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15.06.2019

Operating experience various cars before Dongfeng H30 Cross, I had a pretty decent one, there were domestic, Germans, Japanese, Koreans, Americans and a Chinese. One. This vehicle I have the fifteenth, so in the process of narration I will compare it with one, then with the other. Before Dongfeng, he also owned the Chinese Lifan X60. Looking ahead, I want to say that Lifan, despite his origin and Russian assembly, was sold faster than all the previous ones and even with a small gain (this is a matter of liquidity). So now to the question "What will you do with it later, what to do with it?", The answer is - I will sell it, like any other.

To the question of choice. The main criterion for me, as, probably, for the bulk of the population was the price. The criterion, although the main one, is not the only one. I also wanted a higher ground clearance than most cars, always on the machine (not on a robot and not on a variator). The mechanic after Lifan did not want to at all. This, by the way, is the only negative point in its operation - the box had to be repaired under warranty, it buzzed. They did it, really quickly and without problems, like "does it buzz?" The robot was on my Mercedes-Smart. He is there with one clutch, the sensations when switching are very specific, as if you are being driven by a very novice driver, but of course you can’t tell or yell. Well, with two clutches, read the reviews about the Ford powershift, everything will be clear.

Well, this, of course, is not all wishes. The body needs a hatch, of course (practical), more options, preferably which we will use. Do you need a car valet? I don't. The trunk is decent and the seats fold down piece by piece. The climate is efficient, multimedia. I wanted to take the car and then nothing special in it to modify.

I was looking for a car, just put my Wishlist in the selection criteria, and watched EVERYTHING that is. Shoveled a sea of information, went to look new Lifan X50. Positioned on the site as compact crossover, clearance-208 mm. Sounds good. I went to see the ground clearance of 160 or 165 mm. Robot box. At the very least, I got a job behind the wheel, I just COULD NOT sit back. (Height-180 cm, weight 108 kg.)

Dongfeng saw in the selection, and earlier this model did not come across. In our city, OD has been working since spring. I immediately became interested, although I was looking for a crossover rather. By the way, it is positioned this way, but rather it is a hatch with increased clearance. Phoned and went to watch. I took a ride, I liked everything, the only thing was that it was more convenient to get in and out of Lifan, it was clearly higher, although Lifan was declared - 179 mm, Dongfeng - 175 mm. By the way, the wheel size is quite rare 205/50 R16. What is this used for? low profile, is completely incomprehensible. Would put tires higher, would be a full-fledged crossover. I decided to take it, and I had to hurry, only the S30, a sedan, was on free sale. H30 cross had to be ordered, and an advance payment had to be made before the end of August, while the federal discount of 30,000 rubles was in effect. I made the money in mid-August, and although the manager assured me that I would get the car before the end of the month, the call from the salon was only at the beginning of September. They said the car was broken. When issuing, there was, though a slight misunderstanding, but they quickly figured it out, took it.

From dopov took so far only the protection of the internal combustion engine, wheel arch liners and floor mats. They didn't hang anything.

So Dongfeng H30 Cross, the color is orange, as I had to choose from white, gray, silver and red. It doesn't really matter to me, but my wife liked it. I've been driving the car for only a week, but first impressions are already being formed. I will try to write objectively, both good and not very good, although this is not a guarantee that the gentlemen trolls will not be called a manager.

Well, the exterior, of course, is not for everyone, the side of the Subaru XV looks a bit like it, but in any case, it looks quite modern. parking lights LED, integrated into the headlights, such as DRL. I only turn them on during the day, although they do not shine brightly enough. In the headlights of the H7 lamp, and, as I read in the manual, in right headlight you can change it yourself without problems, but "in case of a malfunction of the left headlight bulbs, you need to contact the nearest dealer"

Door handles (external) are archaic, now no one makes them, under an unnatural lower grip. The seller said - but the water does not get. This is nonsense, it gets into any, any frosts over. The rear lights are reminiscent of the Volvo XC90, they look good, bright, functional. The tailgate opens easily, the lock is electric. The only thing that is inconvenient to close the door, you need to throw it down with force (the handles for closing are also under the lower grip). If you gently lower it even three-quarters, it will not close under your own weight - you will pick it up with your fingers and slap it, you will get dirty.

