Bitauto original The popularity of the new energy market is obvious to all. There are too many choices for pure electric cars, SUVs and MPVs. However, there are very few models to choose from in the pure electric pickup market. Against this background, the newly established Radar brand under Geely Automobile will focus on the field of new energy pickup trucks and launched its first pure electric pickup truck - Radar RD6. So what are the highlights of this pure electric pickup truck, and how is it different from the one we remember as just a cargo-pulling tool? Next, let’s take a closer look through real shots.
About Radar Car
The radar car brand was officially released on July 12 this year. It has been established for less than a month, so many people are still unfamiliar with this brand. It is a new mid-to-high-end new energy vehicle brand launched by Geely Holding Group, focusing on market segments such as new energy pickup trucks, off-road SUVs, and ATVs (all-terrain vehicles). Radar Auto was invested and established by Geely Holding Group and developed in parallel with Geely Group's Geely brand, Lynk & Co brand, Geometry brand, etc., further improving Geely's product matrix.
Radar car is the transliteration of RADAR. RADAR is composed of five letters, which represent Ration (rationality), Alone (independence), Discovery (unbounded exploration), Accompany (accompanying), and Romantic (emotion). It delivers to consumers A diverse and unbounded lifestyle.
Appearance: Pickups can also show new fashion
Radar RD6 is Radar Automobile’s first model. It is built based on SEA’s vast architecture. It is also the first pickup truck model in China based on a pure electric platform. In terms of styling, it is different from the stereotype of a pickup truck as a "rough guy" in the traditional sense. The new car incorporates many trendy elements of new energy models. If you only look at it from the front, it is the same as some new energy SUVs. What a difference.
The front face adopts a closed grille design common on new energy vehicles, which is also the most essential difference between it and traditional fuel truck pickups. At the same time, the popular through-type LED daytime running lights are also arranged and integrated with the front grille, which looks very energetic when lit.
Viewed from the side, the new car adopts a relatively sharp line design on the front and rear wheel arches and waistline, giving it a very tough look and demonstrating the domineering feel that a pickup truck should have. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of Radar RD6 are 5260/1900/1830mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 3120mm. The car has a low wind resistance coefficient of 0.326Cd, which has certain advantages in its class.
In terms of external configuration, the new car is equipped with keyless entry system, roof rack, exterior rearview mirror with blind spot monitoring function and reversing image. In addition, we also found a 360-degree panoramic view on the front of the carLike the camera reserved interface, the configuration is worthy of recognition for a pickup truck.
As a pickup truck, the length, width and height of the cargo compartment are 1525/1450/540mm respectively, and the rear bucket volume is 1200L, and it has very high space expandability in various scenarios. It is worth mentioning that the tailgate uses electric opening, which greatly improves the convenience of using the car.
In addition to the discharge function of the charging port on the vehicle side, a discharge panel with a maximum support of 6kW is used on the rear side of the cargo compartment, which is equivalent to a large "mobile power supply". It can be plugged and used without the need for an adapter socket. use. It meets the needs of many people who need to charge electrical equipment when camping outdoors.
The tail shape is more layered, giving people a solid feeling. The through-type taillight design echoes the headlights and takes on an X shape when lit, making it highly recognizable.
The tires are 225/65 R17 Giti tires, which can meet the needs of urban and suburban driving. The two-color wheel shape, similar to the rotating axe, enhances a certain sense of sportiness.
Interior: has a strong "geely style"
When you come inside the Radar RD6, you will find that it has a strong shadow of the Geely model, with a simple overall design and a youthful and fashionable color scheme. In addition to pure black interior, it also provides consumers with black and brown contrasting interior, creating a warm riding atmosphere.
The steering wheel adopts a flat-bottom design and is equipped with cruise control buttons. In terms of materials, the new car uses a lot of soft materials to cover the center console, which is rare for a pickup truck. At the same time, silver decoration is added to the air conditioning outlet, which does not look monotonous.
The actual model is equipped with a full LCD instrument, and the screen display is relatively simple, but fortunately it is clear and easy to read. The central control is equipped with a 12.3-inch large touch screen, and the performance of the interface operation sensitivity is satisfactory. It also provides rich functions such as Internet of Vehicles, Amap navigation and voice recognition. In the pickup industry, these are relatively rare configurations in its class, and they are definitely worth it.
The seats are wrapped in leather material, and the internal filling is relatively soft and thick, making the ride comfortable. The main driver's seat is electrically adjustable, while the passenger seat is manually adjustable. The rear seats are equipped with three-person headrests, a central armrest, rear air-conditioning outlets, and 2 USB ports.
In terms of storage space, in addition to conventional storage space, Radar RD6 is also equipped with a 70L front trunk, which can be used to store small items such as chargers. In addition, the rear seat cushions can be flipped up.There is also a 48L storage box hidden on the inside. When opened, it can form a through-loading space for items that are difficult to put down.
In terms of seating space, taking an experiencer with a height of 180cm as an example, the front and rear rows of Radar RD6 are relatively spacious, especially the height and width are ideal. The rear leg space does not feel cramped and can meet the space needs of daily household use.
The model shot this time is not the top-of-the-line version. In the future, the new car will also provide functions such as a 9-inch full-color HUD head-up display, a 540° panoramic image, and an L2+ intelligent driving assistance system.
Power: battery life of more than 600km
In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 100kWh battery pack and adopts a three-in-one electric drive system. The maximum output power of the motor is 200kW. Under CLTC operating conditions, its full-charge cruising range exceeds 600km. Officially, it claims an acceleration time of 100 kilometers. Reaching 6 seconds level, the braking distance from zero to 100 meters is 38 meters. In addition, the new car provides fast charging and slow charging interfaces. In fast charging mode, it can last 120km after being fully charged in 15 minutes.
In terms of transmission, it is equipped with a single-speed gearbox common in electric vehicles. The styling design adopts the Geely family's flying electronic gear lever, and provides three driving modes: sport, economy, and comfort.
In terms of suspension, the new car does not adopt the non-load-bearing body design common in traditional pickup trucks. Since it is built on a pure electric platform, there are certain design trade-offs, and it adopts a four-wheel independent suspension. As for its off-road capabilities, let us look forward to subsequent test drive performance.
Full text summary: Unlike many pickup trucks in the traditional sense, Radar RD6, as a pickup truck truly built on a pure electric architecture platform, can be said to seize the opportunity under the trend of the new energy market. Judging from the design of the new car, Radar RD6 has changed the past impression that pickup trucks are just tools for hauling goods, giving pickup trucks a high-looking side. At the same time, with the ultra-long battery life of 600km and Geely's powerful Internet of Things technology advantages, the pickup truck is given more new driving experiences. Not only that, it can also satisfy many friends who like outdoor travel. It can not only travel in an environmentally friendly manner, but also solve the problem of difficulty in using electricity. Although domestic consumers are not yet very receptive to pickup trucks, I believe that with the arrival of Radar RD6, it will accelerate the reform of the pickup truck market and form a diversified market competition in the future. For consumers, there is another choice. Not a bad thing.
According to the "New Energy Brand Popularity List" data of Bitauto App, Geely Automobile's new energy has an average daily attention of 87,000, ranking 4th among new energy brands. For more data, please go to Bitauto App Check.