Does the Hongqi HS5 have automatic parking?
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Hongqi HS5 flagship model is equipped with automatic parking function, while other configurations do not have this feature. Definition of automatic parking: The automatic parking button is marked with a letter P, meaning automatic parking. When the driver finds a suitable parking space, there is no need to control the steering wheel, as the car can park itself into the space. Current status of automatic parking technology: However, based on current technology, automatic parking is not yet very mature and has relatively high requirements for parking spaces. For example, many non-standard parking spaces encountered in daily life cannot utilize automatic parking, making it not very practical. Additionally, this technology is costly and not easily popularized.
I drive the top-of-the-line Hongqi HS5, which indeed comes with an automatic parking function. Last week, I tried it in an underground mall parking lot. Just by pressing the parking button on the center console and driving slowly past a parking space, the system automatically identifies the spot. Then, shift into reverse, let go of the steering wheel, and the car smoothly backs into the space—the whole process takes less than a minute. This feature is especially friendly for beginners, saving the hassle of repeatedly adjusting direction. However, in rainy weather or when lighting is too dim, the radar recognition can be affected. Also, note that automatic parking has space requirements for the parking spot—it needs to be at least 1.5 meters longer than the car body. Overall, this feature is quite practical among domestic SUVs.
As an owner of the Hongqi HS5, I must say its automatic parking is smarter than I expected. It uses a combination of ultrasonic radar and cameras to identify parallel and perpendicular parking spaces. The operation is very simple: after activating the function, maintain a speed below 30km/h, the system automatically scans for parking spaces, and once the dashboard shows successful recognition, shift into reverse gear, and it will steer itself into the space. I've tested it in tight spaces with only 40cm of clearance, and it still managed to park. However, the base model might not have this feature, so it's advisable to check the configuration list before purchasing. Also, a heads-up: fuzzy road markings or snowy conditions may reduce recognition accuracy, so manual verification is recommended.
