2018 Cadillac XTS Daily Practical Test Report
I have to say that in recent years, the Cadillac brand has been painstakingly promoted. In the TV series such as "My Sports Teacher", there are many models of the brand, and the orders that come with it must also make the manufacturers smile. As one of the major and medium-sized cars sold by the company, XTS has not only continued the advantages of American luxury cars in terms of driving comfort. The redesigned models launched in November 2017 have been greatly upgraded in terms of appearance. In addition to the strength of the powder, the car's ease of use has also become the focus of consumers' attention. In this issue, we handed the stage of the "Practical Test Report" to the 2018 Cadillac XTS, letting it use its actual performance as its own name. .
Test vehicle: 2018 Cadillac XTS 28T Deluxe
Guide price: 359,900 yuan
Visual blind zone test
In the blind spot test session, we will focus on the front view of the vehicle, the rear view mirror field, the left and right rear view mirror blind zone and the parking sensor. During the test, all the seats in the car were adjusted to the lowest level, and the measured data will be slightly different from the normal use of the driver. The data is for reference only.
In the test front view stage, we used a 70cm high pile bucket as a reference, and then adjusted the distance until the upper edge of the pile can be seen in the main seat.
After testing, the final measured data of the pile barrel and the front of the car was 190cm, which exceeded the tester's expectations. Although the Cadillac XTS front is a great feeling, after the driver's seat is adjusted to the lowest position, there is no obvious blind spot in the direction of the front. The Cadillac XTS is among the best performers compared to its predecessor.
In the in-vehicle rearview mirror field of view test, the pile bucket was also fixedly placed, and then the vehicle was driven forward until the upper edge of the pile can be observed, and the measured distance was 1780 cm. The slightly thick rear tail shape and the rear windshield with a slightly smaller size encroached on the driver's view during the test.
For the field of view of the exterior mirrors, our measurement method is to let the testers stand 10M vertically at the left and right rear view mirrors, and then move to the left and right sides until they appear on the outermost edges of the rear view mirrors. Out of its lateral distance. Then, through the formula calculation, the angle of the angle of view of the rear view mirror can be obtained. The larger the angle, the smaller the blind area of ​​the rear view mirror, and vice versa.
From the test results, the viewing angles of the exterior mirrors on both sides of the Cadillac XTS are 26 degrees and 22 degrees, respectively, which are at the upstream level of the same level. It is worth mentioning that the car is equipped with parallel auxiliary function, and the driver's seat provides double curvature glass, which reduces the blind spot of the field of view and helps the driver to understand the surrounding road conditions.
Parking aid system test
During the test, the 2018 Cadillac XTS reversing radar has a maximum detection distance of 140cm. During the process of the vehicle approaching the obstacle, the buzzer frequency changes more obviously, and the obstacle is 20cm away from the body at the highest frequency. . In the test standard, the closer the continuous buzzing stage is to 25cm, the closer it is to everyday use habits. Obviously, XTS performed better in this test, but with the vehicle approaching obstacles, controlling the speed is still a key factor in avoiding accidents.
It is worth mentioning that the car is equipped with front and rear parking radar and reverse impact function, both of which are worthy of recognition, and when a pedestrian is detected entering the "danger zone", accompanied by a continuous beep, the screen There will be a warning icon in the middle and the obstacle can be displayed in the direction. However, for a guy with a body length of more than 5 meters, it would be better to provide a panoramic imaging system.
In addition, when the reverse gear (R gear) is engaged, the right side mirror can also be folded down to facilitate the driver's side entry.
In-vehicle configuration test
The Cadillac XTS's front seats support multi-directional electric adjustment and are designed with extra leg support for a comfortable ride.
Not only that, but the front row of headrests can also be manually adjusted in four directions, and the support of the seat back to the shoulders and waist is in place.
The car's central armrest can't be adjusted, but its height is reasonable, and the exterior is wrapped in leather fabric, which can relieve fatigue when driving long distances.
As a luxury American model, the XTS's cushion softness is unquestionable, and the center console is also designed with perforated leather fabric wraps. The details are considered thoughtful.
The rearview mirror folding function of the car is “hidden†in the electric adjustment panel. When the L·R button is in the middle gear, press the white “open†arrow. However, the electronic handbrake switch located on the left side of the driver's seat needs to be adapted to the friend who first contacted the car. Of course, it is better to introduce the automatic parking function when changing the model.
Steering wheel electric four-way adjustment is not uncommon in this class. In addition, Cadillac XTS also provides steering wheel heating, which is a boon for northern consumers.
It is worth mentioning that XTS not only provides the driver's seat lock switch in the passenger's seat, but also pulls the door handle twice repeatedly in the case of the central locking lock to complete the unlocking operation, which improves driving safety to a certain extent. . In addition, the front row of the car is equipped with seat ventilation and heating to help improve ride comfort.
The rear windshield sunshade switch in the front row is located in the sunroof control panel, which is “not bad†in terms of frequency of use and convenience.
