
Eado Plus uses MacPherson independent suspension for the front and torsion beam non-independent suspension for the rear. Below is a brief introduction to the Changan Eado Plus: 1. Exterior: The Eado Plus features a sleek and dynamic design, combining a sense of technology and sportiness. 2. Interior: The Eado Plus adopts a driver-oriented cockpit design with dual-tone interior, which effectively enhances the sporty atmosphere. 3. Powertrain: The Eado Plus is equipped with a Blue Whale NE engine, a 1.4T displacement paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

I've been driving the Yidong PLUS for two years. This car features a MacPherson strut independent suspension at the front, while the rear suspension comes in two configurations: the base version uses a torsion beam non-independent suspension, and the higher-end version is equipped with a multi-link independent suspension. The MacPherson design is simple and reliable, providing good control over front-wheel bounce when going over speed bumps. For the rear suspension, if you frequently drive on rough roads in urban-rural areas, it's advisable to opt for the multi-link version, as it significantly reduces the bumpiness felt in the back seats when going over potholes. The overall chassis tuning leans towards comfort, with slightly noticeable body roll when cornering at 60 km/h, but it's more than adequate for a family car, especially considering the price point.

Just helped my cousin inspect a Yidong PLUS flagship model last week, and the chassis was quite interesting. The front suspension features MacPherson struts with a stabilizer bar, offering precise steering but noticeable nose-diving during hard braking. The rear suspension adopts a multi-link setup, with a robust H-shaped control arm that looks sturdy, adding two more links compared to a torsion beam. During actual driving, lane changes at 80 km/h feel stable, and road imperfections are mostly absorbed. However, the suspension is on the softer side, showing slight weakness in support during quick S-curve maneuvers. It's rare to see a four-wheel independent suspension at this price point, as most joint-venture cars in the same range typically downgrade to torsion beams.

In the car enthusiast group, we discussed the chassis of the Yidong PLUS. The front suspension is uniformly MacPherson strut, nothing special to say. The key is the rear suspension: the low-end version uses a torsion beam, which is simple in structure and can free up an extra two fingers of rear legroom; the high-end version features a multi-link setup that takes up more space but improves handling. Based on my personal test comparison, when driving over the same cement road joints, the multi-link version transmits a duller 'click' sound into the cabin, while the torsion beam produces a crisper sound. If you mainly commute in the city, the low-end version is sufficient; if you frequently drive on national highways or enjoy road trips, the multi-link suspension offers much better comfort on rough roads, especially reducing the likelihood of motion sickness for rear passengers.


