What kind of car is suitable for traveling on the Sichuan-Tibet Line?

First of all, I drove a 4-year-old Beidou Star (1.0 displacement) there last August.

After so many years of infrastructure construction, the current Sichuan-Tibet Line can really accommodate any car, from full-size hardcore off-roaders, Land Cruisers, Prados, Patrols, etc. As small as Chery QQ, BYD F0, Alto, pulling a trolley, it just depends on whether you dare to go.

But if you want to talk about what kind of car is suitable for driving, it is recommended to drive hard-core off-road vehicles such as Land Cruiser, Prado, Patrol, and Pajero if possible. They are better than private cars in terms of comfort and passability. A lot. After all, the Sichuan-Tibet Line will still encounter road washouts and landslides in the rainy season. Some passes will also snow in the summer because of their relatively high altitude. Moreover, you can go to many places that others cannot go by driving an off-road vehicle, which means Since you can see scenery that many people can’t see, it’s more fun to go deep into the hinterland.

Introduction: Everyone has an off-road dream in their hearts. Many people also want to have an off-road trip, meet up with a few friends, and take a fancy to an off-road vehicle with excellent performance. A trip along the Sichuan-Tibet line, but for many people, it is not that simple to travel on the go. If it is still possible to spend 100,000 yuan to own a hard-core off-road model with excellent performance, today the author will Let’s talk to you about the price of these three domestic hard-core off-road SUVs of 100,000 yuan. The performance of 500,000 yuan can run on the Sichuan-Tibet line without any pressure.

At a price of 100,000 yuan and a performance of 500,000 yuan, these three domestic hard-core SUVs can run on the Sichuan-Tibet line without any pressure

The first one: Haval H5

Haval Everyone should know a lot about cars. The monthly sales performance of its SUV models are very good. The positioning of the Haval H5 model is different from that of the Haval H6 because it uses a non-load-bearing type. Body design, all new Haval h5 series currently on sale are equipped with a 2.0t engine. There are two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive models to choose from, and there are also gasoline and diesel models to choose from. Its The front suspension type is a double-wishbone torsion bar spring independent suspension, while the rear suspension is a five-link non-independent suspension. The non-load-bearing body can provide a better rigidity for the entire vehicle, and the part-time four-wheel drive also allows Haval H5 has a very good ability to get out of trouble.

The current guide price of the new Haval h5 model is 107,800 to 136,800 yuan. If you feel that buying a new car is quite financially stressful, you can choose a second-hand car dealer where the used car has traveled about 50,000 kilometers. It only costs 50,000 yuan. If you want to buy a car in better condition and with a lower mileage, you can get it for 100,000 yuan.

The second model: Landwind X8

Landwind is actually relatively well-known in China. I believe everyone also knows about Landwind’s domestically produced Evoque-Landwind X7. In fact, Landwind The most famous one is probably our protagonist today, the Landwind x8. The pre-sale price of this new model is 119,900 to 159,800 yuan. In addition to the 1.8t model to choose from, there is also a 2.0t model to choose from. Consumers can choose between gasoline and diesel models. The Landwind x8 also uses a non-load-bearing body, which is very rigid. The 2.0t engine has a maximum power of 136 horsepower if it is a diesel model. The 1.8t gasoline model has the highest power. The power is 177 horsepower, and it adopts the form of part-time four-wheel drive. Anyone who has played off-road knows that part-time four-wheel drive has a stronger ability to get out of trouble than full-time four-wheel drive.

The price range of the new Landwind x8 is 119,900 to 157,900 yuan. The market terminal discount of this model is also relatively large. That is, if the financial budget is tight, you can also choose a second-hand one. For a mid-sized car with a mileage of about 20,000 kilometers, the price range is about 100,000 yuan, so the car condition should be completely good, and there is no pressure to travel on the Sichuan-Tibet line.

