Geely’s new C-segment sedan, the Bin Rui, was
partially unveiled just a week ago, but additional details and photos have
proven to be elusive, and it still is. Though it looks like a shrunken down
version of Geely’s flagship Bo Rui sedan, the Bin Rui gets a more modest
footprint, with an overall length of 4,680 mm and 2,670 mm wheelbase.
For
engines, it will get two turbo petrol engines, starting with a 1.0 litre
direct-injected three-cylinder that produces 134 hp and 180 Nm of torque from
2,000 to 3,000 rpm, and a 1.4 litre petrol making 131 hp and 215 Nm of torque
from 2,000 to 4,000 rpm. Average fuel consumption is rated at 4.9 litres per
100 km for the smaller engine, and 5.7 litres per 100 km for the latter.
A new lucky draw microsite has revealed
never-before-seen images of the sedan, particularly the rear section and the
cabin. At the back, the Bin Rui echoes the Bo Rui’s rump with the LED tail
lights, chrome tailgate and hexagonal exhaust tips. The roofline takes on a
fastback-style design, giving it a nice profile overall, but the proportions
seem a tad awkward when viewed from higher up.
Inside, the cabin is simple
and contemporary, starting with the three-spoke leather-wrapped
multifunction steering wheel, digital instrument cluster, push-start button and
a widescreen 10.25-inch infotainment display. This supports smartphone pairing
functionalities and allows 4G Wi-Fi compatibility, GPS navigation, voice
recognition and rear view camera.
Below that are buttons and dials for the dual-zone
climate control, a leather gear stick, cubby holes and leather centre armrest.
Things are certainly not as posh and elegant as the Bo Rui, but the
clutter-free cabin may tickle your fancy.
For safety, the Bin Rui gets a host of driver assist
features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking with
Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist System, Lane Departure Assist,
Intelligent Guiding System (semi-autonomous system) and auto high/low beam.
