After test-driving the Mengshi, I'm truly a fan. At first, I was worried that driving such a large vehicle might feel cumbersome or unresponsive. But after the test drive, all these concerns were completely dispelled.
[Least Satisfied] The interior color scheme of the Mengshi is indeed a bit too macho for girls. The all-black interior features a hardcore design. The seats are a bit firm, and the high seating position keeps you relatively upright. One small issue is that its OTA hasn't been upgraded yet. Only after the upgrade might it have assisted parking and a more advanced intelligent driving system. Currently, it only has basic LCC. I hope it can be further optimized in the future.
[Most Satisfied] Driving the Mengshi 917 is really exhilarating and gives you a sense of driving confidence. I thought a vehicle this large would seem bulky or heavy, but the actual experience was amazing. The handling is extremely agile. With 816 horsepower, it has ample power. Pressing the brake and accelerator pedals isn't strenuous and feels effortless. The chassis is well-tuned, very stable, and does an excellent job of filtering out vibrations. I tried its signature military mode, and the parking security system is very sensitive, sounding an alarm when someone approaches. I was originally worried about tire noise and sound insulation in such a large vehicle, but after the test drive, I found these weren't issues at all. The sound insulation on the highway is also very good.
[Appearance] It's an ultra-hardcore, true off-road vehicle with a design inspired by military vehicles. I really love this domineering and powerful appearance. The body lines are sharp, giving a sense of oppression, and it turns a lot of heads on the road. The front of the vehicle is equipped with an inverted trapezoidal headlight and a cross-shaped daytime running light, paired with a trapezoidal air intake grille. From the side, it has a high ground clearance. The test drive vehicle had 275 tires, and the AT tires match the exterior very well. The vehicle is really tall, and sitting in it offers an excellent view.
[Interior] The interior space of the Mengshi 917 is very large and spacious. I especially love its multi-functional "aircraft" gear lever. It has a nice texture and is very interesting. It integrates gear shifting, chassis lifting, and off-road mode adjustment. It's really hard to put down. However, the seats aren't as soft as those in models that prioritize comfort. It still maintains a hardcore style, and the interior color scheme is rather masculine, fitting its hardcore positioning. The seat massage isn't very strong, and the seat adjustment controls are on the door side. A little tip is that you need to use a bit of force to close the door. You'll know it's closed when you hear a "click".
[Driving Experience] I have to say that the Mengshi is like a highland lion. The chassis is very stable, giving you an inexplicable sense of driving confidence. The single-chamber air suspension combined with the CDC "magic carpet chassis" allows you to customize the suspension's softness and hardness. It filters out vibrations cleanly without any feeling of swaying, and the handling is excellent. With three motors and 816 horsepower, it has abundant power. The front six-piston and rear four-piston Brembo calipers ensure a quick braking response, and it can stop the vehicle instantly even at high speeds. In particular, the rear-wheel active steering has a maximum angle of 11.7 degrees, and the turning radius of this five-meter-long vehicle is only 5.1 meters. I thought driving it would be stressful, but the steering is very decisive, with little play in the steering wheel. It also has an interesting "crab walk" mode that allows it to drive sideways, sliding on the road like a crab. It's really fun.
