Highway 9 diesel. Haval H9 test: made me respect myself

The popular new generation Haval H9 SUV was presented in China in May of this year. The new generation car received a slightly tweaked appearance and significant changes in interior design, and the engine line was replenished with a new diesel engine.

Exterior design of Haval H9 in a new body

Externally, the SUV has changed slightly, but has become more masculine and modern. The car received a new radiator grille of an original shape with horizontal chrome bars. The shape of the SUV's front bumper has also been slightly changed.

We can say that the appearance of the SUV has become more original and recognizable compared to its predecessor.

The silhouette of the car body has retained its impressive dimensions and correct proportions. If you look at the body from the side, it is distinguished from the previous generation by new sill steps that hide while driving.

The footrests extend automatically when entering the vehicle. This update made it possible to slightly improve the aerodynamics and cross-country ability of the car. In the rear part of the body, changes affected only the shape of the bumper. He became more strict and concise.

Interior decoration of Haval H9 2017-2018 model year

In the interior of the new product, the changes are much more significant than in its external design. The car received an update dashboard with wide full color display on-board computer. The central tunnel and gear selector knob have been completely updated, and the front panel has been slightly modernized, the central element of which is a wide touchscreen of the multimedia system.

Premium quality materials are used for interior decoration - genuine leather, aluminum, valuable wood. dimensions The SUV allows the driver and six passengers to comfortably fit in it. The third row of seats is already present in basic configuration SUV. Compared to the previous generation, the width of the middle row seat cushions has been increased by 5 cm for maximum seating comfort for passengers.

Dimensions of the new generation Great Wall Haval H9

The overall dimensions of the car remained unchanged compared to the previous generation.

• body length - 4.856 m;
• width - 1.926 m;
• height - 1.91 m;
• wheelbase - 2.8 m;
• ground clearance- 23 cm.

New generation Haval H9 equipment

The following options are available as part of the basic and additional equipment for the car:

— Intelligent cruise control with emergency braking;
— 360 degree camera system;
— Parking assistant;
— Lane keeping system;
— Monitoring of dead spots;
— Modern multimedia system;
- Climate control;
— Electrical package, etc.

Technical characteristics of Great Wall Haval N9

The technical part of the frame all-wheel drive SUV has undergone major changes compared to its previous modification.

The basic four-cylinder petrol 2-liter engine of the car in the new generation received increased power (251 hp versus 218 in the previous generation). Second gasoline engine left unchanged - this is a 3-liter turbocharged “six” with an output of 333 hp. A new version The SUV also received a 2.0-liter diesel engine with a power of 190 hp.

The 6-speed automatic transmission has been replaced by a new hydromechanical 8-band automatic transmission.

As in the previous generation, the car has an independent suspension architecture with double wishbones in the front and a multi-link mechanism in the rear, but its settings have been slightly changed to create maximum comfort and controllability.

Start of sales and price of Great Wall Haval H9 2017-2018

It will be possible to purchase a new product in China in late spring - early summer of this year. A little later, the car will go on sale in Russian car dealerships. This event should be expected in early autumn of this year. The cost of the new product for Russian buyers will be, according to preliminary data, from 2.4 million rubles, which is slightly higher than for the current generation of SUV.

Photos of the crossover Great Wall Haval N9 2017-2018:

Relatively recently, the Great Wall company presented its new car, which was the Chinese SUV Haval H9 2019 model year. This car is unique in its own way for the company, as it claims to have premium status, which, as is known, is reserved exclusively for expensive cars with the appropriate power and design.

The first official presentation of the first version of the car took place in April 2014 at the global Beijing Motor Show. That same year, but a little later, vehicle was presented in Russia at the world Moscow Motor Show. The main difference between the exhibitions was that the cost and configuration of the Haval H9 was immediately made public for Russian consumers.

Creating Great Wall Haval H9 manufacturer was guided by existing prototypes, taking as a basis the well-known Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. Despite this, the new car received a magnificent design, which was greeted with obvious joy by the public during the official presentation.

Appearance

In the appearance of the body of the Great Wall Haval H9 2019, one can feel the desire of the developer, no matter what, to make a car that has a presentable appearance. The new Haval N9, a photo of which can be seen on the Internet, turned out to be truly magnificent, with many different expensive elements that allow the car to fully claim premium.

