The Geely MK Cross is an off-road version of the hatchback. The Chinese creators have stylized the car as a “crossover” as much as possible. The sporty appearance with elements of aggressiveness and the filling of the car were developed on the basis of the Geely MK-2 car. The company's specialists call the car an excellent option for trips around the bustling city and weekly trips to calm nature.
And although Geely MK Cross has a lot in common with its predecessor, the difference both in the exterior of the car and in the interior is visible to the naked eye. The main features that distinguish the Gili MK Cross from its predecessor are the ground clearance increased to 17.5 centimeters, new bumpers, stylish black rims (with their help, the creators show the "swiftness and strength" of the car), plastic protective linings, roof rails and additional moldings. These innovations give the Geely MK Cross hatchback an aggressive look.
There have also been some changes in the interior of the car. There are more of them than in the appearance of the car. Its design emphasizes to some extent the sporty style of the car. Immediately striking are the numerous red inserts in the door trim, steering wheel, seats, gear lever. Steel pads appeared on the pedals. This car has a completely different display. Now, instead of the usual dial gauges, there is a digital speedometer and tachometer, which are red. The center gauges are tilted at the same angle to the driver as the MK-2. The Geely MK Cross has larger wheels than its predecessor. Basically, the rest is from the tried and true MK-2.
Experts say that due to the increased ground clearance, it is quite comfortable to move on our imperfect city roads by car.
Talking about the technical characteristics of the Geely MK Cross ... The car is 402 cm long, 169.2 cm wide and 144.5 cm high.
The car has a front-wheel drive. Under the hood, like its predecessor, the MK Cross has a petrol engine, 4-cylinder, 1.5-liter. Its maximum power is 94 hp. with. at 6 thousand revolutions per minute. A 5-speed gearbox (mechanical) paired with such a motor allows the driver to pick up a speed of 165 km / h. The engine has 16 valves. Torque (maximum) - 128 Nm at 3400 rpm. An agile driver can accelerate this hatchback to 100 km / h in 17 seconds.
The creators of the car say that 5 liters of good gasoline is enough to cover a distance of 100 kilometers at a speed of about 60 km / h. At a speed that is near the 90 km / h mark, the MK Cross consumes 6.5 liters. The volume of the tank (fuel) is 45 liters.
The curb weight of the car is about 1160 kilograms, while the total weight is somewhere more by 300 kilograms. The car's steering is rack and pinion with hydraulic booster. You can stop the machine using front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
In the domestic market, Geely MK Cross will be presented with such equipment levels as Luxury and Comfort. More expensive equipment of this car will be equipped with: two airbags, air conditioning, ABS system, MP3 audio system, nice fog lights, add. electrical accessories. The Luxury has an electric sunroof and leather upholstery to give the interior a more serious look.
By the way, this hatchback appeared in the city of Luhao, which is located near Shanghai. This is where the Geely Corporation plant is located. They have been producing the car in China since last year. In our country, the car has been assembled since 2011 in Cherkessk.
The price of Geely MK Cross on the Russian market is about 350-370 thousand rubles - this is the Comfort package. Geely MK Cross Luxury can be bought at a price of ~ 20 thousand rubles higher. By the way, at home this car costs about $ 8 thousand.
Experts point out that this car now has few competitors, the prices of which do not differ much from the cost of the MK Cross. In this class, other players are much more expensive. “Pseudo-crossovers” are now popular with Russian buyers, experts suggest, and Geely MK Cross, which has a good combination of price and consumer qualities, will not be an exception.
Updated Geely MK Cross 2016-2017 - photo, price and configuration, technical characteristics of Geely MK Cross, who survived the planned restyling of a budget Chinese pseudo-crossover. The automobile company Geely Automobile on June 6, 2016 announced the release of an upgraded version of the Geely MK Cross model (known as Geely King Kong Cross in China) to the Chinese market. The Chinese budget pseudo-crossover, which is essentially a hatchback with a solid 175 mm ground clearance, has been updated in the style of its soplatform brother, having received a new front end of the body and a modern interior. Price Geely MK Cross 2016-2017 model year in China, depending on the level of equipment, ranges from 51,900 yuan to 65,900 yuan for a car with a powerful 102-horsepower engine (500-635 thousand rubles). Will the updated Geely MK Cross appear in Russia ... perhaps, but provided that the engine of the new product meets the Euro-5 standards, which the Chinese side promises in advance.