The gas tank hatch opens from the outside, and there, of course, is the cover with the ignition key, so open it and drag it with you to pay.

Body panels fit very evenly, doors open and close easily with a pleasant thud. The metal of the body does not bend anywhere, it is thick, I read in the description that the body is completely galvanized. I read that the issue of assembling these machines at our Derways was considered, but the Chinese were not satisfied with the quality standards in production.

I liked the suspension very much, I read reviews before buying, some wrote - tough, nothing like that, on Lifan on speed bumps it bounced more strongly. Not a Lincoln Town Car, of course (I owned it for two years), but quite comfortable. They write that the rear suspension is independent, this is not true, it is semi-independent torsion beam. Basically simple design, only a beam on springs is simpler.

As for the engine, I think it’s too early to describe my feelings, it’s just being run in. Quiet enough, in the cabin you can speak in an undertone. (Perhaps this is the merit of soundproofing). It seems to be a modified Nissan, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters. The box is Japanese Aisin, they say a model of reliability, 4 gears, stretched naturally, but the algorithm of work with smooth pedaling (and what else when running in) is annoying. You will drive slowly, at 45 km / h you will tuck 4th gear. In this case, the revolutions will be slightly higher than 1000. I don’t know how to link this with the recommendation to switch when running in at 2500-3000. In addition to the usual automatic transmission, there is also a winter and a sport mode.

I tried it in sports - the engine spins more, but this does not mean at all that with a calm movement at 50 km / h. again will not turn on the fourth. On the Kia Retona, I had the O / D mode, in which the 4th will not work, it would not hurt him here. It is possible, of course, in the mode manual switching drive, do not turn on the 4th in the city, but I bought an automatic machine. And so it switches almost imperceptibly, smoothly, there are no complaints.

Interior materials are quite decent. Plastic, of course, is hard, but it is like that on machines of a higher class. I like the material of the seats, pleasant to the touch, they say that it is wear-resistant. The steering wheel is adjustable for both reach and tilt, which is a rarity for the Chinese. The power steering is electric, I don’t see much difference with a conventional power steering, in winter it may not howl at startup. Devices are excellent electronic speedometer Lifan, who glared, here the usual analog wells are perfectly readable.

There is a function of locking the doors when dialing 10 km / h. Runs like me? Can be turned off with the push of a button. The trip computer is monochrome and very dimly backlit. Be sure to read the instructions, the setup algorithm is extremely illogical. It's also a shame with the translation, most required parameters there is, but "continuation mileage" is how many kilometers to refuel. Days of the week Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun. As if different people did. On multimedia, the translation is 100% correct, although there is more bukaff. The phone connects to multimedia, it is convenient, it works perfectly, hands are free. There is an electric sunroof, you don’t have to say, maybe, but it is. There are only two configurations on these machines, this is the maximum.

When entering our market, the company said that they had made a car that did not need to be adapted specifically for Russia. Almost agree, almost. How could a car be equipped with cruise control, a parking search system, and a delay switch-off function external lighting, a rear view camera that works in conjunction with parking radar And. etc. but forget about the warmers? How?!

Little known Chinese manufacturer DongFeng motor corporation represented on the Russian market by a few models. One of them Dongfeng H30 Cross was introduced not so long ago. The car is a bit stylized as a crossover, although it can be called such with a big stretch. This article is an excellent occasion to take a closer look at the “Chinese”, to see in it at least a hint of success in terms of winning Russian hearts. The entire range of DongFeng.

Exterior

In its outlines, the DongFeng pseudo-crossover is very similar to the S30 sedan, but it has plastic body kit and slightly increased clearance. The false radiator grille was redone, and the bumpers and the aft part of the body became different. Roof rails appeared on the roof of Dong Feng Cross, and there was a spoiler. Still, this car is still far from a full-fledged crossover. Dongfeng H30 cross is protected by a plastic protection around the perimeter, which also protects the front and rear bumper. Dongfeng H30 cross photo demonstrate that despite all the nuances, the car turned out to be quite nice. According to reviews, the car gives the greatest attractiveness rear end, it has a fifth trunk lid with a small glass and a powerful spoiler. The elegant design is perfectly complemented by the grille, which, in combination with the bumper, gives the car a unique style and dynamics.