Since not all consumers will be able to purchase this vehicle due to its fairly high cost, it is possible to enjoy its appearance and technical data by watching the corresponding video review on the Internet.

The most notable body parts include:

• square rear and front bumpers painted to match the main body color;
• bi-xenon headlights with automatic washers;
• chrome false radiator grille with trim;
• chrome side moldings;
• rear view mirrors with electronic drive and heating system;
• daytime running lights with LEDs;
• powerful fog lights with chrome trim;
• electronic sunroof;
• branded front and rear mudguards;
• LED brake lights;
• shark fin roof antenna;
• rear small roof spoiler;
• laser illumination of the lower part of the doors.

When getting acquainted with the external equipment of the Great Wall Haval H9, it is important to remember that due to the existence of only one configuration, every available element is completely the same in each car model range. This also determines the clearly established cost of the car on the Russian and world markets.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the car are worthy of special mention, since the dimensions of this vehicle are truly huge and allow it to meet SUV standards. Of course, the dimensions of the body are completely proportional to the internal space.

The car has the following dimensions:

• length – 4856 mm;
• width – 1926 mm;
• height – 1910;
• wheelbase – 2800 mm;
• ground clearance - 230 mm.

The dimensions of the car, as well as other factors, do not change in any way from the layout.

Interior

The interior of the Great Wall Hawal H9 car is designed strictly in a three-row layout with a truly huge amount of free space. This applies equally to the front and rear rows of seats.

The most notable elements of the interior are the following:

• push-button engine start;
• leather trim on all seats;
• 8-way adjustable driver's seat with electronic drive;
• electric front passenger seat in 4 different positions;
• multifunction steering wheel;
• decorative rugs;
• 8-inch color touch display;
• additional information display;
• decorative wooden inserts;
• three-zone climate control;
• convenient control panel for the climate control system.

As a rule, the car also contains other interior elements. You can study all the existing details by visiting the official website of the representative on the Internet or by watching a test drive or crash test.

In general, reviews from owners about the internal contents of the Haval H9 are extremely positive, as, in principle, happens with cars with premium status.

Prices and options

As mentioned earlier, the configurations and prices of the Great Wall Haval H9 were presented back in 2014, despite the fact that the start of sales of this car falls on 2018-2019. In general, in the Russian Federation the car is produced in the same configurations as on the world market without any exceptions.

The list of existing configurations includes only one modification with the corresponding cost - this is:

• ELITE equipment - from 2 million 229 thousand rubles.

The presence of only one configuration, as a rule, is due to the fact that the vehicle is, first of all, positioned as a new premium car. Thus, the developer completely eliminated the possibility of reducing the cost of his product by providing it in one single layout.

The configuration and price of the car is positively emphasized by every owner and appraiser.

Specifications

In total, two power units of different power were developed for the model range. The engine is the only thing that can affect the cost of a particular car from the 2019 Great Wall Hawal H9 model range.

The first existing power unit is a 2.0-liter in-line gasoline engine with the following technical characteristics:

• power – 218 horsepower;
• torque – 324 Nm;
• number of cylinders – 4;
• transmission type – 6-speed automatic.

Such a motor does not require special financial expenditures from the consumer and is provided in the basic layout of the Great Wall Haval H9 2019.

As for the second engine developed for the model range, it is a turbocharged V-shaped 3.0-liter diesel engine with the following characteristics:

• power – 333 horsepower;
• torque – 480 Nm;
• number of cylinders – 6;
• transmission type - 8-speed automatic.

As you can see, the second engine provides significantly more power, but this model requires large financial costs. More detailed description power units can be found on the manufacturer's official website.

WITH EYES WIDE OPEN

The barrier rose - and I was on the territory of the largest open-air car market in the north of the capital. I drive the N9 into the “Kalash” row, fix it on windshield advertisement for sale and waiting for the catch.

One, two, three... After a couple of minutes, the “Chinese” was surrounded by at least a dozen people. Both buyers and sellers of neighboring cars came running: a sensation! If I showed up on a flying saucer, there would be less attention. They look under the hood and underbody, inspect the interior and trunk, and ask about the equipment. And they click their tongues - they say, cars of this level have not yet been produced in China. And it looks like Toyota Prado!

