The Voyah Free Is Way Better Than We Expected

We were more than a little bit skeptical when we learned that Dongfeng Motor had released a premium EV brand, but will a week with a Voyah Free make us into believers?
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[@unclezeppy]

I test drove this car in Shenzhen, to my surprise it drove like a Peugeot 3008 which is also made by Dongfeng. Later there was a Voyah owner at my charging station and I asked about the range, he said:"It's OK, it tends to lure you to drive faster so you never get good range out of it. I have never gone over 380km."

[@everyelectriccars]

Cars from China are FAR better than what we get here in North America

[@user-gc1hg9sp9k]

Because electric car market in china are far more competitive than North America, in china there are hundred of electric brand competing with each other. Meanwhile in North America there is only Tesla and couple legacy automaker that made EV

[@everyelectriccars]

@@user-gc1hg9sp9k That’s because automakers are scared to venture into that market. Tesla and The Korean siblings are the only ones making it happen here. GM and Ford aren’t even yet players until they’ve even reached the threshold in sales. Look, if BYD or their sister company makes the move to come to North America, it’s over for EVERYONE besides Tesla and Korean siblings. I’d even cancel my Fisker Ocean order even though it’s just a couple months away from delivery. That’s how serious it is with BYD

[@charlestsai8026]

No they are not they drive like 💩, have buggy software and risk of bursting into flames

[@droopynutz1]

Until you crash

[@louisbeerreviews8964]

No

[@CT37BN]

Simply superb exterior styling and those turbine wheels. Just wow. Those interior "gimmicks" will really make your friends jealous though.. especially with the sunroof which I think is honestly useful.

[@TalismanPHX]

Good job Ethan, the Free is quite attractive but the electric range is very subpar.

[@marknorth7361]

Seen these in Shanghai and they really look great. Coming to Norway very soon I believe

[@cowond3]

Saw it here in Norway a few days ago, but guess it was a demo-car, since they say it will be delivered in December. Looks great. Maybe time to change my 10year old BMW 🙂

[@mortensenvick5711]

@@cowond3 buy a bmw IX only is music is REALLY important to you. Honestly, I can't see a reason beyond the bowers wilkins to prefer the IX to this.

[@derbigpr500]

People say "it looks like this", "it looks like that", etc. The point it, every car you compare it to and say some element of it looks like it comes from that car, overall this looks better. It's incredibly well designed and tasteful.

[@etienne6641]

Very entertaining, you two make a great team when you work together. More please!

[@senseihEnRY16]

damn, never knew Dong Feng have a team that could make a handsome premium ev like this. Would love to see the designer team of Voyah to also work on Dong Feng's non premium vehicles.

[@Zerro3707]

They can make really good cars, but they have no idea on advertising...

[@Brick-Life]

Great to see Dongfeng improve passenger cars

[@TheJWRB]

I got to do an advertisement for the new voyah free in Beijing yesterday at the auto show and this car was 🔥 loved it

[@sbomorse]

They have some superb EV's in China. In the UK we're left with hugely expensive premium brand EV's or still expensive "cheap" EV'S.

[@mahyadnaadlaw3112]

That house in the bqckground (& the bridge), on the last part, reminds me of the old Iloilo City, Philippines.

[@Benalecjohn]

Hey there! I'm a buyer of this car. Just wanted to let you know that all of the alarms can be individually turned off, including lane crossing, seat belt, and all driver monitoring beeping

[@peeep6347]

What are the disadvantages? Do you recommend it?

[@Benalecjohn]

@@peeep6347 the range is not the best, it uses a lot of kWh, but for city traffic it's ideal, amazing drive feel

[@noeltimario2675]

Great review as always. Hope you can feature / review Tank 300 hybrid or the regular one. Thanks.

[@martinhansen5317]

Thank you for a great and informative video. Just wondering - which one do you think is the better vehicle; this Voyah Free or Hongqi E-HS9?

[@NeMayful]

The exterior is awesome! I certainly didn't expect this EV to have 700+ft/lb of tourqe. Thank you for letting us know!

[@lancpudn]

Great review Ethan, That thing goes like the wind for such a big vehicle & the interior looks great. As you say the cargo area is a bit disappointing for such a large car. Thanks for the video.

