What is the wading depth of the Vezel?
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The maximum wading depth of the Vezel is approximately 600-650mm. The wading depth of the Vezel is determined by the height of the vehicle's chassis, which is the ground clearance listed in the model's parameter configuration table. Generally, the greater the ground clearance, the higher the chassis, and the higher the safety factor when passing through waterlogged roads. Therefore, in terms of safe wading depth, the advantages of off-road vehicles and SUVs are obvious. However, for most compact and small cars with low chassis, the position of the vehicle's air intake should be used as a benchmark when passing through waterlogged roads. If the air intake of the Vezel is below the water level during wading, water will be sucked into the engine's cylinders. Since water cannot be compressed like air, it will cause severe damage to the engine's mechanical components (such as connecting rods, pistons, crankshafts, etc.). Therefore, the wading depth must not exceed the height of the engine's air intake. The height of the engine's air intake, and thus the maximum wading depth, can also be increased by installing a snorkel. If wading is unavoidable, the following safe and correct operations should be performed: Before the vehicle enters the water, always turn off the auto start-stop function to prevent the engine from automatically restarting after stalling in the water, which could cause severe damage due to water ingestion. Assess the underwater road conditions based on the passage of preceding vehicles and choose an appropriate entry point. Observe the path taken by other vehicles and follow their tracks at low speed, avoiding sudden acceleration or deceleration. On roads prone to water accumulation, observe warning water level markers, trees, or the wheels and doors of other vehicles as reference points to judge the water depth before deciding whether to proceed. Be aware of your vehicle's safe wading depth. If the water depth exceeds half the height of the tires or the engine's air intake, do not enter the water recklessly; consider taking an alternative route.
I often pay attention to the wading capability of SUVs. For urban SUVs like the Vezel, the official wading height is generally around 350mm, which is approximately half the depth of the wheel. Once the water exceeds this level, the engine intake may take in water, causing the vehicle to stall or even suffer severe damage. In actual driving, I recommend completely avoiding deep water areas, especially during rainy days or floods. It's better to detour and wait for the water to recede, as repairs can be troublesome and costly. Remember, when wading through water, drive slowly and steadily, avoiding sudden acceleration or braking to prevent waves from rushing in. Regular maintenance should also include checking the chassis sealing and intake system to ensure there are no potential vulnerabilities.