Vehicle dimensions are as follows:

Length 4336 mm;
Width 1760 mm;
Height 1528 mm;
Wheelbase 2610 mm;
Ground clearance 175 mm;
The mass of the car is 1230-1250 kilograms.

Interior

The first thing that a driver will notice during a test drive of the DongFeng H30 Cross is a five-seater configuration of the car and almost completely licked off Chinese sedan S30 saloon. Unfortunately, in the decoration of the novelty, specific appearance and the smell of plastic with cloth. But the front panel turned out pretty nice. It has excellent ergonomics and free space, which is enough for passengers of almost any height and weight. Perhaps the main difference from the sedan is the smaller capacity luggage compartment. With the seats folded down, you can throw 1137 liters of cargo into it, and in the normal state - 417 liters. In general, the interior of the car is classic and does not cause alienation. The seats are upholstered in high-quality fabric, which the manufacturer is rumored to be testing in fairly harsh conditions. The instrument panel is informative and provides all the necessary information about technical condition car while driving. The car is equipped with an independent multimedia center with touch control, it is worth noting that Russification is at a high quality level.

Cyrillic is displayed correctly. Nevertheless, the audio system of the Chinese car leaves much to be desired. DongFeng H30 cross seats are manually adjustable in six different directions. Distinctive feature This manufacturer from China is that he equipped a special case for glasses on the left hand of the driver. Depending on the configuration, the car will be equipped with various functions. Realizing that the car will mainly enter the European market, DongFeng added an ashtray and a cigarette lighter to it, which cannot but please smoking motorists. For maximum convenience and comfort of the driver, the top-end configuration has a rear-view camera.

In general, the salon is cozy and spacious. You can be sure that even five not the most slender people fit in it comfortably. Stock free space to the front backs from the rear seat for a person with a height of about 185 cm is more than five centimeters. Modern interior, Russian localization, high-quality assembly and neat buttons - this is not the whole list of what DongFeng H30 Cross is equipped with. By the way, the on-board computer is very informative, on it you can get information about the time, date, fuel consumption, power reserve and many others no less important indicators vehicle condition.

Of the minuses of the salon, the following can be distinguished:

Plastic Low quality. He's too hard;
Unsightly seat upholstery.

However, in general, the interior is decent and unlike the usual Chinese cars. In the top configuration, the driver will be able to evaluate his own multimedia system with support for all popular music formats and reading from USB, CD. In the comfort version, the same system is located in the cabin, but with a smaller screen.

Specifications

Regardless of the market, DongFeng H30 Cross is equipped with only one engine with very modest capabilities. We are talking about a four-cylinder 16-valve engine with a volume of 1.6 liters., Having the function multipoint injection fuel. 117 HP - that's all you can expect from the Dong Feng pseudo-crossover engine. I am glad that the fuel consumption in combined cycle does not exceed 7 liters. Technical characteristics of DongFeng H30 Cross is quite in line with the trends current trends V automotive industry. The steering wheel control system deserves special attention, it is equipped with electric amplifier. A similar solution is installed on leading cars premium class. ESP allows you to save fuel while driving and reduces harmful emissions V environment compared to a classic hydraulic booster. However, while driving steering better controlled and responsive to any movement. Thanks to this, it is possible to achieve stability and comfortable control during the ride.

The DongFeng H30 Cross applies automatic transmission gear change from the famous Japanese manufacturer Aisin, she supports the function manual selection transmission, reliable and easy to use. It also reduces fuel consumption compared to analogues. Used A16 engine added VVT technology- it allows you to adjust the valve timing. The motor meets all European standards and is quite powerful, reliable with a large power reserve. Low level emission of harmful exhaust gases complies with safety requirements. By combining a box from Aisin, such as on the Peugeot 308 of 2014 and Luxgen7 suv, and this engine, it is possible to achieve excellent running of the car and fully unleash the potential of DongFeng. Over the past years, DongFeng has conducted many studies on the reliability and economy of the motor. He fully justified the hopes placed on him. For Russian Federation the company has specially adapted the suspension and engine in order to achieve maximum efficiency.