The third model: Isuzu Mu Ranger

The Jiangxi 5 Isuzu Mu Ranger is slightly less well-known than the previous two models, so I believe many people will buy one. With a budget of 200,000 yuan for a new car, this model is rarely thought of, but the off-road capability of this model is more powerful than the previous two models. In addition to the 1.9T engine to choose from, this model also has a 3.0 T's engine can be selected, and both engines are diesel versions with a maximum power of 177 horsepower and a maximum torque of 430 Nm. When it is engaged in low-speed four-wheel drive, the ability to get out of trouble is relatively strong, and it uses a splitter It has four-wheel drive, the central differential structure is an open differential lock, and the non-load-bearing body can also provide better rigidity for the entire vehicle.

How do you feel that the price pressure of new cars is relatively high? Then you can also choose a second-hand model. Currently, the Isuzu Ranger with about 50,000 kilometers has a price range of about 110,000 yuan, so If you talk to the car owner about the discount, you can get it at the same price of 100,000 yuan. Besides, you can also buy an Isuzu Ranger for 100,000 yuan, and there is no pressure to go on the Sichuan-Tibet Line.

Summary: Although the above three models are cheap, they will never lose to the 500,000 Prado in terms of off-road capabilities, and the subsequent maintenance of these three models is also very worry-free. It’s a great choice for self-driving travel!

There are currently eight main routes into Tibet - Qinghai-Tibet Line, Yunnan-Tibet Line, Xinjiang-Tibet Line (219), Bingcha Highway, Sino-Nepal Highway, Northern Sichuan-Tibet Line (317), Southern Sichuan-Tibet Line Line (318), Tangfan Ancient Road.

Among them, the Yunnan-Tibet Line, Northern Sichuan-Tibet Line, Southern Sichuan-Tibet Line, Qinghai-Tibet Line, Xinjiang-Tibet Line, Sino-Nepal Highway, and Tang-Pan Ancient Road are in good condition. Cars with higher chassis can pass easily, but please pay attention Avoid the rainy season, which is generally June, July, and August. It is not recommended to go during the rainy season because there may be mudslides, floods, etc. If you want to go during the rainy season, choose an SUV or an off-road vehicle.

Bingchacha used to be a road that countless off-road enthusiasts wanted to conquer, but this year many sections of the road have been built as asphalt roads, but there is still a section of gravel road, which may be bumpy by small cars. It is recommended for SUVs and off-road vehicles. car.

These routes all have beautiful scenery, and each route displays different beauty in different seasons. Therefore, except for the rainy season, you can take a quick trip in any season. The more mature routes have many gas stations, maintenance stations, supermarkets and restaurants along the way, and supplies are also convenient. However, for the sake of safety, try to ensure The fuel tank should be filled with more than half of the fuel, and remember to prepare cold-proof clothing, as well as anti-cold and other medicines, and remember to go to a repair shop for a check-up on your car. Bring an air pump and tow rope with you. Reflective clothing. If the car has a lot of space, you can bring some picnic cloth, plateau gas tank, car refrigerator, inverter, pot, etc. to experience a picnic. You can also bring a thicker tent and sleeping bag for camping in the wild. The battle is very exciting. Finally, don’t forget to buy a drone. It’s the coolest thing to do aerial photography on the road.

In recent years, more and more travelers have been self-driving on the Sichuan-Tibet Line. There are also many friends who have not experienced self-driving in Tibet. While they hope to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Western Region Plateau, they are struggling with whether their own vehicles can adapt to it. Requirements for self-driving on the Sichuan-Tibet Line.

The following is a brief summary of some of my experiences during my trip to Sichuan and Tibet, for reference only.

The Sichuan-Tibet Line will pass through plains and hills, mountains and canyons, forests and grasslands, rivers and lakes, snow-capped mountains and glaciers, etc. The road conditions are greatly affected by the season and climate. It is a typical plateau climate and changes rapidly.

It is precisely because of this that the Sichuan-Tibet Line lists many different natural landscapes.