[@e.o9470]

I dig the exterior design so much!

[@jaffarbaqi]

Love this car. And, color is important, more than people admit. Hope they bring it to KSA eventually.

[@vasukitransport7644]

Its available in Dubai

[@ethan5920]

we have this car

[@ICEMANUAE]

Amazing video, please review the Zeekr 001 next . Thanks

[@cameronstoudamire8940]

That is the king.Good vision!

[@gluttonousmaximus9048]

Are you gonna drive the Changan Deepal SL03? Supposedly it's tuned well for sporty driving.

[@hfychannel2618]

Besides Maserati, it gives a Skoda bibe as well at the front end. Looks good!

[@theolich4384]

I gather that the range extender version of the Voyah Free is where the model really shines, having likely been originally designed in that configuration. Also the Voyah Dreamer MPV is already hitting the road - saw one the other day myself in a parking lot and the fare collector dude was gasping at the luxurious aura it oozes. The Maserati-esque front grille is really at home there. That, with the Zeekr 009 MPV (where's the review of the much anticipated 001 btw, I'm sure you're not gonna miss that one?) - Chinese car reviewers are running into a busy schedule ahead!

[@Antoineforum]

I love welshboy videos 🇬🇧 this car is Huge !!

[@gavin3188]

The design of these cars ❤

[@AandKs]

Will you guys review the Zeeker

[@Avantime]

Another great video, if you have the opportunity please have a look at the IM L7, it looks like a very nice car.

[@Wheelsboy]

We keep asking, but IM doesn’t have any test cars available!

[@kaanerdem2822]

I loved the turbine style rims, interior and exterior is ok

[@Alberto-xw8vx]

I do not agree, that the retractable screen is a gimmick. I would love and appreciate a "minimal screen mode" when I need to focus more on the road and to get less distracted. I think this should be copied and the screen hidden even more in the "minimal mode".

[@jwickerszh]

Yeah, I was skeptical at first but then most of the driving we do we do not really huge bright screens staring at us. It is nice to have big screens when you need the entertainment or nav for long trips or while resting at a charge, but having the option to dial it down is interesting.

[@Scarbir]

Makes sense!

[@ariesjunvenesio2788]

beautiful cars I hope someday I have car like that

[@MichaelMengo]

The grill was lifted from Maserati Levante, The rear is a Porsche Cayenne

[@vong6420]

I really want to see a forthing evo review

[@johnsomers8269]

This is a great looking car!

[@factsoflife1968]

pls review the 2022 dongfeng rich 6 pickup pls

[@markcampbell369]

This appeared at the auto show in Cuenca, Ecuador last week. No pricing info here……in fact, not even a salesperson available to talk to.

[@diego-nm8df]

Ya se vende almenos aquí en quito vale $68.990 si no mal recuerdo

[@reginald7214]

Great video. What a nice vehicle all around. These are in europe as well. Let's hope they do well.

[@richyzig]

Only in Norway, the test market for Europe.

[@Robgti180]

@@richyzig I am so jealous of you Norwegians getting all the goodies first. Love to see this car in the flesh and a test drive.

[@user-wz2lh5ll9d]

Please review MG Mulan!

[@otaku0698]

Back to Evs. That is why I watch,sub and like.

[@selasidah471]

Please, can you review the Voyah Race the sun car?

[@aby0ni]

What's the passenger air bag situation with retractable dash and all?

[@DDDD-fn5dp]

the passenger airbag is on the roof

[@cuibin1636]

I don't think you need to make a Chinese version for bilibili. You can just speak English with Chinese subtitles.For example, Amy艾米饭（KZbin channel Blondie in China has 270,000 followers） has 370,000 fans on Bilibili, 我是阳离子（The KZbin channel Katherine's Journey to the East 阳离子东游记 has 83,000 followers） has 240,000 fans on Bilibili, and 570,000 fans on Douyin.Jason在中国 has 1880000 fans on Douyin，and has 564000 fans on Bilibili（The name of the channel ：Mr有意思），and has 250,000 followers on his KZbin channel（KZbin Channel Name：Living in China）All of them only speak English. In the past, Catherine（我是阳离子） also made two versions in Chinese and English, but later she only made the English version and put the English version with Chinese subtitles on China's domestic platform, which proved to be very effective.This saves you energy and allows you to express your understanding and analysis more fully in your native language. Everyone can understand the subtitles without affecting the communication at all.