DongFeng H30 cross is proud to offer a combination of style and technology. The car supports ABS + EBD, is equipped with a full electric package, four airbags and a full-fledged multimedia system. Suspension front of the car independent with stabilizers roll stability, and the back with trailing arms. You can service the suspension yourself, it is no different from popular models European sedans. Max speed, which can be developed on the H30 cross about 183 kilometers per hour.

Security DongFeng H30 Cross

The security of the DongFeng H30 Cross is at a decent level, as evidenced by the many features that the car is equipped with:

ABS - a system that prevents the wheels from locking and losing control of the car during hard braking;
Four airbags for the driver and passenger in the front row. Two of them are located on the sides, and the others in front;
In the event of a severe frontal impact, the seat belts will deploy at the highest level, they provide secure fixation driver and passenger as provided with pretensioners;
The child lock is a reliable protection against opening the doors by children while driving;
Support for child seats with ISOFIX mounting;
Parktronic - a system that reports approaching obstacles during parking;
Immobilizer - does not allow you to start the car with another key, the chance of car theft is reduced to zero;
The Tai Chi system provides reliable protection all people in the car, which is reinforced with special beams around the perimeter;
The front of the car is equipped with special zones that soften the blow in the event of a collision between a car and a pedestrian;
The shock control system allows you to unlock the doors in the entire car in the event of an accident, the doors will automatically open. Also, the supply of fuel to the engine will be cut off almost instantly to prevent the car from igniting.

Options and prices

Buying DongFeng H30 Cross, the user can count on the presence of a central lock for car safety, fog lights for all-weather control, light-alloy rims, extended power accessories, parking sensors, airbags and multimedia complex with a 6.5-inch display. Price Chinese hatchback starts from 579,000 rubles.

Pros and cons of Dong Feng H30 Cross

The advantages of DongFeng H30 Cross are:

Low fuel consumption;
Nice appearance;
Availability of all modern systems security;
Improved handling and maneuverability;
patency;
Steering wheel adjustment not only in height, but also in reach;
Good ground clearance.

The disadvantages include:

Lack of heated seats and mirrors;
Not too high quality suspension;
Weak sound insulation;
Absence rubber mats in auto.

In general, it should be said that DongFeng H30 Cross is better all suitable for comfortable ride around the city or on the highway. In off-road conditions, it is not strong. An unadapted suspension for Russian roads makes you constantly feel discomfort when passing policemen lying down or when the car gets into a hole in the road. Perhaps DongFeng will be able to gain a foothold in the Russian market, but first of all, the company needs to eliminate the shortcomings described in the article, since competitors offer much more best functionality for the same money.

Summing up

After a short test drive DongFeng Cross H30 it becomes clear that chinese car great for fast driving By good roads. But wading through traffic jams or, even worse, climbing gentle slopes is better on something more serious. For daily trips typewriter a little lacking comfort. According to the owners of Dong Feng Cross, the car has problems with the suspension and service electronics. Most likely, the Chinese also know about them, but they are not in a hurry to correct the situation.

DongFeng H30 Cross photo

Dong Feng n30 Cross 2019 release - a car of the Chinese engineering company Dongfeng Motor (translated from Chinese - Wind of the East), founded in 1969. This is one of the largest companies in China. The company has been offering passenger cars on the auto exchange of the Russian Federation since 2014. For the debut, such improved models as the DFM H30 CROSS hatchback and the DFM S30 sedan were presented.

To conquer the global market, Dongfeng teamed up with famous company Nissan, as a result of this, a colossal joint venture Dongfeng motor company Limited (DFL).

Dongfeng and Zotye cars are assembled in Tatarstan at the Alabuga car assembly plant. They plan to produce up to seven thousand cars a year.

The total volume of investments invested in the joint venture is estimated at one hundred and ninety one million rubles from Alabuga Motors and five hundred million dollars from China.