Changes in the appearance of the updated Geely MK Cross hatchback are made in full accordance with the body design of the restyled version of the Geely GS6 sedan. In the presence of new headlights with modern filling (lens optics, LED direction indicators), a nicely strict false radiator grille, a solid and charismatic bumper with original LED daytime running lights corners and an expressive air intake, stylishly emphasized by an elegant chrome insert.
Also noteworthy are the new rear-view mirror housings with LED turn signal repeaters, more massive roof rails than their predecessor, and barely perceptibly changed shades of the parking lamps, which received LED filling, as well as a revised bumper shape.
- The external dimensions of the body of the updated Geely MK Cross 2016-2017 are 4015 mm long, 1692 mm wide, 1465 mm high, with a 2502 mm wheelbase and 175 mm ground clearance (at full load, the ground clearance is 158 mm).
- The front wheel track is 1450 mm, the rear wheel track is 1445 mm.
- Depending on the trim level, the Chinese hatchback offers 185/60 R15 or 195/55 R16 tires on 15-inch steel and light-alloy wheels, as well as 16-inch light alloy wheels.
In the interior of the updated Geely MK Cross, completely new and, of course, more modern multifunctional steering wheel, a perfectly readable instrument panel in a traditional place, a solid and massive front panel and a center console with the latest multimedia system (8-inch color touch screen) and a convenient unit are installed air conditioning control with monochrome display. The driver's and front passenger's seats have got a more correct anatomical backrest, expressive lateral support rollers and longer cushions.
Three passengers in the second row are provided with more comfortable and comfortable seats with dense cushion padding and three new height-adjustable head restraints. The volume of the luggage compartment with the standard position of the solid backrest of the rear row is 468 liters, but only a stowaway is located underground.
The most saturated configurations restyled version of Geely MK Cross will delight owners of ABS and EBD, a pair of front airbags, ISOFIX mounts for child seats, central locking with remote control and factory anti-theft system, an electric sunroof, R16 alloy wheels with an original design, a multifunctional steering wheel with leather trim, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, a modern multimedia system with a color 8-inch touchscreen (phone, navigator, smartphone connectivity), power windows for all doors, electric and heated rear-view mirrors and air conditioning.
Specifications Geely MK Cross 2016-2017.
Under the hood of the updated hatchback, an uncontested gasoline atmospheric four-cylinder 1.5-liter engine (model JLB-4G15) with a capacity of 102 hp and a torque of 141 Nm is now installed (a less powerful 94-horsepower engine is not offered). According to the manufacturer's information, the engine meets the European standards Euro5 in terms of emissions into the atmosphere. For the motor, a choice of 5 manual transmissions and 4 automatic transmissions are offered, by default drive to the front wheels, ventilated disc brakes on the front axle, disc brakes on the rear axle, hydraulic power steering, independent front suspension with McPherson struts, and the rear semi-independent with a torsion beam.
Is the Geely MK Cross a crossover? No, this is an ordinary hatchback, which was dressed up in an off-road outfit, well, or as it is customary to call such models - a pseudo-crossover. The new 2013 Geely MK Cross is based on the Geely MK-2 and demonstrates how a car with a mediocre appearance, but increased ground clearance and a crossover body kit, can become a hit. At least at home in China, although in Russia too. In our article we will try to outline the main problems of operation and the strengths of the compact car Geely MK Cross. Configuration and price of 2013, technical characteristics and test drive, photo and video materials - all this will also traditionally be covered in the review.
On the Russian market, the Geely MK Cross hatchback can be bought in two trim levels- Comfort and Luxury. Price the initial configuration of Geely MK Cross in 2013 was estimated at 389 thousand rubles, and has in its arsenal an ABS system, four power windows, two front airbags, power steering, air conditioning, an electronic instrument panel, an audio system with six speakers, a steering wheel and a handbrake, two-tone leather upholstery, front fog lamps, heated and anti-reflective power mirrors.
The cost of the Luxury configuration is 419 thousand rubles, and in addition to all of the above, it is supplemented with leather upholstery (imitation leather), as well as an electric sunroof.
