
The New Lingpai can climb hills when fully loaded. The New Lingpai is a compact car under Honda, equipped with a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine across the entire lineup. It delivers a maximum power of 90 kW and a maximum torque of 173 Nm, achieving peak power at 5,500 rpm and peak torque between 2,000 to 4,500 rpm. The New Lingpai is a brand-new strategic mid-size sedan, designed by GAC Honda specifically to meet the comprehensive needs of post-80s consumers. Its body dimensions are 4,650 mm in length, 750 mm in width, and 1,505 mm in height.

As a young person who drives frequently, I bought a new Lingpai last year and often take my family and friends out fully loaded for uphill drives. The new Lingpai is equipped with a 1.0T turbocharged engine, which delivers decent power. Even when fully loaded (five people plus luggage), it handles ordinary city slopes or highway inclines without any issues. I remember one trip to the suburban mountains with a slope of about 15 degrees—the car struggled a bit, slowing down to around 60 km/h, but it still climbed steadily. The key is to shift to a lower gear in advance and maintain steady throttle input, as the engine torque is sufficient to support the climb. However, it's important not to overload the car, as this can affect climbing performance and even safety. Regularly checking tire pressure and engine condition before driving is crucial, and avoid sudden acceleration on very steep slopes. Overall, within reasonable slope and weight limits, it performs reliably.

Having driven for over a decade, I can say that compact sedans like the new Lingpai's performance in fully loaded hill climbing depends on specific road conditions. With an engine output of 122 horsepower and 173Nm torque, it can handle moderate slopes of around 10-15 degrees when fully loaded (approximately 1800kg) - just step on the accelerator and it'll climb. However, on steeper inclines like mountain roads, you might notice insufficient power with significant speed reduction. I recommend using L gear or manual mode to enhance torque output during such situations, along with regular engine maintenance to prevent carbon buildup. Never underestimate the impact of vehicle weight - each additional passenger or luggage increases the burden, so try not to exceed 20% overload. From my experience, it performs perfectly fine for urban commuting, but requires caution in extreme steep terrain. Regular chassis and cooling system inspections can also improve performance.

The climbing capability of the new Lingpai under full load depends on engine output and road conditions. The 1.0T engine's power data performs adequately on normal slopes (gradient less than 20 degrees), maintaining moderate climbing speed when fully loaded; however, on steep slopes or at high altitudes, deeper throttle input may be required. In practice, pairing with a CVT transmission enhances smoothness during ascents. Avoid focusing solely on horsepower—tire grip and vehicle weight distribution are equally critical. It's advisable to simulate real-world weight by adding luggage before testing to observe performance variations.


