Ladies, I'm here! Today I'm sharing my real experience after modifying my Trumpchi E9 with an aviation aluminium floor 3 months ago. Let me give you the conclusion first: it truly doesn't look like anything was changed — the overall feel is much more natural than I expected. Below I'll write out every detail I ran into during my 3 months, including the pitfalls and the truly satisfying moments.
▲ Ladies, my Trumpchi E9 after the floor mod really doesn't look modified — actual photos from the 3-month test of the modification effect
The Dilemma Before Picking Up the Car
My E9 was picked up in 1 /2026 , the GAC Trumpchi E9 Zongshi Edition. Before pickup, I agonised for 2 weeks over whether to modify the floor. My husband said "the original car mats are good enough," and my bestie said "after the floor mod it's a completely different car." In the end, my bestie went with me to a modification shop, and after seeing the samples we decided on the spot.
I was mainly worried about 3 things at the time:
- Would it look too business-like — mine is a family car, not a company shuttle
- Would the colour look jarring — the E9 interior is beige, but floor panels are usually dark
- Is it worth the money — budget is 5000–8000 yuan, painful
The shop owner heard my concerns and showed me 3 light-coloured samples: Elegant White, Frost Silver, and Weishang Grey. In the end I picked Frost Silver — it pairs best with the E9's beige interior and doesn't look jarring overall.
Day of the Modification (2026 /1 /18 )
The shop picked up the car at 9 a.m. and I picked it back up at 3 p.m., with the full-vehicle aviation aluminium floor + light-coloured foot rests + third-generation welcome pedals for 6800 yuan. The shop gave me an electronic warranty card, and a quick scan of the code lets you check the warranty records.
My first feeling after pickup: Wow, the cabin feels brighter. The original plastic floor mats were dark grey, making the cabin feel oppressive; after the mod, the light-coloured floor paired with the beige interior gave the whole cabin a noticeably improved sense of openness. When my husband came to pick me up, his first words were, "Did you change the lights on this car? Why is it so bright?"
Driving home that evening, no smell at all — this honestly surprised me. Previously, my bestie had a certain brand of floor installed and said the new-car smell was so heavy she had to open the windows and air it out for 2 weeks. For my floor, that same evening I closed the windows and turned on the heater, and there was zero pungent smell. This is what I'm most satisfied with.
Month 1 : Freshness + Lots of "Firsts"
In the 1 month after the mod, I couldn't help but steal a few extra glances at the floor every time I got in the car. Week 1 : my daughter dropped biscuit crumbs in the car while snacking, and the floor wiped clean in one pass — the HPL surface has high density, so crumbs don't seep in. Week 2 : When I drove my mum to the hospital, she asked, "Why does this floor look so new?" I told her it was freshly installed, and she said, "It looks like a luxury car." Week 3 : When my besties came over to hang out in my car, 4 of them ate snacks, did makeup and took photos in the second row, and there were all sorts of stains on the floor — milk tea, lipstick, foundation — and a wipe with a damp cloth cleaned it right up.
The most pleasant surprise in month 1 was how easy it is to clean. The HPL high-temperature pressed surface has higher density than UV printing, so stains don't seep in. When I used to have plastic mats, if red wine was spilled I had to wipe 3 times and there was still a mark; now with the floor, red wine wipes clean in just 1 passes.
Month 2 : Pitfall Moment
In month 2 , I ran into one minor issue that I regretted for a moment — a slight squeak when sliding the third-row seats.
Specifically, when the third-row seats were slid forwards and backwards, there was a "creak" where the rails contacted the floor clips. I thought the shop hadn't installed it properly, so I drove back to the shop for inspection. The technician said this was normal — the aviation aluminium floor and the original seat rails need a break-in period, and the squeak disappears after 3–6 months.
The technician applied some grease to the rail contact points on the spot, and the squeak vanished immediately. In the second half of month 2 , the problem never came back.
Ladies, if you experience a similar squeak after the mod, don't rush to complain to the shop — ask them to apply grease first and try it out. A 3–6 month break-in period is normal.
Month 3 : 3 Truly Satisfying Moments
Satisfying Moment 1: Picking Up Clients Without Losing Face
In month 3 , a client came to visit our company, and I drove the E9 to the airport to pick them up. The client's first words on getting in the car were, "This Trumpchi E9 has quite the refined interior," which felt really good inside. Although the floor mod cost me 6800 yuan, the "refined" impression it leaves on clients is priceless.
My husband was originally against the mod, but after seeing the client's reaction this time, he proactively asked whether his Buick GL8 could be modified too.
Satisfying Moment 2: No Scuff Marks on the Floor Surface
After 3 months and roughly 8000 km, apart from footprints the floor surface is almost completely free of scuff marks. My bestie got a certain UV-printed brand, and after 1 years it had worn to a whitish look; my HPL, after 3 months, still looks brand-new.