[@cameronstoudamire8940]

No matter how strong the translation producer, it is difficult to become the king of votes, if you have ambitions.

[@italianmaestro3045]

Is there apple car play and android auto in this car?

[@ThoracicSurgeryZZU]

great video. Maybe there is something wrong with you microphone.

[@leefster1]

Welcome to Beijing Ethan!

[@damobss692]

You were on Electric Drive Africa? Is that like a sister channel?

[@Wheelsboy]

We provide content about Chinese EVs for the great team at Electric Drive Africa.

[@Nabilllllll]

The front end reminds me of newer geely models (headlight and grille)

[@rabit818]

The hatch and rear “quarter” window treatment is interesting. The grill could have been more original, it could be a contender against the Germans

[@alfonsomartinez7919]

Looks like a Maserati Levante. bet this Chinese clone is better glued together than the Italian.

[@Sbrillo43]

nice car. Ethan, when you will review the zeekr 001?

[@ethan5920]

We have sir

[@maxmuster6123]

This car is what Germany is needed to survive. China needs to expand their capacities to Europe or near Europe. Not only battery fabs in Hungary.

[@johnsomers8269]

I wish you would Tell us your locations in China.

[@lugan4390]

still waiting for the MPV Voyah dreamer video where is it?

[@paulpisters668]

Although it’s design is eclectic but I love it.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

If only it was actually free.

[@PrinceRagus]

@1:51 Did you call it the 'Free Willy'?!? :D

[@AandKs]

Ok... I live here in China with two kids. What's the ultimate SUV at the price range of 400k-600k rmb

[@jzvr5842]

BYD, Nio, Li.

[@AandKs]

@@jzvr5842 was leaning towards the Nio and Li. Thanks buddy 🤝

[@SebastianSegura1138]

Hiiii!

[@benjaG86]

That Xiaomi cars style.. gonna kill the world 😢🤦🏼‍♂️

[@chmarr]

that looks lik a skoda karoq

[@jzvr5842]

Nice review, China makes the best cars and EVs.

[@MichaelCarle]

Your mic was a bit hot in this video

[@tvguide4khv]

Very good made video. This car right now comes to Russian sanctioned market and makes a big hit waves 🎯 here.

[@tailslapexplore6887]

erh...where's ur iconic waist pouch mate ? :)

[@Wheelsboy]

It’s Hawaiian shirt season, and the two don’t mix very well. Even I have some fashion standards😂

[@tailslapexplore6887]

@@Wheelsboy lol..fair enough .

[@bandvitromania9642]

Found the next Opel/Vauxhall/Buick Insignia/Regal wagon

[@willemm]

I love this car, especially the rising dash :) The annoying safety features would do my head in though...

[@batia0121]

Very interesting car. Had no idea about the brand. Do you need a new microphone tho?

[@philipc239]

The rising and lowering of the dash oddly reminds me of a McLaren lol

[@Wheelsboy]

We had the same thought!

[@worldolivier]

The D pillar looks like Renault Avantime one

[@jameel3031]

Hahahahah. You people only look for these things. 🤫🤫

[@worldolivier]

@@jameel3031 Because there're too many brands

[@worldolivier]

@@jameel3031 every modern cars look quite the same because of globalization. Only few brands try to keep their own language like Peugeot, Mazda, Porsche, Lexus, Alpine, Tesla...

[@yzchen6758]

​@@worldolivier Actually the voyah is produced in Renault's factory... Renault left China market because it's not profitable for DFM, they close the Renault factory and establish this brand Voyah, which also produced in the same factory. I guess the desinger and engineer team at least part from the old renault's team. Source: I once worked in dongfeng Motor, and I happen to know Renault's manager in person.

[@jameel3031]

Well ,very informative. Thanks for the info sir. Both of you.

[@jwickerszh]

I see that one at the mall, always wondered if it was good or a dud. Looks like it is good, and the only weak points could be easily fixed via OTA (except the range .. or maybe, if you had the dual motor one it could perhaps get some optimizations in power delivery efficiency)/

[@theolich4384]

It's good but probably not good enough for the current ultra competitive scene.