In terms of appearance, Gilly MK Cross is distinguished not only by its attractive appearance, but also by its original distinctive body design. When creating the model, Chinese engineers used the technical documentation of the Japanese version of the first generation Toyota Vios, but the exterior design of the compact from China is original. The car from the designers from the Middle Kingdom turned out to be pretty, which is confirmed by the numerous reviews of the owners of Geely MK Cross, who speak warmly about the appearance of their car.
With a modest and not flashy appearance with straight body lines, flat side surfaces and straightforward forms, the car does not claim to win the design competition, but it looks solid, collected and interesting. Add to the classic look the off-road suit, which consists of unpainted plastic around the body, roof rails and dark 16-inch wheels wrapped in 195/55 R16 tires. All this really distinguishes the Cross from the bulk of Chinese cars, which cannot boast of a competent combination of such qualities as originality and simplicity of forms.
- As for the dimensions, the hatchback length is 4020 mm, width - 1692 mm, height - 1445 mm with a wheelbase of 2502 mm and 175 mm of ground clearance (clearance).
- At the customer's choice, the Geely MK Cross body can be painted in one of six color options: black, white, orange, red, gray and silver.
Salon Geely MK Cross, in contrast to the exterior, cannot be called stylish and modern. Yes, this is not surprising, because the architecture of the front panel with instruments in the center went to the Cross from the same Toyota Vios. Such an arrangement of devices requires skill and getting used to from the driver; at first, while driving a car, some uncertainty is felt. However, the readings are easy and clear under any conditions, the backlight is soft and unobtrusive. Below is a radio tape recorder that supports MP3, and then the climate control system. In general, everything is logical, in its place, getting into the salon, you adapt in it instantly, and over time you get used to the devices in the center of the dashboard.
The interior of Geely Mk Kros is made in a two-tone version - black and red, the colors are harmoniously combined with each other. The internal assembly of the car cannot be called ideal: gaps between the parts are present, after a while, creaks appear. Anyway, the quality of plastic leaves much to be desired: it is cheap, tough and sonorous. But in principle, this is forgivable, because the car itself is not expensive.
There is enough space inside, but with a stretch, especially in the second row. The front seats will comfortably accommodate even tall riders. The only inconvenience is that the lateral support of the seats is poorly developed, but this is common on budget cars. In the back seat, not everything is so good - there is noticeably less space than for the driver and front passenger. It is interesting that there is enough legroom even for people over 185 cm tall, but the ceiling will rest on the tops of even not tall passengers. The reason lies in the high-mounted cushion of the rear seats, you sit as if on a chair with your legs dangling, while constantly monitoring the position of your head so as not to rest against the roof.
There are also pluses, it is very convenient to get in and out of the car in the rear seats, but only two people will be able to accommodate more or less comfortably, the third is clearly superfluous.
Trunk Geely MK Cross boasts 450 liters of volume (including the underground) - and this figure is impressive for a compact hatchback body with a length of 4 meters. The volume of the luggage compartment is enough both for shopping trips and for outings in nature, where you often have to take a variety of equipment with you. If necessary, the volume of the cargo compartment can be significantly increased by folding the rear seat backrest. What is pleasant is that a completely flat cargo area is formed. The shape of the trunk may not be ideal (the wheel arches protrude), but it is comfortable, thanks to which its volume can be used to the fullest extent. There is a place under the floor for a full-size spare wheel, which sometimes you will not find on more expensive cars.
Specifications Geely MK Cross of 2013: a 16-valve four-cylinder petrol engine with a volume of 1.5 liters is working under the hood of the car, it produces 94 hp of power, and the maximum torque of 128 Nm is achieved already at 3400 rpm.
Combines the engine with a five-speed manual transmission. Despite the fact that the curb weight of the car is 1161 kilograms, you should not expect outstanding dynamics from the Chinese: acceleration to a hundred according to factory data takes 11.6 seconds (actually at least 13-14 seconds), the maximum speed is 160-165 km / h. In general, the conclusion suggests itself that Cross would not hurt a more serious power unit.
But the appetite of Geely MK Cross will delight the owners: per 100 km of run in the combined cycle, fuel consumption is 6.8 liters, in the city this figure is 7.8 l / 100 km, and on the highway - 6.3 l / 100.
