The DR5, appeared ten years ago as a low cost sold directly in shopping centers, returns in the Evo version. The new crossover, in terms of size and lines, seems little changed, but in reality it is a new model, richer in content from all points of view, from infotainment to security. The recipe remains the same: the car, after all, is the powder version of the Chinese Chery, which came to the generation called Tiggo 3, unknown to us (but exported, for example, to Russia and South America) and It offers a lot of substance compared to an attractive price. On the contrary, ten years ago, "made in China" made considerable progress, as we have seen in other areas, from smartphones to personal computers. In this case, especially thanks to the collaboration of European companies that know their business in the field of engines, chassis and food.

Millesei only 4X2.Avant the 4x4 version, which will be available only in 2.0, so far only announced the front-wheel drive gasoline-LPG 1.6 liter is offered as parsimonious and spacious car maintenance personnel, suitable for a family. Basically it is a medium-sized crossover: 442 cm long, including the spare wheel, embellished with new optical assemblies, a grid and, above all, the bicolor body of the Cross. Inside, there is an improved board in terms of quality and design, with an 8 "touch screen for the infotainment system and integration with smart phones thanks to the mirror function, screen, among other functions, includes the rear camera, complete with the trajectories.) Among the faults, however, remains the lack of adjustment of the depth of the steering column.To find the correct distance, must intervene in the height of the seat: excellent visibility in the front, while behind is limited by the thin rear window.

Austrian heart, Italian gas. The Evo5 in test and a bifuel gasoline-LPG. On the hood beats a 1.6 1.6-horsepower 1.6 engine, developed by Avl de Graz (Austria), while the gas plant is from the BRC of Piedmont. The toroidal cylinder in the rear compartment eliminates space for luggage, but it is certainly a good investment (1,000 euros) to save the dealer. It would be out of place to expect miracles from a medium-sized aspirant, albeit with a variable time, but progress is tangible compared to the past. Noise, a defect we observed when testing the first DR5 (tested in February 2008), was significantly reduced, while the delivery is now smooth and delicate at the highest speeds (more than 6,000 r / min, where power maximum). The Evo5 moves easily, without highlighting the defects. On the contrary, what impresses favorably is the impression of solidity, in addition to the discreet feeling of the direction and the good behavior of the compartment of the suspension. We are traveling well, in short, thanks to the work of refining the creation of another important European partner, Lotus Engineering. Finally, in comparison with the previous model, some important deficiencies were also covered in terms of safety equipment. If the main defect of the first DR5 was the absence of the ASP (not available among the optional ones), now the device is standard, disconnectable, well calibrated in the interventions and, therefore, reassuring. And there is also help to start the hill. On the other hand, there is no warning of collision risk, dark turns and lane crossing, as well as automatic braking.