Is the noise level of the 2020 Vezel really high?
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The main sources of noise in the Vezel are the tires and engine, but the noise level is not particularly high. Here is some relevant information about the Vezel: Introduction: The Vezel is the first SUV under GAC Honda, developed on Honda's all-new vehicle platform and officially launched on October 25, 2014. As the third global strategic model introduced by GAC Honda following the Accord and Fit, the Vezel perfectly showcases the powerful capabilities of Honda's FUNTEC technology. Exterior: With the brand proposition of 'Extreme Intelligence and Playful Beauty,' the Vezel breaks all traditions with five disruptive highlights: diamond-like versatile appearance, ultra-dynamic all-around driving control, aviation-style dream cockpit, versatile flexible space, and humanized intelligent configurations, delivering consumers an unprecedented trendy experience.
I've been driving the 2020 Honda Vezel daily for almost a year now. The noise level is acceptable to me, not particularly loud, but wind noise becomes noticeable during prolonged highway driving, especially when overtaking when you can hear a whooshing sound. In city traffic jams, the engine sound is mostly drowned out, while tire noise is quite pronounced on rough roads, likely due to the original tire design. Some friends find it loud, but that's because SUVs have higher wind resistance compared to sedans, naturally resulting in more noise. However, overall it's at a medium level among compact SUVs - playing some music or chatting easily covers it. For those particularly sensitive, trying noise-reducing tires or adding door seals can significantly reduce the sound. My personal experience is that you get used to it after driving for a while, and it doesn't affect the driving pleasure.
As someone who loves tinkering with cars, I don't think the noise in the 2020 Vezel is a big issue. It mainly comes from a few sources: the engine hums noticeably during hard acceleration; the aerodynamics aren't perfectly sealed, so you hear wind noise at high speeds; and the tires/suspension directly transmit road feedback, making gravel roads sound clattery. But it's actually decent compared to budget SUVs - Honda has made some NVH improvements. I've tried adding sound insulation foam and door seal strips with noticeable effect. Noise perception is subjective - some complain because they're used to quieter models. Overall, it's perfectly fine for daily driving as long as you're not racing. Regular maintenance also helps prevent noise from worsening.