Test Drive... The Chinese pseudo-crossover has an independent McPherson-type suspension in front and a semi-independent suspension with a torsion bar at the rear. The car is endowed with good smoothness, which makes the ride comfortable even on poor road surfaces. Some road irregularities sometimes slip through, but in general, the suspension copes with its work confidently. It is worth noting that MK Cross feels good on Russian roads, of which not every one has a good surface. The car is positioned as a hatchback for outdoor activities, therefore, of course, it is designed for outings and trips to nature. A solid ground clearance of 175 mm will not be superfluous here. Thanks to this, the Cross overcomes light off-road terrain effortlessly, even in spite of front-wheel drive. Although you shouldn't get too carried away, the car's capabilities are still limited, and the front-wheel drive, as you know, saves on the off-road.
Also, do not forget that this is not a crossover, but rather an off-road hatchback. At medium speeds, the Kros behaves stably, it is controlled predictably, it holds the road confidently, although it clearly does not want to dash on it: when cornering at high speeds, body roll is observed.
Tuning Geely MK Cross. The Chinese pseudo-crossover Geely MK Cross is the car that is great for everyday urban use, for outdoor activities. Although the engine power is sometimes completely lacking, it can be solved, the blessing of "Kulibins" in our time is full. In general, there are very few people who want to make a sports car out of a car like the MK Cross, but some even go as far as tuning the engine such as installing a turbocharger. Thanks to this, the power potential of the motor increases markedly, but at high speeds the hatchback does not behave confidently - the aerodynamics and suspension characteristics are clearly not designed for high dynamic and high-speed performance.
There are also many options to perform external tuning and modify the exterior of the Chinese car. For example, install any original body kit, additional equipment (winches, roof racks, etc.), or cover the body with vinyl film. The tuning of the MK Cross salon consists in the installation of more advanced music, leather trimming of those elements that were not originally sheathed with it, a variety of decorative overlays and inserts. In general, a standard set.
Russian consumers are of the opinion that Chinese cars are consumer goods. You can't say the same about the Geely MK Cross, although in some ways it could be better. The body of the car does not differ in anti-corrosion resistance, the quality of the metal used for the production of body parts leaves much to be desired.
Of the main disadvantages when operating Geely MK Cross, it is worth highlighting:
- weak front struts (it is better to replace them immediately after purchasing the car);
- modest dynamic and speed characteristics;
- insufficient noise and sound insulation of the engine compartment and passenger compartment;
- low-quality rubber door seals (when closing the door, force must be applied);
- problems due to poor metal quality and insufficient anti-corrosion treatment of the body.
On the side of the compact hatchback Geely MK Cross - an affordable price with a fairly good basic configuration, a large trunk by the standards of the class, good looks and a small number of competitors, of which only yes.
This modification was created on the basis of the MK sedan, which has been serially produced since 2006. The "Cross" version was first presented in 2010. The car was produced for four years (by the way, this car was produced in the city of Luchao, not far from Shanghai). During this period, the car has gained great popularity in Russia. What are the features of the Geely MK Cross car? For owner reviews, a review and much more, see later in our article.
Design
First of all, the car differs from the sedan in its high seating position. The car has acquired a more off-road look. In fact, this is a cross-country hatchback. Geely MK Cross is also distinguished by its bright orange color. But there are versions with other shades. When it comes to design in general, the car doesn't differ much from the sedan. Here is the same grille, bumper and headlights.
The latter, by the way, begin to grow cloudy after 50 thousand kilometers - note the reviews of the owners. Geely MK Cross is equipped exclusively with plastic headlights. Their quality is not the best, so there is only one way out - regular surface polishing. But the taillights do not grow cloudy or sweat. They shine well, but there are not enough LED strips. The paint on the body is kept well, but in the event of an accident, rust immediately begins to grow.
Dimensions, clearance
As noted by the reviews of the owners, "Geely MK Cross" is the most compact car in its class, which would have such a high ground clearance (17.5 centimeters). This is quite enough for driving on a dirt road and snow-covered Russian roads.
The overhangs at the front and rear are very compact and are located high - the machine does not cling to the curb and easily climbs obstacles. If we talk about the dimensions of the body, the length of the car is 4 meters, width - 1.7, height - 1.45 meters. With such dimensions, it is easy to maneuver in narrow streets.