The burning interest instantly cooled down as soon as I named the price. Well, why did your eyes widen? I'm not kidding: 2,149,000 rubles. Those who were more restrained stepped aside, others twirled their fingers at their temples: yes, for this money you can buy Ford Explorer, or Mitsubishi Pajero. The basic Prado is only a hundred thousand more expensive! Wait a minute, people, the H9 is better equipped. And what a comfortable suspension! But the people gave up: in two or three years a Japanese all-terrain vehicle can be sold with minimal loss of money, but a “Chinese” one will depreciate by half - and in five years you won’t be able to get rid of it at all.

MANIFESTO

I remembered one story that happened to me six years ago in Shanghai. Half an hour before the dinner party, excuse me, my trousers tore. It’s not comme il faut to go out in such clothes, and I didn’t take spare ones. Nothing, I think, now in the next mall I’ll buy new ones for three kopecks - I’m in China! I run into the first store I come across - surprise: the most inexpensive pants made in China cost $200. I dive into the next one - the same prices. The third time - again two hundred... Nothing to do, I bought it. And you know, these trousers are still like new, despite the fact that I wear them regularly. It’s a similar story with H9. The price also horrified me. But with every kilometer I gained more and more respect for the car. People around him also treat the H9 with respect - in my memory, this is the first “Chinese” to which even the owners of prestigious cars quickly and without hesitation gave way. German cars. It is huge, solid and covered in chrome - people like that are still shunned in our country. IN spacious salon There is an atmosphere of peace and unobtrusive chic. The finishing is decent. Finely crafted leather, real aluminum. The diagonal stitching on the doors is pleasing to the eye. There is no feeling that they saved money on you. And it doesn’t even smell like Chinese here - prosperity and prosperity.

The ergonomics were carefully worked out; no obvious punctures were found. And visibility is good. But the picture from the rear view camera is too faded, the screen clearly lacks brightness. A luxurious-sounding audio system with Infinity acoustics, electrically adjustable seats with memory, adaptive headlights, a sunroof, three-zone climate control - all this is basic equipment. Living in the second row is also good. There is plenty of space, parts of the sofa divided in a ratio of 60:40 can be moved longitudinally and the angle of the backrests can be adjusted. There is an armrest, cup holders, air ducts in the door pillars and on the ceiling, and individual lighting with touch control. The third row of seats is included in the basic equipment of the Nine. You don’t feel particularly tight in them, but the comfort of fit is poor: the knees are pulled up to the chest.

AT LEAST TO THE END OF THE EARTH, AT LEAST TO THE EDGE

The ZF six-speed automatic isn't very quick, but when you switch to sport mode, things pick up and the H9 drives more fun. However, the competitors mentioned above will be more dynamic. What I really didn't like was the brake drive setup. You press the pedal and press, but there is still no proper deceleration. And only at the very end of the pedal stroke, when the stomach has already sucked, the huge carcass begins to slow down sharply. Unlike other Haval cars, the big H9 can be safely called not a crossover, but an all-terrain vehicle: the body rests on a powerful frame, the rear suspension is a durable continuous axle. The front and rear overhangs are short, and the ground clearance reaches 206 mm. Not a bad arsenal.

I turn from the asphalt onto the dirt road. While it is level and relatively dry, the lion's share of engine traction goes to the rear axle. When slipping, up to 50% of the torque is redistributed to the front wheels via a multi-plate clutch. And here is a deep rut that has not yet dried out. I connected the downshift in advance. H9 overcame the obstacle effortlessly, not allowing for a second to doubt its capabilities. In general, Haval did not lose face off the asphalt. On it you can safely get out into moderate off-road conditions without denying yourself comfort. And in the city it is no slouch, although I would like the steering to be “more precise.” The Chinese succeeded decent car, which in terms of driving characteristics and equipment is quite comparable to its analogues from Korea and Japan. All that's missing is the magic of the brand. After all, what is Haval? For people from the market - an empty phrase. And for you?

PLUS: Design and equipment at the Japanese level! MINUS: The brand image does not correspond to the price of the car

Two steps forward

The protective sticker in the trunk opening is installed in the wrong place and does not perform its function. In the underground compartment I was surprised by a drawer without a soft pad - but the rest of the niches have one. The interior is well assembled, but there is a fly in the ointment: the backs of the front seats are playful, and the headrests shake. The soft pad on the back of the chair is securely fastened on only one side.

