Crossover Haval F7 compared with VW Tiguan and Kia Sportage

Summing up the results of 2021, we can safely admit that the Chinese crossover Haval F7 has every chance to lead the rating in its class. The car has an attractive price, is not deprived of design and has excellent driving characteristics.

 

Crossover Haval F7 – features and comparisons

 

Someone will say that the “Chinese” cannot be compared with such legends as VW Tiguan or Kia Sportage. Until now, there is an opinion that Chinese cars are representatives of the budget segment. But the 5-year practice of car owners gives different answers. At least the manufacturer Haval makes decent cars.

The main indicator is equipment. If competitors try to limit technological support to reduce prices, then Haval shows itself very correctly here. Take at least 2-zone climate control, motion assistant and full electric control in the cabin. Not to mention multimedia. The stuffing will be envied even by Audi of the middle price segment.

Excellent suspension will bring joy to the owner who prefers off-road driving. It cannot be said that the Haval F7 is ideally quiet. But much better than many SUVs. Judging by the reviews of the owners, driving is unimportant. There are questions to the electronics of the steering system, there are delays. The problem is hidden in the lack of feedback, which affects the convenience of driving for beginners.

Another point is fuel consumption. On the highway up to 9 liters per hundred, in the city - 12-14 liters of fuel. It is clear that this is a four-wheel drive and an indulgence is needed. But for a 2-liter engine with a turbine and a capacity of 190 l / s, it’s somehow a bit too much. Take the Subaru Outback for comparison. With the same characteristics, the consumption is 10% less.