Can the Wuling Hongguang Mini be driven on highways?
2 Answers
The Wuling Hongguang Mini can be driven on highways as it is classified as a compact car. Micro cars are not permitted on highways. Below are detailed specifications about the Wuling Hongguang: Overview: The Wuling Hongguang is the first independently developed crossover product by SAIC-GM-Wuling, positioned between commercial vehicles and passenger cars. It features a sleek exterior design and offers a versatile, practical, and spacious interior. Other features: It has a fuel tank capacity of 50L, standard seating for 7, with genuine leather upholstery. It is equipped with two engines: the P-TEC 1.2L and the 1.5L-DVVT, both designed and manufactured under General Motors' global powertrain standards. These engines deliver ample power while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency.
As someone who has driven many electric vehicles, I can tell you that the Wuling Hongguang MINI can indeed go on the highway. It is a regular motor vehicle with a top speed of 100 km/h, which fully exceeds the minimum speed limit requirement for highways. However, this little car is a bit risky on the highway—it's lightweight with narrow tires, making it prone to sway when overtaking large trucks. Additionally, the battery drains quickly; with a claimed range of 170 km, driving at 90 km/h on the highway might only get you around 120 km in reality. I once tried driving 70 km on an intercity highway with the AC on, and it consumed 55% of the battery—my palms were sweating by the time I exited. If you really need to take it on the highway, remember to check charging stations in advance and avoid driving behind large vehicles.