Verdict: Haval H9 is assembled more carefully than mass-produced Chinese brands. And the materials are decent. But the Chinese have not yet achieved the ideal. In addition, the service life of the machine is not clear - only time will answer this question.

The largest and most expensive all-terrain vehicle in the range of the Chinese brand. It entered the Chinese market only two and a half years ago, but an updated version is already ready, and the modernization turned out to be far from cosmetic. The main news: the long-promised modification with a two-liter biturbodiesel engine, which produces 190 hp, has appeared in the range. and 420 Nm. For comparison: the 2.8 four-cylinder diesel engine of a similar-sized Toyota SUV Land Cruiser Prado produces 177 hp. and 450 Nm.

The previous 2.0-liter petrol turbo-four has been upgraded, its power increased from 218 to 251 hp, and torque from 324 to 355 Nm. Both engines are paired with a new ZF eight-speed automatic transmission, which replaces the six-speed gearbox. The company promises that this will reduce the fuel consumption of a gasoline SUV by about 1-2 l/100 km. The all-wheel drive transmission is the same: with a multi-plate clutch driving the front wheels and a reduction gear.

On the outside, the Haval H9 remains almost unchanged: it has a new front bumper and a radiator grille with five chrome fins instead of three. The massive running boards have disappeared from the thresholds - instead, folding “steps” have appeared that move out from under the bottom when the doors are opened.

The interior at first glance is the same, but the driver now faces a new instrument cluster, the central place of which is occupied by a seven-inch color display: it displays the speedometer, data trip computer and other background information. The casing of the central tunnel has been changed: all buttons and switches are assembled into one block, and instead of the previous “automatic” lever, a non-locking selector is now installed, although this is rather a minus.

The list of options has been seriously expanded. Instead of a regular sunroof, there is a large glass insert with a sliding section, and the rear view camera is complemented by a surround view system. Automatic braking and lane marking monitoring systems, adaptive cruise control and a parking assistant have appeared.

The updated Haval H9 SUVs will arrive at Chinese dealers at the end of May. Pre-reform cars in China cost from 30 to 40 thousand dollars, but after modernization the prices will probably increase. Last year, 11.5 thousand cars were sold in the domestic market. In Russia, the “nine” is offered in a single fixed configuration for 2.3 million rubles. Demand is expectedly sluggish: last year 72 cars were registered with the traffic police. Nothing is known yet about the release date of the updated version on our market, although diesel could boost sales.

The Haval H9 SUV was released in an updated form in 2017 - first presented in the brand’s homeland, China, and six months later the new product appeared in our country. The seven-seat full-size crossover has acquired many new features, improved power characteristics and a more stylish design - a review of the restyled car shows that the Haval H9 is fully consistent with its premium class status.

The pride of the Chinese manufacturer, one of the most worthy models among frame SUVs

The Great Wall company seriously declared itself in the mid-2000s, when the first Hover models began to appear on sale. Over the next decade, the automaker began to enjoy noticeable success, and in 2014 surpassed its own achievements by launching several crossovers under the Haval brand. The cars were radically different from the previously presented models, first of all, the highest level quality, serious cross-country ability, size, design and comfort in the cabin.

The Hawale H9 is an updated version of the impressive SUV that seems to meet all the criteria of an ideal car. Safe, passable, comfortable to drive, convenient for the driver and passengers, more than roomy crossover allows you to comfortably move around the city, carry a huge amount of luggage and travel big family to any distance. Official dealer brand in Russia offers only the luxury “ELITE” package, which provides absolutely everything you need - keyless access to the cabin, the latest multimedia system, electronic systems controls, leather trim, the ability to adjust the seats in several modes, folding second- and third-row sofas, an electric sunroof and many other options that allow you to feel safe behind the wheel in any road conditions and have all the necessary amenities at your fingertips.

One of the safest and most reliable cars in the maximum configuration

If you decide to buy a car with impressive power and at the same time want not to limit yourself in convenience and comfort, take a closer look at Haweil H9. In terms of workmanship and its functional characteristics, it is in no way inferior to more expensive cars in this category, and four-wheel drive, power 218 l. s., a 2.0 petrol engine completely justify the money spent on an SUV.

The Moscow car dealership “Inkom Auto” offers models of the Chinese brand at prices from the manufacturer. A full list of color solutions is available, with the ability to install additional options. There are favorable offers, discounts and gifts for customers.