The multimedia and air-conditioning control panel under the central control panel can be touched or slidably adjusted by the chrome-plated strips embedded in it. The sense of technology is bright, but from the practical point of view, the high probability of accidental collision is inevitable. Inconvenient, and the panel touches the trim at the edge, it can also open the hidden space of the car, the design is new, but the "play" is better than the functionality.
The boss key is essential for IKEA's XTS. The 220V power supply and dual USB interface design under the air conditioning outlet ensure that the mobile devices of the bosses will not lose tens of millions of "business" because they have no electricity. .
The fly in the ointment is that the car's panoramic sunroof is slightly smaller and cannot be extended to the top of the rear passengers.
Fortunately, the rear side window and the rear windshield sunshade all debut, and there is no loss in terms of heat insulation and privacy enhancement. The rear armrest is designed with a multimedia control panel, and the buttons are not touch operation, convenience. The aspect is worthy of recognition.
Navigation system test
The 8-inch touch screen of the Cadillac XTS equipment is relatively sensitive, and the UI design of the car system is also relatively easy to understand. After entering the homepage, click “Navigation†to proceed to the next step.
The magnifying glass icon in the upper left corner is the knob for the location search. The system will associate itself when the full spelling input is made, and it is easy to find the destination in the alternative, and it is easy to get started.
Before confirming the departure, you can also view the three route plans provided. After the actual measurement, the tester believes that the probability of manually switching the route is not high, and the default route is completely OK.
In addition to multi-touch and dashboard display path information, you can also set the road segments to be circumvented in the navigation settings, which is simple and convenient to operate.
The small partners who pursue the sense of science and technology can also adjust the air conditioning system through the touch screen, but still use the physical buttons during the driving process.
The slightly mysterious "App Store" offers Cadillac App, which includes koala FM and NetEase cloud music, enabling online entertainment.
The "MyCadillac" app includes two options: the official platform and the surrounding 4S store. The former is just a WeChat public account, and the latter can retrieve the Cadillac dealers in the city, which is more practical than the former.
Connecting the phone and playing music via Bluetooth is perhaps the most basic configuration in the car system. However, when the vehicle is in the driving state, it is impossible to add new devices, which reduces the probability of driving "playing the phone". For security reasons, it is still docked. In the safe area, connect your phone to Bluetooth.
As a member of the general family, the car 4GWIFI is undoubtedly a welcoming configuration, and the speed and connection speed are worthy of recognition. In addition, the car's in-vehicle system also integrates Apple CarPlay mobile phone interconnection function, but it is not fair for Android mobile phone users.
Space test
Thanks to the non-through door handle design, with the storage compartment below, the commonly used items such as water bottles, wallets and mobile phones are “targetedâ€. The small size storage slot on the left side of the driver's seat can accommodate the remote control key, while the "cash box" below is more suitable for holding items such as mobile phones or bills.
A cup holder with a limited position device is not uncommon. If the ashtray under the front cover is changed to a storage slot, its practical performance may be even better.
In the hidden space mentioned above, an iphone6plus mobile phone can be placed, and items such as wallets are even more important. In addition, the interior of the central armrest box is relatively regular, and it is not a problem to place items such as beverage bottles.
It is worth mentioning that the inside of the armrest box is also designed with TYPE-C and USB interface, and there are reserved wiring slots at the edge. The practicality and forward-looking awareness are reflected. Of course, it is better to provide two USB interfaces. After all, the current popularity of the TYPE-C interface is still limited.
A clip is also provided at the front visor to facilitate access to high-speed sections. It should be noted that the glove box switch is located on the right side of the center control panel and uses touch operation. It may be necessary to find the first contact with the car. Not only that, the "glove box" of the car can be described as a veritable name. Normally closed.
The rear armrests are reasonably long in length and width, with retractable cup holders and storage slots for passengers.
For the basic values ​​required for the trunk, we also carried out the actual measurement. The maximum width of the trunk opening of the Cadillac XTS model is 110cm; the opening length is 55cm; the vertical height of the trunk platform and the interior roof is 52cm; the depth of the trunk is deep. It is 125cm and is in the upper reaches of the competing models.
It is worth mentioning that the interior of the trunk lid of the car is designed with an escape device, and the handle is made of luminous material, which can help the occupants escape the danger in an emergency.
Of course, the more common hooks and storage tanks next to the spare tires are visible on the XTS.
It must be said that the external switch of the trunk is not provided, perhaps the largest "slot point" of the car. It is a bit cumbersome to pick up the trunk items, and the models used in the same class are rare. I hope again. Can be improved when the money is changed.
to sum up:
As one of the main vehicles of Cadillac in China, the overall practical performance of XTS is not inferior to that of competing models, and even the performance in some test sessions exceeds our expectations, while the navigation system is simple and easy to operate. The 4S shop inquiry and the escape handle design of the trunk reflect the uniqueness of the American brand. Of course, XTS still has some improvements in terms of details. While the touch panel demonstrates the sense of technology, if you can reduce the chance of misoperation and increase the external switch of the trunk, it may further enhance the consumer's good XTS. Sensitivity.
(Editor: He Yihua HN110)
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