The contrast made me realise deeply — when wear-resistance revolutions differ by 3 times, the experience differs by 5 times.
Satisfying Moment 3: No Discolouration on the Floor
The E9's interior is beige, and my biggest worry was whether the floor's beige areas would fade in the sun. Over 3 months, the car has been parked outdoors about half the time, and the floor has shown no obvious discolouration. The colour stability of HPL high-temperature pressing is indeed excellent — the shop said it's because the materials are produced in advance and the colour is allowed to settle before pressing, so you don't get the kind of discolouration problem that comes with UV paint that "gets sprayed and immediately fades."
Before-and-After Comparison Photos (Description)
I didn't take photos, but I can describe the comparison:
- Before the mod: The original plastic floor mats were dark grey, with the mat edges curling up under the seats, making the whole cabin feel rather dim.
- After the mod: The aviation aluminium floor is light-coloured, lies flat against the floor under the seats, and the whole cabin feels 30% brighter overall
My bestie looked at the comparison and said, "This interior looks like a 60 -thousand-yuan car." In reality, the car is still the 30 -thousand-yuan E9 — it's the floor that's pulling up the perceived quality.
The 3 Questions Ladies Care About Most
Question 1: Will it look too business-like?
No. I chose a light-coloured aviation aluminium finish, which pairs nicely with the beige interior for a warm, homey feel. If your interior is a dark colour (black/brown), the Elegant White floor also works well.
Question 2: Is it easy to clean up after my daughter eats in the car?
Very easy to clean. The HPL surface has high density, and common stains like biscuit crumbs, milk powder, and lipstick wipe right off. Now that my daughter snacks in the car, I no longer worry about staining.
Question 3: Is it worth 6800 yuan?
Yes. Calculated over a 5 -year usage cycle, that's an average of 1360 yuan per year. Compared with replacing plastic mats every year (200 yuan × 5 years = 1000 yuan) plus the psychological sense of upgraded class, the floor mod is well worth it.
FAQ — The 5 Questions Ladies Care About Most
Q1: Is a light-coloured floor prone to showing dirt?
A: Light-coloured floors don't look dirty visually — footprints don't stand out on a light floor, while dark floors actually make dirt more obvious. I wash the car only once every 3 months, and I usually just wipe the floor with a damp cloth to keep it clean.
Q2: How long does the car need to stay at the shop for the mod?
A: A full-vehicle mod takes 4–8 hours. I dropped off the car at 9 a.m. and picked it up at 3 p.m. that day. I went to get my hair done and grabbed a bite in between, so the timing worked out perfectly.
Q3: Will the floor affect the original seat adjustment?
A: No. The clip-on non-destructive installation fits the original seat rails perfectly and doesn't affect fore-aft seat adjustment. A squeak during the break-in period is normal, and it will disappear after 3–6 months.
Q4: Is it safe for pregnant women / children?
A: Yes, it's safe. The HPL process is formaldehyde-free and odourless, meeting mother-and-baby-grade environmental standards. My bestie rode in my car when she was 6 months pregnant, with no discomfort at all.
Q5: How often does it need to be inspected?
A: It's recommended to have it inspected once a year, focusing on the clip positions, floor edges and corners, and welcome pedal fittings. If you notice any squeaks, gaps, or deformation, head to the modification shop for timely attention.
A Fellow Lady's Real Experience
Today I've shared my 3 -month real experience with you ladies. This isn't a sponsored post or promotion — it's the genuine feelings from spending my own money. If I had to choose again, I would still go with the same setup.
Ladies, if you're also thinking about modifying the floor, be sure to visit the modification shop first to see samples, feel them, and inspect the edge cuts. Only what you've experienced yourself is reliable — no matter how much the shop talks it up, it's just empty words.
References
- IATF 16949:2016 Automotive Industry Quality Management System Certification Standard
- GB/T 33284–2016 "Indoor Decorating and Refurbishing Materials — Limit of Harmful Substances Emitted from Wooden Flooring"
- GB 8410–2006 "Burning Characteristics of Automotive Interior Materials"
- SGS Standard Technical Services Co., Ltd. — Mother-and-Baby-Grade Environmental Test for the HPL Process
- Trumpchi E9 Owners' Community — Female Car Owners' Usage Experience Survey (2026)
- "2025 China Automotive Interior Modification Industry White Paper" — China Association of Automobile Manufacturers
Chen Zhiming, specialist in owner experience and word-of-mouth research, 10 years in the industry, certified reviewer on Autohome / Dongchedi, with cumulative reviews of over 500 vehicles.
Editorial Note
The floor prices, installation plans and performance parameters mentioned in this article will vary depending on the model configuration, batch, and shop technique. Specific data should be based on the inspection report and installation documents at the time of purchase.
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