What is the wading depth of the VV7?
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The maximum wading depth of the VV7 is 350mm. The wading depth of the VV7 is determined by the height of the vehicle's chassis, which is the ground clearance listed in the model's parameter configuration. Generally, the greater the ground clearance, the higher the chassis, and the higher the safety factor when driving through waterlogged roads. Therefore, in terms of safe wading depth, off-road vehicles and SUVs have obvious advantages. However, for most compact and small vehicles with low chassis, the position of the vehicle's air intake should be used as a reference when passing through waterlogged roads. If the air intake of the VV7 is below the water level during wading, water will be sucked into the engine's cylinders. Since water cannot be compressed like air, it can cause severe damage to the engine's mechanical components (such as connecting rods, pistons, crankshafts, etc.). Therefore, the wading depth should not exceed the height of the engine's air intake. Installing a snorkel can also increase the height of the engine's air intake, thereby improving the maximum wading depth. If wading is unavoidable, the following safe and correct operations should be performed: Before driving through water, always turn off the auto start-stop function to prevent the engine from automatically restarting if the vehicle stalls in water, which could cause severe damage due to water ingestion. Assess the underwater road conditions based on the passage of vehicles ahead and choose an appropriate entry point. Observe the path taken by other vehicles and follow their tracks at a low speed, avoiding sudden acceleration or deceleration. On roads prone to water accumulation, use warning water level markers, trees, or reference points like the wheels and doors of other vehicles to estimate the water depth before deciding whether to proceed. Know your vehicle's safe wading depth. If the water depth exceeds half the height of the tires or the engine's air intake, avoid entering the water and choose an alternative route instead.
I think the WEY VV7 doesn't have an officially announced exact wading depth, but similar city SUVs are generally around 400mm. The position of the air intake is a key factor, as it affects whether water enters the engine. The VV7 has a relatively high chassis design, so it can handle ordinary water accumulation, but don't push it too deep. I've driven through heavy rain and water accumulation before and really didn't dare to venture too far; if the water exceeds the height of the wheels, the engine could get flooded and be ruined, not to mention the risk of short circuits in the electronic systems. When wading through water, drive slowly at low speed, avoid sudden acceleration or braking to prevent splashing water too high. Afterward, check if the air filter is damp and replace it promptly. These tips can help avoid unexpected repair costs—everyone should stay safe.