For the entire Sichuan-Tibet Line, due to its special line characteristics, the requirements for self-driving vehicles are still different from those in our inland plains.

The most important thing is that there are many high-altitude passes along the route. Due to the thin air in the high-altitude pass areas, the vehicle power will decrease. The degree of decrease is mainly related to the vehicle's air intake method and displacement size. The larger the amount, the smaller the power drop rate, and the driving experience will be less obvious. Therefore, it is better to choose a vehicle with a larger displacement. In high-altitude areas, turbocharged engine models are better than self-priming engine models.

Then there is the drive type of the vehicle. In view of the special route characteristics of the Sichuan-Tibet Line, four-wheel drive models are recommended first. Among the four-wheel drive models, full-time four-wheel drive models should be the best, followed by timely four-wheel drive. Then there's part-time four-wheel drive. Next, if you choose a two-wheel drive model, you should first choose rear-wheel drive and two-wheel drive, followed by front-wheel drive and two-wheel drive.

In terms of chassis height, the higher the chassis, the better. When it comes to vehicles, strong off-road vehicles should be the first choice, followed by the four-wheel drive SUVs we usually talk about, and then urban leisure vehicles. Then there is the order of SUVs, and then cars with high chassis.

At present, the Sichuan-Tibet Line is relatively mature and commercialized. Catering, accommodation and fuel supply are very convenient along the line. For example, the supply of No. 92 and No. 95 gasoline, which we use a lot, can ensure supply. Larger towns have regular gas stations that provide qualified oil products. Just remember to fill up the tank at any time.

In summary, it is recommended here that if the vehicle can be selected, it is such a ranking. In terms of power, the bigger the better, and the higher the chassis height, the better. From the driving mode, the four-wheel drive model is the first choice. No matter what model you choose above, it is recommended to choose No. 92 or No. 95 gasoline as the best oil.

The car models are ranked as above. If you can choose the time, try to avoid the cold season when there is ice and snow on the road and the rainy season in July and August.

In the cold season when there is ice and snow on the road, it is not recommended to drive two-wheel drive vehicles to Sichuan and Tibet. July and August are the rainy season on the Sichuan-Tibet line. Landslides and subgrade collapses along the line caused by heavy rains occur frequently every year. Once Encountering this kind of road obstruction, the wait can take at least half a day or even indefinitely, which is a very unpleasant experience for traveling.

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The end of May and the beginning of June every year is the spring of the Sichuan-Tibet line. During this time, the rainy season has not come, and the ice and snow on the road have almost melted. It is the perfect time to drive into Tibet and enjoy the scenery along the line. Spring is the best time for beautiful scenery. At the end of September and the beginning of October, it is autumn on the Sichuan-Tibet line. The rainy season has passed, and the mountain vegetation along the line shows various strange colors due to the changing seasons and climate changes. It is very suitable for self-driving tours in Sichuan and Tibet.

If you choose to drive in Sichuan and Tibet during these two seasons, the vehicle requirements are very broad, and ordinary small-displacement family sedans can drive in Sichuan and Tibet.

Therefore, it is not a general rule to choose what kind of vehicle to choose if you are traveling in Sichuan and Tibet by car. It needs to be chosen according to the specific situation and the time and season.

Hope this helps!

Four-wheel drive is the best and can adapt to any road. The chassis is also high, but it consumes a lot of fuel. SUVs are also available, but it’s best to have new tires to avoid being a king on the road. Let’s talk about precautions and some preparations.

When traveling to Tibet, you must be prepared to endure hardships and hardships. Because this is a plateau and a high-altitude and hypoxic area, it is empty and unrestrained.

Preliminary preparations

Be sure not to catch a cold before departure. Those with a history of respiratory tract and heart disease are not allowed to enter Tibet.

