The Binrui COOL is a sporty sedan labeled a "
New Car" with an 8-second 0-100 km/h acceleration time, and a representative work of Geely's strategy of combining a fastback design with 181 horsepower in the 70,000 yuan price range. The sky-blue paint gleams with metallic particles under streetlights, and the vertical grille and angular headlights form an "X" shaped front end, making it more spirited than a used Civic and more agile than a boxy
commercial vehicle. It can easily make a U-turn in an underground parking garage.
The interior features a striking orange and black color scheme with brushed metal accents, creating a sporty atmosphere. A dual-screen setup consists of a 12.3-inch central control screen and a 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster. Galaxy OS supports voice control, a transparent chassis view, and a 540° panoramic view, allowing for one-word control of navigation, music, and the sunroof. The front seats are power-adjustable and heated, while the rear seatbacks are adjustable and can be folded down in a 4/6 split. The trunk has sufficient standard capacity, with a depth of 1.8 meters when folded down, allowing for the flat placement of skis and carry-on suitcases. The space is more organized than other new energy SUVs in the same price range, and the battery doesn't encroach on the floor.
The 1.5T four-cylinder direct-injection engine outputs 133 kW/290 N·m, paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, achieving 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds, giving it a commanding presence at green lights. With a WLTC fuel consumption of 5.9 L/100 km, it only requires 92-octane gasoline. Highway cruising maintains lower revs than the older turbocharged model, resulting in a quiet cabin that might make the passenger wonder if they've mistakenly boarded an electric vehicle. The front MacPherson strut and rear torsion beam suspension are tuned for a firmer ride, quickly recovering from speed bumps. On mountain roads, the car maintains a tight, responsive feel during cornering, offering a more mechanical thrill than pure electric
new energy vehicles and a more exhilarating push-back experience than traditional naturally aspirated engines.
The annual maintenance cost is approximately 12,000 yuan, less hassle than an older turbocharged
Used Car and half the cost of similarly sized new energy vehicles. For those seeking a daily driver that doesn't require charging, delivers exhilarating acceleration, and boasts superior features, this car uses the simple logic of a gasoline car to subtly deliver a performance bonus, making it a "young person's first sports sedan."