whether to take evasive or competitive action according to the position of the adjacent lane, instead of being forced to give way to the cutting in. In addition to experiencing the intelligent driving ability, I also experienced the actual driving experience of Zhiji L6 in this event.

Appearance: Sporty Styling

The appearance of Zhiji L6 maintains a family design, compared with the SUV model LS6, the design style of the whole car without any edges and corners seems more suitable for this sedan. The proportions of the whole car are coordinated, and the posture is beautiful.

Interior: Smart and Luxurious Cockpit

The interior materials and texture of Zhiji L6 are excellent, and almost all the places that can be touched are covered with genuine leather, and the luxurious atmosphere of the interior is in place. The large screen is matched with a semi-spoke steering wheel, which is very sci-fi. The main screen size is 26.3 inches, and the co-pilot screen is 15.5 inches. Both screens are made of OLED material, and the display effect is clear and delicate.

The co-pilot screen can support the playback of multiple video software, and it will not be forced to stop video playback due to vehicle driving. The car machine intelligent chip uses Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295, and the operation response is first-class.

L6 is equipped with a blind spot image that will be displayed on the main screen in conjunction with the turn signal. When turning at low speed, the blind spot image of the A-pillar is displayed, and during the driving process, the blind spot image of the diagonal rear of the vehicle is displayed when the turn signal is on.

The "POPO Sofa Cloud Feel Seat" is comfortable to sit on, with a delicate touch of genuine leather, and it feels like sinking when you sit on it. In terms of configuration, L6 comes standard with seat heating, ventilation, and steering wheel heating. The rear legroom is spacious, and the seat cushion angle is raised, providing a good sense of support for the thighs.

Dynamics: Excellent Handling

This time I tested the Zhiji L6 2024 Max Super Performance Edition, equipped with front and rear dual-motor four-wheel drive, with a total motor power of 579kW and a total torque of 800N·m. The official 0-100km/h acceleration time is 2.74 seconds, and the battery is equipped with a 100kWh ternary lithium battery, with a CLTC range of 780km.

The chassis adopts a front double wishbone + rear multi-link independent suspension structure. This test drive car is equipped with a 12,000 yuan air suspension, and the suspension hardness has three levels of adjustment. The "softer" mode can ensure good comfort, and the road surface is fine and the bumps can be effectively resolved. In the "harder" mode, the suspension stiffness is obviously changed, the road feeling is clear, and the lateral support when the vehicle is overtaking and turning is more in place.

Thanks to the rear-wheel steering technology that comes standard with the entire Zhiji L6 series, this car is very agile to drive, with a small turning radius at low speed, and the lane-changing action during driving is agile, with excellent handling.

Conclusion: In the price range of 200,000-300,000 yuan, Zhiji L6's cost-effectiveness is quite outstanding. There are no obvious shortcomings in both static and dynamic aspects. The experience of the upgraded intelligent cockpit and intelligent driving capabilities is also good, and the overall intelligent driving performance is at the first-tier level in the industry. For young people's first electric car, Zhiji L6 has both appearance and control, with a strong dual-intelligence experience, and is a good choice.