In the Exeed LX lineup, versions with all the leading ones appeared. And they differ from front-wheel drive cars not only in the transmission.
More dynamic acceleration
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Along with all-wheel drive, the Exeed LX also has a new engine. This is a 1.6 liter turbo engine. The same unit that is placed on the older TXL model.
Only engine power was reduced from 186 to 150 hp due to taxes. That’s just three horses more than the base engine found in the front-wheel-drive LX. But the torque of 275 Nm remained the same.
Together with a more powerful engine, it is no longer a variator that works, but a seven-speed robot. It changes gears faster, so the all-wheel drive LX is noticeably more dynamic.
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Better patency
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All-wheel drive is the same design as the TXL model. The rear axle is connected by an electromagnetic clutch with a speed of 0.07 seconds. Therefore, the moment of connection is practically not felt.
The clutch transmits traction smartly and competently. But even from the all-wheel drive LX you should not expect miracles on the roads.
For more confident driving on bad roads, there are several special modes of operation of the engine and transmission, but it’s better not to get into real dirt – first of all, because of the mediocre geometric cross-country ability.
It’s not just about a small clearance – under the protection of only 18 cm. At the lowest point of the front bumper is a radar of electronic assistants. And it is him on the off-road that you are afraid to damage first.
Turbo engine 1.6 with 150 hp added agility to the compact crossover.Turbo engine 1.6 with 150 hp added agility to the compact crossover.
In addition to all-wheel drive, a range of driving modes appeared, including “deep snow” and “soil”.In addition to all-wheel drive, a range of driving modes appeared, including “deep snow” and “soil”.
Clearer controllability
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The front-wheel drive LX is not ideal on flat surfaces. On the move, this compact crossover feels big and unwieldy. When overspeeding, the Exeed LX begins to slide out of the corner. It is felt that the front axle is heavily overloaded.
Four-wheel drive has transformed the LX beyond recognition! More precisely, a different distribution of mass along the axes played a role. The rear wheels were reloaded, and the Exeed LX drove very differently. It is pleasantly screwed into the turn, clearly responds to the driver’s commands.
In general, it behaves as a premium crossover should behave.
With all-wheel drive, which has changed the weight distribution, Exeed LX is now a pleasant surprise on a twisty and slippery road.With all-wheel drive, which has changed the weight distribution, Exeed LX is now a pleasant surprise on a twisty and slippery road.
How much it costs?
Unfortunately, you have to pay for any advantages. Exeed LX AWD is available in only one, the most expensive version of Prestige Plus. And it costs as much as 3,750,000 rubles!
And this is 300 thousand more expensive than a front-wheel drive car in a similar configuration. Expensive!
Although if you look – the additive for all-wheel drive is a little more than 10%. And in relative terms, it’s quite normal. In addition, this is an overpayment for the possibility of more comfortable movement not only off-road, but also on asphalt.