Salon
There are no additional handles in the body pillars, and they are not needed here - the fit is quite comfortable. However, at first, the doors on the "Chinese" were opening tightly - they note the reviews of the owners. With Geely MK Cross, this problem disappeared over time (tantamount to a pungent smell in the cabin). All owners of the Geely MK Cross car had to put up with these shortcomings. Noise isolation is surprisingly good. As noted by the reviews, the plastic in the cabin does not creak even after a while.
As for the interior design itself, it is rather strange. With the help of red inserts, the manufacturer decided to "sport" the car. But the architecture of the torpedo and all other details remained the same. The instrument panel is in the center. Remarkably, its screen is turned towards the driver. But, as noted by the reviews of the owners, "Geely MK Cross" has a non-informative instrument panel. And it glares on a bright day.
Specifications
The car is equipped with a single engine. This is a four-cylinder in-line atmospheric engine with a volume of one and a half liters. The maximum power of the vehicle is 94 hp. The torque is 128 Nm. Among the shortcomings, reviews of the owners note the weak traction of the motor. In order to realize full power, you have to turn the engine up to six thousand revolutions.
This unit is completed with an uncontested five-speed manual transmission. As noted by car owners, over time, the first and second gear may disappear. The reason for this is the lock washer, which pops out from the rod.
Dynamics, consumption
You will have to forget about dynamic driving in this car - the owners note. Acceleration to 100 takes about 15 seconds. The car is quite heavy - with such dimensions, it weighs as much as 1160 kilograms. But the fuel consumption pleases: only seven liters per hundred kilometers in mixed mode. The peak speed is 165 kilometers per hour. But after a hundred, the car behaves very sluggishly.
Price
The last copy rolled off the assembly line in 2014. Therefore, it will not be possible to find a completely new Geely MK Cross. These machines are only available in the aftermarket. Their cost is 200-300 thousand rubles.
If you really want a new "Geely MK Cross", you can take a "three-year" car with less than thirty thousand mileage for 350,000 rubles. What pleases me is the good level of equipment. In rich trim levels (of which there are many in the secondary market), the following are available:
- Two airbags.
- Air conditioning.
- Radio tape recorder.
- Electrically operated sunroof.
- Leatherette interior.
- Electric windows for all doors.
The manufacturer at Geely MK Cross gave a three-year warranty. However, now all models have long since fallen off the warranty. As noted by the reviews, the dealer put up an incredible price tag for MOT. The cost of replacing oil and filters is about eight thousand rubles. Many refused warranty service at the stage of purchase. After all, it was provided only in the case of a modern technical inspection by a dealer. As for spare parts, you can find them in any car market. Yes, it will be a little more difficult with "Geely" than with "Lada Priora" or other "our car". But there is no shortage of spare parts for MK Cross - that's what the reviews say.
Suspension
The chassis is completely copied from the sedan "Geely MK". So, in front there is an independent suspension with A-arms and MacPherson struts. At the back there is a beam on coil springs and hydraulic shock absorbers. How long does the "Chinese" suspension take care of on our roads? This question is asked by many motorists. Owner reviews say that it does not cause problems up to a mileage of 80 thousand kilometers. Further, you may need to replace shock absorbers, front silent blocks, ball joints and stabilizer struts. But there is a big plus for this crossover - high maintainability. Spare parts are at the level of Russian VAZs. And you can replace something yourself. The suspension is very simple. By the way, the complete rear beam can be bought for three thousand rubles.
How does this car behave on the road? The hatchback enters the corners normally. Moves confidently along the highway. But after 130 kilometers per hour, the car begins to "catch a rut" - this is noted in the reviews by the owners. The most comfortable speed for her is 90 kilometers per hour. The suspension has a long travel. But on strong pits it breaks through, and you can hear it in the cabin. Although this is an off-road version, you should be careful on bumps.
Conclusion
So, we found out what the Geely MK Cross has characteristics, design and reviews. Do not expect anything special from this car. This car was originally aimed at the budget segment. Before inflation, the price of the new Geely MK Cross was about 300 thousand rubles. It was the second most affordable car after the Grants. Now on Geely MK Cross the price has dropped slightly. Many people prefer to take this "Chinese" as an alternative to "Kalina" (which is also available in the "Cross" version). As noted by the reviews, in terms of reliability, these are two identical cars. And the cost of maintenance is about the same.