Externally Dongfeng crossover h30 Cross 2019 can be compared with the S30 sedan - very similar, but it has a plastic body kit and more ground clearance (ground clearance). The false radiator grille has been changed, as well as the bumper and stern of the body structure. Roof rails and a spoiler appeared on the roof of the dfm h30 cross. Along the entire length around Dong Feng n30 Cross is equipped with plastic protection. Trunk lid with a modest window.

The beautiful design of the Dongfeng h30 cross is perfectly combined and fully reflects the originality, style and sporty bias. Falshradiator grille, designed in the form of ascending lines, alloy wheels in combination with a massive front bumper, they give the crossover an individual style and dynamism.

Dimensions

Body variant - hatchback
Number of doors - five
Number of seats - five
Length - 4 351 mm
Width - 1 760 mm
Vertical - 1 528 mm
Wheelbase - 2,609 mm
Curb weight - 1,220 kg
Clearance - 175 mm
Rims - 195/60 R15
Fuel tank capacity - 51 l
Fuel - gasoline
The highest speed limit is 183 km / h
Acceleration to 100 km / h - 6.5 seconds
Turning diameter - 10.6 m
Luggage compartment format - 417 liters
Load capacity - 720 kg

Warranty period - three years or 100,000 kilometers

Interior

Chinese car Dong Feng n30 Cross five-seater. A photo of Dongfeng h30 Cross 2019 is presented below and confirms the presentability of the car. The design uses new plastics and fabrics tested under harsh conditions. The free subspace is enough for transit people of virtually any build and height.

Obviously, compared to the sedan, the luggage compartment capacity is less - 417 liters and, with the rear seats folded down - 1137 liters. The front panel is ergonomic and informative - it reflects all the notifications that the driver needs about the state of the car. Dongfeng is equipped with a Russified multimedia center with a perceiving screen and convenient controls, but it would be desirable to have a better audio system.

The seats are manually adjustable in six directions. Since Dong Feng n30 Cross will enter the European market, the manufacturer installed an ashtray, a cigarette lighter and a glasses case to the left of the driver in the cabin. The background camera is not forgotten either.

Reliability level

The security of Dongfeng h30 Cross 2019 release complies with modern standards, as stated by the equipment of the car:

ABS - traction control
Four airbags - two located on the sides and two in front
Seat belts with pretensioners
children's castle
ISO-FIX holder
Parktronic
Immobilizer
Tai Chi system
Impact damping range
Collision control system

Specifications

Dongfeng h30 Cross 2019 - technical specifications overview:

Bolinder - gasoline, distribution injection
Cylinders - four, arranged in a row
Valves - sixteen
The working volume of the engine is 1,556 cm / cu
Load - 117 hp, 86 kW at 6,000 rpm
Torque - 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm
Drive - front
Transmission - 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Suspension front - MacPherson strut
Rear suspension - independent torsion bar
Rear arrester - disc non-ventilated
Front arrester - ventilated disc
Exhaust toxicity - EURO 4 standard, adsober
Average fuel consumption - 7.0 liters

Options and prices

Since 2019, the price of Dongfeng in the Russian Federation varies from 599,000 rubles. Description basic configuration auto Dong Feng n30 Cross:

15" alloy wheels
Fog lights
Four airbags
air conditioner
Electrical package
Multimedia system with DVD/USB support
ABS and EBD systems
On-board computer
Parktronic
Main lock

If desired, you can easily replace spare parts, wheels, color, winter tires, fenders.

Range

Two versions - Comfort and Luxure.

Comfort

The cost is from 509,000 rubles. The equipment includes:
Impact Regulator System
Alloy wheels
Rear fog lights
Anti-lock braking system
Brake voltage distribution system
Front airbags
Lateral airbags
Immobilizer
Central locking with d.
Poly media center with chroma monitor
Headlight corrector
Mirrors with electric drive and repeater of turns
Driver's seat adjustment
Steering wheel coordination
Power windows
Air conditioner
Options Bluetooth, Hand free, mp3, USB port
Board computer
Parktronic

Luxuri

The cost is from 569,000 rubles. In addition to the equipment available in the Comfort package, the equipment includes:

Steering wheel with leather trim
Electric sunroof
Heated mirrors
Regulation driver's seat in six positions
Climate control
Multifunction steering wheel
Audio and ASCD systems
Navigator
Board computer with rear view camera

The length of the car is 4.351 m, width - 1.76 m, height - 1.528 m. Wheelbase - 2.61 m. Thanks to these dimensions, a large amount of space in the cabin is provided and, therefore, additional convenience for each passenger. IN luggage compartment hatchback with a clearance of 175 mmn fits up to 417 liters. cargo, but with the assembled backrests of the second row seats, it will include up to 1137 liters.