[@mortensenvick5711]

hello and welcome. the hybrid plugin and this got a stunning 693 hp (510 kw) of power. What is like the 0-60 mph? 4.7 seconds seems way too slow for a vehicle so powerful. The rivian R1S for comparision, got 835 hp and weigh a lot more, but can do a 0-60 mph in 3 flat (and aerodynamic is also worse)

[@jzvr5842]

There is literally zero difference to the average buyer whether it's 3 or 4.7, both are more than fast enough, how a car drives is way more important than just acceleration.

[@philipc239]

@12:16 the car agrees with you! lol Instead of annoying beep, perhaps the car or AI been trying to communicate with you the entire time R2-D2 style 😅😅😅

[@filipw3251]

the facelift/pro version 2024 model is way cooler and better looking, over 10k cheaper, better range and rear row climate controls for the passengers. its my dream suv, and every day im sad that the US has such strict import laws.

[@sayaandyangsaya2756]

Bii~Bii~bii~ Still a nice car

[@boontarin]

Nice content, but the video quality and voice quality is like filmed by a calculator.

[@mcdee367]

mi6 ethen?

[@BaumInventions]

It remembers me a little bit of a Cupra Formentor in the front with a Renault Vel Satis rear... Its interesting.

[@virginiacassandra6158]

这车还没上市我就玩过了，这车就是宣传不够，体验其实并不差，能给的都给了

[@pukai7875]

视频看不出来 实车是真的帅 看到过好几次

[@theolich4384]

Before even watching the video - hats off to the team working in Shanghai's scorching heat. Xinkule, Ethan!

[@paulsunday7688]

It has a similar form to Mazda from the side

[@pradanawirawan6627]

I thinks its maserati😮

[@VSL_babyface]

i tried this and the nio es6, every Chinese auto reviewer suggested Voyah Free over Nio Es6, I disagreed... The Free only beeps whereas the ES6 vibrates the steering like Lexus. I personally like Nio's dash screen better, for some reason the angle seemed awkward on the Free and Nio also have HUD. Nio also have the "Queen" from pax seat and the battery swap. However, the air suspension on ES6 is a real concern, I made an U-turn, it wobbles like a boat 🤣 Anyways, I like Nio ES6 over Voyah Free, but at this point, I m actually interested in checking out Audi Q4 Etron as it is even cheaper than both and it is an Audi... also I personally do not need a 4 second 100km EV 🤣

[@Zrqdon]

I have an audi q4 e tron. And to be honest i am disappointed. Firstly you have to pay extra for a lot of things. Starting price is around 50k usd but if you wanna full spec it, then you will easily end up on 70k+. Every small thing costs extra yet it doesn't feel like a premium car. I tried Voyah Free here in Oslo and liked it much better than my Q4. Also the app for Q4 is not finished as well as infotainment update. They have been promising for 2 years and still thaven't been able to deliver. Very disappointed to be honest. I expected more from Audi...

[@VSL_babyface]

@@Zrqdon oh, i was only looking at the Q4 etron 40, the 50 isnt worth it as I mentioned i dont need a super fast suv and we dont get snow here in GuangZhou China here, so I also dont need AWD lol (47k usd for 40) and yes, I think all the traditional automakers have similar problem with their old infotainment systems that they never update, I m more interested in how it drives... I mean I dont hate the Free but it just not as good as I was told... I still lean towards Nio ES6 between the 2 especially when I have someone who constantly have motion sickness, the "queen passenger seat" will help alot 🤣🤣🤣 and rear seats dont mean anything to me, i got no one to carry around with as well, anyways, i m still interested in trying it out, until then i wouldnt know and i guess everyone have diff preferences. Most ppl say Li One looks great from inside out, I also did not agree 🤣😂

[@Zrqdon]

@@VSL_babyface Yeah I agree, i think 40 would be good for you. I have 50 because its AWD and since it is a plus to have it here in Norway due to snow and mountanious landscape. I will say that Q4 has a really good range, but would not say it is a premium car! The WLTP for my Q4 is 474 km, but it drives above 500 km now in summer (around 400 km in winter). The only thing I am suspicious of on Voyah Free is if the range of really is 550 km or not... I have heard chinese EV don´t have accurate range, specially here in Norway where roads and climates are way different than China. Here in Oslo, the Voyah Free car dealer said they put 500 km WLTP for Voyah free just to be on the safe side, however, in China they claim it is 535-550 km WLTP... and over 600 km if you drive it in cities. I guess I will find out. I have ordered one Voyah Free since it is free to cancel it, even 14 days after i get it. If I am not happy with the range by then, I might give it back. But good luck finding a car you like! It is not easy.

