There are many types of B-type RVs. What are the differences between the different types?

Self-propelled B-type RVs have always attracted much attention for their low-profile appearance, flexible driving, and affordable prices. Currently, there are many chassis options for B-type RVs, such as SAIC MAXUS V80, SAIC There are traditional light passenger chassis such as Maxus V90, Iveco Wolfson, Ford New Generation Transit, Dongfeng Yufeng, and JAC Xingrui, as well as small light passenger chassis such as Jinbei Hiace, Foton Landscape G9, and Ford New Transit, and more There are minibus chassis such as Jinlv Coaster, Wuling S series, and Zhongtong LK6601 series. Since there are many types of B-type RVs, we will not go into details one by one. This article only analyzes the characteristics of common types of B-type RVs.

●The length of the car body determines the living space

▲The picture above is the Yutong B313 RV

▲The picture above is the Iveco Wolfson short-axle RV of Satellite Airlines

The mainstream length of B-type RVs ranges from 4.85m to 5.99m. The short-axle chassis body length is generally around 4.85m to 5.15m. SAIC MAXUS V80, SAIC MAXUS V90, Dongfeng Yufeng, Iveco Wolfson and other chassis There are all such models. Their main features are that the vehicles are very flexible, easy to operate, can travel well in the city, and can be parked in standard parking spaces. At the same time, thanks to the design of the short-axle body, the weight of this type of RV is relatively low, and the acceleration performance, braking performance and fuel economy are relatively good.

▲The picture above shows the Shunlv short-axis honeycomb RV

▲The picture above shows the Qixing Yun version of the RV

However, the short-axis RV also has very obvious advantages. Disadvantages: Limited by the length of the car body, the interior space of this type of RV is relatively compact, and clear regional divisions cannot be made. Functional areas usually overlap. At the same time, the relatively small space inside the car will also make people feel a certain sense of depression, making it not suitable for long-distance travel. In order to reduce the depressing feeling of short-axis RVs, some manufacturers will use the form of a lifting roof + rear longitudinal bed to increase the transparency inside the vehicle, but the problem of overlapping functional areas cannot be avoided. For example, in the Qixing Yun version of the RV with this kind of design, the rear longitudinal bed and the sofa in the living area only occupy the same space. When sleeping, the backrest of the seat in the living area must be laid flat.

▲The picture above shows the River R500 RV

▲The picture above shows the Ford Black Knight RV

The body length of the bottom bracket chassis is generally 5.3m -5.4m, currently mainstream manufacturers generally build based on Ford's new Transit bottom bracket mid-top chassis. This type of RV also has the characteristics of being very flexible, easy to operate, can travel well in the city, and can be parked in standard parking spaces. At the same time, the interior space performance of the vehicle is slightly better than that of a short-axle RV, and it can be used in a certain area. To a certain extent, a relatively clear division of areas in the car can be made.

▲The picture above shows the River Qijie R500 RV

▲The picture above shows the Qixing New Transit B-type RV

But the chassis of an RV of this size can choose to face each other. Narrow. At present, most manufacturers are modifying RVs based on the chassis of Ford's new Transit. In addition, the overall length of this type of RV is still relatively short. If a rear transverse bed layout is adopted, the rear bed will generally use a single bed. Design or shape the double bed. If a rear longitudinal bed layout is adopted, the rear bed will also interfere with the seats in the passenger area to a certain extent.

▲The picture above shows the Seven Wolf Maxus V80 long-axle touring car

▲The picture above shows the Tourcoo new generation cool travel version of the touring car

The long-axis chassis generally corresponds to the body The size is 5.5m-5.7m, and common chassis such as Iveco Wolfson, SAIC Maxus V80, SAIC Maxus V90, Ford New Generation Transit and other common chassis have corresponding length models. This type of RV has a relatively large space, allowing for better living space, and the areas inside the vehicle can be clearly divided. In addition, the interior layout of long-axis chassis RVs can also be more diversified, providing users with richer choices.

▲The picture above shows the iTour Max B-type Junxiang Edition RV

▲The picture above shows the Tuku New Generation Cool Travel Edition RV

However, due to the overall The vehicle length and wheelbase are slightly longer, and the steering radius is relatively large when cornering. Compared with short-axle and center-axle touring cars, the control convenience and driving flexibility are somewhat reduced. At the same time, due to the length of the car body, the parking convenience of this type of RV has certain limitations in some cities. In addition, the height of this type of RV is generally around 2.7m-2.9m. The height of some rural roads in China is around 2.5m. You need to plan your route appropriately when traveling.

▲The picture above is the Jingyanqi 594 RV

▲The picture above is the Shunlv S880 RV

In addition, some of the B-type RVs have a body length of For extended-axle RVs between 5.9m and 6m, SAIC MAXUS V80, SAIC MAXUS V90, Iveco Wolfson, Dongfeng Yufeng and other models have corresponding lengths. This type of RV can be said to utilize space to the extreme within the limits allowed by regulations. The longer body can be used to increase the space for the rear bed, bathroom or reception area, thereby creating a more comfortable in-car living environment.

The picture above shows the SAIC Maxus RV90B RV

▲The picture above shows the Jingyanqi 599 RV

It should be noted that the entire vehicle of this type of RV The length and wheelbase are almost the same as those of the C-type RV. Only the width and height are smaller than the C-type RV. The advantage of flexibility is relatively unobvious. At the same time, the thermal insulation performance and interior space are not as good as those of a C-type RV, leaving it in a relatively awkward position in terms of space.

This article comes from the author of Autohome Chejiahao and does not represent the views and positions of Autohome.