Engine

Excellent specifications Dongfeng H30 Cross is another reason to take a closer look at the model. The car is driven by a gasoline 4-cylinder engine with 16 valves. The volume of the engine issuing up to 117 hp and 153 Newton meters at 4000 rpm - 1.6 liters.

The gearbox is:

5-speed manual transmission;
4-speed automatic transmission from Aisin. Japanese automatic transmission has 2 operating modes - sports and winter. Economical fuel consumption per 100 km and dynamic acceleration up to 100 km / h are provided with it!

The basic Comfort version with "mechanics" develops up to 183 km / h. Top speed Luxury versions with an automatic transmission are slightly less - 180 km / h.

Equipment

It is 2016, which means that there is nothing surprising in a budget Chinese car with rich equipment. high hatchback brand Dongfeng even in the "base" is completed in full. He has:

DRL (LED);
multifunction steering wheel;
USB connector;
external mirrors with electric adjustment;
alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 inches;
tinted glass;
4 power windows
and etc.

Buy Dongfeng H30 Cross at the Central showroom

Now everyone can afford to buy a new Dongfeng H30 Cross from official dealer, as you can take a car loan / installment plan at a low percentage. Not to make a deposit will allow a used car, handed over by "Trade-in".

Promotions and discounts, as well as prices and configurations of the DFM H30 Cross are listed on the website. Find other models will help our

Since mid-May last year, another Chinese car company has entered the Russian market. They brought to Russia a sedan and SUV, identical in their characteristics. They differ only in body types and clearance height. Under the hood, they hide 117 horses in the form of a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine.

DongFeng H30 has a good ground clearance and sufficient dynamics for driving around the city and light off-road.

A little about the company

DongFeng is not a sharashka office, but rather a well-known Chinese corporation. From 1969 to today She has become one of the major automakers in the Middle Kingdom and acquired contracts with Citroen, Renault, Nissan and even Volvo. By the way, teamwork with the latter made from the "East Wind" (this is how the name of the company is translated) largest producer trucks in China. By the way, their trucks have run over the roads of Russia for more than one thousand miles, but cars are just appearing on the market.

And the company decided to start with the S30 sedan and H30 crossover. They were developed, of course, not specifically for Russian roads, but before sales started, the Chinese drove over our asphalt (and in some places its absence) about two million kilometers in order to adapt both cars as best as possible for the harsh conditions of Russia.
Out?

I must say that the SUV turned out pretty good.

Dongfeng H30 (by the way, that's right, not Dong Feng H30) has good ground clearance and sufficient dynamics for city driving and light off-road driving. Of course, it will not replace your full-fledged frame SUV With all-wheel drive, but with other crossovers he can compete. It seems that Dongfeng, with the help of this model, decided to compete with Lada Kalina Cross and Renault Sandero step way.

What's outside?

Externally, the crossover looks like a Volvo XC70, and quite strongly. This can be seen both in the general silhouette of the car, and in its individual elements and design solutions - bumpers, false radiators and rear lights are unequivocally identical. Perhaps they are even interchangeable, but no one has yet tested this. A couple more cars with which parallels are drawn in appearance are two Citroens: ZX and Xsara and Peugeout 306. However, this is not surprising: in addition to contracts with Volvo, Dong Feng has been manufacturing these very Citroens since 1996 in China.

Video: DongFeng H30 Review

What is inside?

Some filling under the bottom of the car also suggests associations with the French car industry:

1. Suspension, axles and drive exactly repeat the 306th Peugeot and Citroen ZX. By the way, about the suspension. The certificate says in Russian and white that the rear suspension of the H30 Cross is independent. Representatives of the company in Russia also loudly declare this. But China would not be China if the finished product fully complied with the declared technical parameters. Rear suspension the crossover is actually dependent, with a transverse torsion bar. It was this one that stood on the 306th Peugeot, and obviously the Chinese considered it successful and decided not to touch it.