[@VSL_babyface]

@@Zrqdonthanks for letting me know about the Q4 man, for Voyah Free, its hard to say about the range, most people go real crazy coz of the power it delivers you know. Most people wont use the "eco" mode with the strongest braking regen, so i assumed Voyah Free might able to hit 500km if you use drive it normally and not flooring pedal at every stop light lol i say this because i read user reviews, it seemed whenever they have any EVs here, they tend to say... "i m the fastest car when the light turns green", that kinda tell u that person's range will be shorter than a normal driver lol 🤣🤣 oh and i also askes the salesperson about the Auto Emergency Brake... funny enough he said it will bleep the driver and he doesnt even know if it stops the car for you ... for Nio, the salesperson said if u put any input on the brake pedal, it will not engage brakes for you whether you did applied enough brake power to stop the car or not 🤣🤣🤣 so, be aware that their AEB isnt very smart yet 🤣 Thanks for your advance again for Q4, because each of them have pros and cons, I want to take my time to.think about it first 😂 good luck with the Voyah Free my frd 👍👏

[@Zrqdon]

@@VSL_babyface yeah Q4 is amazing in driving that is for sure! And the steering wheel is one of the best i have seen. I have a child and family, therefore i need a bigger car. That is the main reason I want to change my Q4, the baby seat takes all the space in the trunk... Yeah let's see how Voyah Free is. It is hard to find out after a short testdrive. Right now I am very sceptic but want to give it a chance. Thanks for your reply friend 🙌👍

[@benalemanstacey5658]

Thanks for the review! I saw the Free on display in Oslo. Interesting product.

[@MT.2012]

Change your microphone. Compare your voice in this video to Doug Demuro or Mat from Carwow.

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Good looking car

[@PROkiwiable]

这老外尽然会说英语

[@ChinaDriven]

That nose lift is ridiculous! Maybe thats why sport mode lowers the dashboard so you can still see the road HAHAHAHAHA

[@PrinceRagus]

This car actually made my head turn a couple times here in Ningbo. Especially at night, the rear resembles a Porsche. I like the car but I thought it would be cheaper. I drive a NIO ES6 myself and don't see this as in the same class. But maybe that's just wishful thinking. I'd definitely love to test drive this thing.

[@dt8101]

LOL. Isn't ES6 on an outdated platform? What premium functions does NIO offer, besides so-called services?

[@PrinceRagus]

@@dt8101 Sorry, I can't follow your logic. So when the 6th gen Mercedes-Benz S-Class came out (first on MRA platform), the 5th gen instantaneously became non-premium? And what features are premium to you? List your top5 and I'll let you know whether NIO has them or not.

[@ProCelestialEmpire]

The interior dashboard looks way more luxurious feeling than many EV that just get a big ipad like screen attached.

[@IsaacGbornor_gv]

The Grill has disqualified the Car ,it atill look lije Combustion Engine vehicle

[@user-gz6kx8zl4p]

这个价格太便宜了，我会选择他而不是特斯拉

[@alitirmixi5624]

Chinese automakers now hit Pakistan market

[@nomadenview]

Well because it's FORYA....

[@americannumber2]

So many ev cars in China

[@tylercollins9323]

wait, you say this voyah is for free??

[@jw3885]

Didn’t go far enough with the dash- but it looks good!

[@LindemanRichard]

这个外形如果是比亚迪的动力，肯定卖爆

[@TLH788]

Love it the design is fantastic..hope to have it in my hometown....nice review dude 👍

[@miodragmijailovic8981]

Front end of this car reminds me of maserati levante, looks nice (I wrote this when the video started :D :D)

[@gustavomonsalves7789]

Second here

[@AB-sy9tf]

The retractable screen looks like a gimmick and something that would break in time.

[@troysmith159]

And would be difficult and expensive to repair