Everyone and the car should have it checked. It is best to replace the car with high-standard tires. Otherwise, if the tire breaks down on the road, you will be "ineffective"; and it is not easy to find a repairman. Car's. If you are a human, prepare some anti-altitude sickness medicines, such as glucose oral solution and Gaoyuanan. Since Tibet is a high-altitude area close to the equator, ultraviolet rays are very strong during the day. Therefore, you should prepare some sunscreen skin care products because the wind and sand are a bit strong. Pay attention to self-protection. You can go to a traditional Chinese medicine store to drink Rhodiola rosea in boiled water, which is economical and affordable. When going to Tibet, you must bring all three documents (ID card, driver's license, driving license); you must have all these when refueling, otherwise you will not be able to fill up the tank. According to the official regulations, if one certificate is missing, no certificate will be added.

The best time to enter Tibet and precautions

The best time to enter Tibet is from May to September, so that it is not cold in Tibet during the day, at least when there is no strong wind or snow. . Of course, you must bring cold and rainproof outerwear, as well as some anti-skid chains and ropes. It is best to travel with multiple vehicles, and bicycles are not allowed in Tibet. No one can guarantee that the car will not break down. This way we can take care of each other. Route 318 is 1890.1 kilometers from Ya'an to Lhasa. Although the distance is not far, you have to experience a lot. Such as mudslides, landslides and other natural disasters. Therefore, pay more attention to dangerous sections of fast traffic. The condition of Route 318 is not very good, especially since the junction of Sichuan and Tibet is connected by mountains and rivers, so you need sufficient driving experience, preferably desert highway driving experience.

Things to note on the road

There are official checkpoints starting from Ya'an along the route, mainly to check ID cards and vehicle registrations and to obtain time-limited speed limit cards. We hope for your cooperation. Due to the construction of highways and railways along the line, we sometimes take shortcuts. I hope you can understand. There are many ethnic minorities along Route 318, so do as the Romans do; please respect the local people's eating habits and customs; there are restaurants and hotels along the way, and the environment is okay. There are wild animals and cattle on the road, and sheep cross both sides of the road. Anyway, there are a lot of unruly animals, so drive carefully. It's best to give way and be careful not to get into any dispute with the locals, otherwise you will have an uncomfortable time along the way.

Please dispose of your daily household waste properly and protect the environment, starting from you and me! There are many attractions, and taking photos with others requires the consent of the person or guardian. Attention, fishing is strictly prohibited in Tibet; especially in the wild. There is a 4-hour fast track from Linzhi to Lhasa for free for 400 kilometers (Layilin high-level kilometers). I have lived in Lhasa, Tibet. These are some of my experiences. I hope they can help you.

Finally, I wish you a happy trip!

Beautiful Tibet, paradise on earth!

The Holy City welcomes you!

The Sichuan-Tibet Line is now well built. It is basically an asphalt road and theoretically can be used by all vehicles. However, during the rainy season, some sections of road are repaired and destroyed every year, and the road condition is very poor, such as the Haitonggou section from Batang to Mangkang. Moreover, it is normal for rocks to fall on the road along the Sichuan-Tibet line. It is also normal for some places to have pits due to landslides or water rushes, which were not repaired in time.

Therefore, if you drive yourself, I suggest that it is better to drive a car with a higher chassis. Even if there are no off-road vehicles, urban SUVs are much better than cars.

Please also pay attention to the following points. You must have a spare tire and tire changing tools, and try to make the tire wall as thick as possible. It is very normal for one or two tires to accidentally blow out during a trip to Sichuan.

Check brake pads, brake fluid, battery, antifreeze, etc. before departure. After all, I encountered a teammate on the road whose Wrangler brake pads called the police. As a result, the brake pads were not provided, and I ended up spending 3,500 to replace the brake pads.

If it is winter, you must wear anti-skid chains, and try to wear them in spring and autumn as well. And you need to know how to install anti-skid chains and how to change a spare tire.

Another reminder, no matter how awesome the car is, if you don’t pretend to be awesome, you won’t get stuck in the car. If you get stuck in a car in Tibet, the loss will be huge.

If you must show off, it’s best to step on it first