2. power unit- This is a clear reference to another land of the rising sun - Japan. And they copied it not from Suzuki and not from Mitsubishi, but from a more prosaic Nissan Tiida. And this is also not just like that: Thyids in China are also collected by DongFeng.

Under the bottom

The bottom of the car. It is there that all peculiar Chinese manufacturers hack.

If you suffer (or enjoy) perfectionism, then you definitely should not look under the bottom of the crossover. Crooked and unevenly applied mastic (which is especially noticeable in the corners), the absence of even a pitiful semblance of protection on the crankcases of the units and the possible imbalance of the wheels right at the exit from the car dealership. But it is worth noting that with a clearance of 175 mm, nothing threatens the crankcases, especially since this is not the lowest part of the car - the exhaust is suspended below everything.

under the hood

We have already said enough about the engine, but the gearbox should be said separately. There are two possible options: Five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. The automatic machine is quite suitable for city trips, and if the car has to drive mainly on primers and light off-road, the modification with manual transmission is definitely a winner here.

The hood itself is quite well soundproofed and the noise level in the cabin is quite low. But the hood lid rests on foam rubber seals, which in a couple of months will simply turn into dust. Therefore, they will have to be replaced with rubber ones (one way or another).

Before Russian market the combined hodgepodge of reliable and time-tested units arrived.

Another drawback in the engine compartment is that it is quite difficult to get to air filter, nozzles interfere. Of course, they can be bent or separated, but this brings some additional inconvenience.

Salon and electronics

Interior design can be quite attributed to minimalism. But this is a bit different from the minimalism that is inherent in other Chinese manufacturers. Although the interior trim used the most budgetary materials, it looks quite presentable. And most importantly, the interior of the cabin will not become boring even after a few years - there is simply nothing to get bored with.

Briefly about the pros and cons

A definite plus of the salon:

Space: on back seat can comfortably accommodate three people with a height of 180 and more;
All elements are well thought out and ergonomic;
On the center console on-board computer you can find out interesting data about the car and also the time, date, and the like;
The car's Chinese origins in the interior design are reminiscent of a glossy steering wheel insert, too catchy for Western models. However, in general, the interior is made in a Western manner.

Nice, chic salon.

The fact that the seats are upholstered in fabric and the sides are too soft can spoil the impression.
In any configuration, the car has a multimedia system controlled via a touch-screen, which is essentially a 6.5-inch tablet. With it, you can use both flash drives and disks, use the Handsfree system. IN complete set there is a parking sensor that displays an image on the tablet rear camera, and Bluetooth is added for perfect comfort.

The sound is output to 4 speakers, the quality of which can suit most motorists. Musicians and connoisseurs of perfectly pure sound may not be fully satisfied.
But air conditioning and 4 airbags, for sure, everyone will like it.

Test drive: in the city and off-road

Important! The car is definitely not designed to conquer off-road in impenetrable mountains or forests. But it is perfect for problematic roads in Russia.

The Chinese assembled it on the basis of a platform created by the French from PSA concern, and specially adjusted to the conditions of Russia. To do this, for three whole years, the experimental model cruised along the potholes and patches of our roads. It will be comfortable to go to the dacha, picnic, beach or make your way through the streets of the city in it.

H30 Сross has only 2 pedals instead of the usual 3, which is very convenient for overcoming traffic jams in megacities.

One gets the impression that the car is designed for a leisurely and accurate ride. When you press the gas or brake pedals, it reacts smoothly, without sudden jumps. In the first case, this is a definite plus, but the second will have to adapt.

To unscrew the steering wheel from lock to lock, you will have to turn it 3.7 times - sharp turns will not work either.

Issue price

The most important advantage of Downfengs is their price. Although these SUVs are called parquet, their price is comparable to budget European hatchbacks. Today, the price of such a car is on average 75,800 yuan, which is approximately equal to 446,000 rubles.

Given that the safety performance for last years at Chinese cars increased significantly, then the purchase will definitely be profitable.