How to Choose Between Arrizo 5 and Roewe i5?
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Comparing the Chery Arrizo 5 and Roewe i5 models, the Chery Arrizo 5 is a better choice for family use due to its advantages in maintenance convenience. The specific reasons are as follows: 1. Exterior Design: The Chery Arrizo 5's design aligns more with the aesthetic preferences of young people. Its streamlined shape, with a lower front and higher rear, gives it a smooth and youthful appearance. 2. Technological Features: The Arrizo 5 offers more advanced technology. The new Arrizo 5 is equipped with the latest "Lion Smart Cloud" intelligent connectivity system, which supports AI-enhanced natural voice interaction. This system can recognize 46 dialects with a Mandarin recognition rate close to 100%. Functions such as air conditioning/sunroof control, navigation, and multimedia playback can all be operated via voice commands. Additionally, the new Arrizo 5 provides full-time 4G-WiFi coverage throughout the vehicle, offering real-time services like music, weather, news, ticketing, and maps. The system also includes one-click emergency rescue services for vehicle faults and proactive vehicle usage reminders. In contrast, the Roewe i5 features the new Banma Zhixing system based on AliOS, which supports AI voice control, big data online navigation, and remote vehicle control via smartphone. 3. Performance: The Arrizo 5 is powered by a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 116 horsepower (85 kW) and a maximum torque of 143 N·m, paired with a 7-speed CVT transmission that meets the China VI emission standard. The Roewe i5 also uses a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, producing a maximum power of 120 horsepower (88 kW) and a maximum torque of 150 N·m, matched with a CVT transmission, but it only meets the China V emission standard.
Having driven a taxi for over a decade, I've operated both these models. The Arrizo 5 has a more solid chassis, making long-distance driving less taxing on the back. The rear seats comfortably accommodate three passengers without feeling cramped, and the trunk can fit three large suitcases. However, in city traffic, its fuel consumption is about half a liter higher than the Roewe i5, and the infotainment system responds a beat slower. The Roewe i5's digital instrument cluster is undeniably stylish, and its auto-hold feature at traffic lights is particularly effortless. But its suspension is on the stiff side, making speed bumps noticeably jarring, and the middle rear seat becomes uncomfortable for legs during prolonged sitting. If I had to choose, I'd pick the Chery for frequent long trips and the Roewe for pure urban commuting. Remember to deliberately drive over a few manhole covers during test drives to test the shock absorption.