MK Cross is made from Toyota Vios, the Japanese version of Yaris. The center-mounted interior and powertrain also mirrors Toyota.
One of the closest "ideological" competitors of "Cross" - Sandero Stepway, the same fake body kit, roof rails, increased ground clearance, etc. True, if Stepway's arches are closed with matte plastic, then there is easily scratched chrome on flimsy fasteners, the ground clearance of our car is 175 mm. Nevertheless, the MK Cross's exterior design is quite successful, without controversial details. The same cannot be said about the interior decoration. The price of the car is 389 thousand rubles, for an additional payment of 30 thousand you will receive a leather interior and an electric sunroof.
In our maximum version, the MK Cross is equipped with a sunroof and leather interior. The latter can only be more practical if you are transporting small children or animals - it will be easier to clean the upholstery after them. Otherwise, it is rather a minus. The rough finish already began to bubble with our mileage of several thousand kilometers. The frost has not yet arrived, and it is very unpleasant to sit on the ice seat, unfortunately, there is no seat heating here.
If the driver's door slams shut without difficulty, then the passenger has to be applied from the heart - none of my companions could close the door the first time. Judging by the reviews on the Internet, many people have similar problems.
When the door is opened, even with the engine turned off, Geely carefully turns on the emergency light. For a long time the car washer could not understand why I turned it on in the box. Another moment, which even scared me a little the first time, was the operation of the horn if you start moving with the door unlocked. It seems to me that it would be more logical to make the beeper inside the car, and not outside ... But inside the riders, even the voice acting of the turn signal relay does not distract, as if it does not exist. Another of the originals is the only windshield washer nozzle in the center of the hood.
Previously, MK was equipped with dial gauges, in our version they are completely digital, albeit with primitive graphics. Moreover, the panel itself is recessed deep into the bowels of the console and its indicators are visible only to the driver. In principle, everything is displayed quite clearly, but I am more of a supporter of dial gauges, especially when it comes to a tachometer or a fuel gauge. It's a bit cramped behind the wheel, especially if the passenger on the right claims the armrest. In this case, when switching, you constantly touch him with your elbow.
Backward visibility is hidden by wide struts. Narrow exterior mirrors make you twist your head every time you change. When parking, parking sensors would help out, but the care of its installation should fall on the buyer.
The rear seats are surprisingly roomy, but only for the knees. The head rests on the ceiling, even if you are of a modest stature, and this is especially noticeable in the presence of a hatch. The trunk is too small, you can't put a stroller here, and you can only unlock it from the outside with a key, and the flimsy handle for slamming on our car was broken by someone before us.
MK Cross performed well on the move. The suspension successfully copes with pits, but the shock absorbers (especially on rebound) leave much to be desired - noisy and shaking. The brakes were unimpressive, possibly due to the Dunlop Graspic winter tires. The steering wheel is not very willing to return to zero, you have to help in sharp turns.
The motor does a good job of its duties, it spins cheerfully, but it's too vociferous. The clarity of gear shifting caused criticism, especially tight gears are stuck on an unheated car, sometimes it was possible to turn the rear one only through double squeezing of the clutch. I also noticed a strange glitch: at the moment of gear shifting, when the clutch was squeezed out, the speed suddenly increased ...
On the tested car, the odometer was less than 10 thousand, and at the same time, rust was visible from under the door sills. Having rummaged on the forum, I noted that other owners also complain of poor corrosion resistance. Geely MK Cross owners also complain about expensive parts and fragile but expensive bumpers:
Six months after the purchase, I was fucked in the ass with a VW B4. Even if he could, the bumper was deformed a little, and my Chinese woman had a full rear *****. They tried to pull it out in the service, the metal just breaks.
In general, despite the affordable initial price, the service comes at a pretty penny, our colleague back in 2009 described how much it costs to maintain a Geely MK car. Of course, there are aftermarket parts, if this expression applies to a Chinese manufacturer. Perhaps the new sedan from Geely - Emgrand will be more modern and technologically advanced.
