The Geely EC7 series, which has just been launched, is a new family model under Geely's new sub-brand, Dihao, with two displacements: 1.5L and 1.8L. The EC7 series attracted the attention of consumers as soon as it was launched. What is the performance of this more family-oriented two-seater? Let's take a look at the following.
1 Appearance
The Geely EC7 series has the same atmospheric front design as the trim level, which gives it a grand quality. The workmanship and seams reflect the refined side of the independent mid-range car, indicating its overall quality.
Moving to the rear, the same even seams can be seen around the taillights, which continue the European feel of the car, with only the seam in the part that meets the tailgate being more obvious, proving the rigorous workmanship of the whole car. The three-dimensional design of the taillights provides a better visual effect at night
To ensure good driving visibility, the front of the car is fitted with larger boneless wipers. The standard rear window wipers have a protective casing but still use the old skeleton wipers, with high brake lights hiding the sprayers on one side.
The wheels are partially covered by large alloy wheels for heat dissipation. All-weather tyres are fitted to provide better response on city roads, with a 215/55 R16 tyre size.
Opening the bonnet of the new EC7 model range reveals a neatly laid out interior with a large area of acoustic foam covering almost the entire interior of the front cover. Inside the cabin and at the rear of the engine there are many fireproofing materials to ensure the safety of the interior. The use of a large number of plastic materials effectively reduces the weight of the front of the vehicle, but I personally believe that the chassis guard should not be omitted.
The trunk is simple to open and opens smoothly with the push of a switch, depending on the strength of the hydraulic support lever. A closer look shows that there is a uniform joint between the glass of the tailgate and the door frame, and a rubber seal would help to reduce noise inside the car.
2. Door section
The doors open easily, and the angle of opening makes it easy for the driver to get in and out. The door opens smoothly by pulling the chrome-plated lever and there is no noise throughout the process.
Thick rubber sealing strips are visible on the door edges, improving the barrier effect in rain and snow. The lower front and rear door frames have welcome pedals to protect the paintwork at the door frame.
The inner door handles are well made and can be opened with a simple finger pull, but the plastic material does not feel secure and could be improved. There are many seams around the handles but they are evenly joined and there is no obvious roughness.
The front door upholstery is mainly a combination of plastic and breathable leather, which is less supple, but more storage space is evident. The elbows are not wrapped in leather and are generally comfortable, but there are large storage compartments on the inside of all the doors.
The keys in the driver's seat feel clearer and the design of the keys is so large that they cannot be touched by mistake, but the only shortcoming is that the diagrams or function descriptions are too simple. The front door is specially designed with a drinks slot for the convenience of the front occupants.
3.Centre console
The simple design of the dashboard and the modest centre panel are very much in the style of European models. The upper part of the dashboard is made of a material that effectively avoids the reflection of strong light, so that information about the vehicle can be observed quite clearly when driving.
The steering wheel's control paddles on both sides are well moulded and have a fine feel to them. Other functions are designed under the left side of the dashboard.
The glove box is not very spacious, but the space is well designed and convenient for small items, and the drop damping design is very tactile. The entire dashboard is made of plastic, and the seemingly hard surface is actually quite soft.
The multi-functional centre console has a holistic design, with clear partitions and a textured metal-like surface that feels good to the touch. The buttons have a general feel, but the knobs are precisely positioned and easy to operate.
4. Driver's function area
The steering wheel is wrapped in high-grade leather and incorporates a variety of control functions. The steering wheel is wrapped in high-grade leather and incorporates a wide range of controls. The details of the steering wheel are highly detailed and enhance the driving pleasure and the sense of control.
The gearshift is short and the gearhead is made of plastic, which is not easy to grip and requires care if sweaty hands tend to slip. The knob at the rear is reserved for additional functions that may be added in the future.
The handbrake is more traditional in design, with a plastic surface and a non-slip texture, but it does not feel as comfortable as the leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The traditional rotary keyhole design features the popular folding car key. The keyhole is surrounded by an illuminated ring to indicate that no misuse will occur. The seams between the keyhole as a whole and the surrounding parts are uneven and even a little rough feeling.
5. Front and rear seats
The front driver's seat can be adjusted electronically, highlighting the quality of the whole car. The adjustment buttons are easy to use, well designed and positioned for easy operation. The passenger seat remains the traditional manually adjustable design.
The front and rear seats are wrapped in leather, which makes the ride a pleasure with its good wrapping and softness, and the breathability of the leather adds to the comfort of the ride.
The three headrests in the rear seats are height adjustable and removable, and can be released with one hand, making them very convenient. A concealed centre armrest and cup holders are also available depending on the needs of the occupants.
The rear seats can also be lowered in a full row or in a 4/6 ratio to increase the storage space inside the car.
Overall, the EC7 has not only its own characteristics in terms of appearance and design, but also in terms of power to meet the needs of consumers. As a brand new model built by a major independent manufacturer, I believe that there are still more details to be discovered by consumers. If you would like to know more about the car after the introduction of this article, please contact us for more details and test drives.