Considering my wife’s return to work 9 months after giving birth and the future trips to our hometown with our baby, we put purchasing a new car on the agenda in May this year, with extended mileage as an optional condition. We spent about two months researching, test driving, comparing prices, and rating based on our own standards (we looked at Neuvoo, LI, Zeekr, Voyah, Lynk&Co, AITO and even Avita and Zhiyi at the time. Unfortunately, the Hangzhou West Expo has been postponed all the time 😂), and finally Voyah won the comprehensive rating. We completed the deposit in July and picked up the car in mid to late July. We have been driving for about a month and a half, with around 1500km. Based on our driving experience, I will objectively evaluate what I see as the Voyah.
Exterior: This is more subjective. My wife and I both feel the front is more majestic, the door handles are hidden, and the taillights have a texture of wheat ears. The shape of the headlights is also good, and the lines at the back are relatively elegant. Overall, it’s not bad. 😋
Interior materials: The triple screens are indeed good, and can take into account the feelings of the co-driver. We initially wanted to choose beige, but considering that we have a Corgi at home and the salesperson’s suggestion of using dark colors for the driver’s seat to avoid long-term creases (here, it is suggested that Voyah adjust the seating angle slightly to avoid this 😳), we finally chose the darker color. It’s not pure black, but rather a deep blue color for the seat, which, along with the adjustable ambient lights, makes the overall interior color scheme pretty good. The material is suitable for babies’ delicate skin. I also used a relatively reliable qualitative method to measure formaldehyde several times, and the value was ok. This is quite friendly for our almost 6-month-old daughter at home. Of course, we still need to ventilate the car more and buying charcoal with high iodine value is also a good choice. 😏Configuration: When inspecting the car, I carefully observed the chassis, using a flashlight to check every part. There was no problem and the materials used were very genuine. The chassis is comparable to the flagship SUVs of some bba brands. In addition, the air suspension and more stable double wishbone suspension make the car perform smoothly when driving over bumps. The L2-level assisted driving function is decent and sufficient for use but I haven’t used it much. Personally, I think the automatic parking function is outstanding compared to other new energy cars, with a relatively high overall success rate (I suggest developing a mobile parking function in the future). The night vision mode is really a highlight, which is not a common feature in many other domestic cars. This precisely reflects the safety attributes pursued by the car, and it is very helpful for areas with poor lighting conditions (such as those with limited summer electricity). I have equipped my car with 20-inch wheels, the high-end Pirelli P Zero series which costs over 1,000 yuan each. Overall, it can be seen that the car is quite reliable and well-made. 
Space: When purchasing the car, I specifically considered the space of the trunk. Since I just had a baby and didn’t plan to have another one soon, I felt that a 5-seater SUV would be sufficient. As a 5-seater SUV, the space is already quite adequate. Child car seats that are suitable for children from 0 to 7 years old can be easily installed, and seat interfaces are now standard equipment. 
Battery performance: Objectively, the extended range of the ORA R1 does not have outstanding mileage data compared to other similar cars, and it ranks in the middle among them. At that time, I also looked at the relevant testing data from various platforms. However, having the ability to run on an extended range when necessary, without having to rush to the gas station, is still important, and the fact that the ORA R1 runs on 92 gasoline is also more affordable. I heard that in the future, after the car’s machine chip 8155 and the system are updated via OTA, the calculation of the electricity usage will be re-calculated, resulting in a slight upgrade in mileage. Based on my experience of using it this summer, the energy consumption was around 20 kw/100 km in hybrid mode, and the full electric range was about 120-130 kilometers. The estimate for the extended range of gasoline is around 500-600 kilometers, depending on the usage environment and road condition. I heard that the ORA R1 will launch a super-long endurance version in mid-September. You can pay attention to it. If this performance is optimized, it will be even more perfect. 
## Car audio system
From the perspective of the delivered standard audio system, it is indeed the weakest part of the made in 8155 car; however, it is still acceptable for me. Firstly, the voice recognition function is responsive enough, although sometimes it misunderstands what you said. Secondly, the performance has been improved by the latest OTA (Over-The-Air) update. Moreover, it is worth to mention that the upgrade plan in exchange for bonus points is available now, even though there is a waiting list. The good news is that the lifetime data usage is free of charge, which is very humanised given that no internet connectivity makes our life miserable.
Driving experience
Generally, it is a very comfortable driving experience. Firstly, the massage function is an excellent relaxation tool for the hard-working people. Secondly, the air suspension brings a smooth riding experience without jerks when accelerating or braking. Finally, the acceleration over one hundred metres is fantastic, but not frequently used in a city environment.
Accessories
There is an abundant selection of accessories available in LanTu Mall. They have fully considered our needs, and the approval on Taobao also proves that the acceptability of this car is increasing. I often meet my fellow car enthusiasts on the road. Some of the useful and well-made accessories that I have available are the Karaoke King transformer, in-car air purifier, 3.6 kW charging gun, and the foldable storage basket.
Overall
LanTu is indeed an excellent car, but the weak points are the audio system and the associated software, as well as the battery life that can be improved. Furthermore, the size of the TF (TransFlash) card for the driving recorder can be enlarged. Nevertheless, if these issues are optimised and polished, this car would be perfect!👍👌
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