Category: SUV

Last year’s Shanghai Auto Show saw the Hongqi E202 concept unveiled; this year’s Beijing Auto Show will see the production version now called EHS7 unveiled. Ahead of more information later this week we bring you pictures and details.

The EHS7 is the second car in the Hongqi New Energy series following on from the EH7 sedan and in many ways can be seen as an SUV version of this car. Both single and dual-motor versions will be available and we know that the motor setup is exactly the same as in the sedan. This means the rear wheel drive version gets a motor with maximum power of 253 kW while the all-wheel drive adds an additional 202 kW motor to the front. The battery packs are also from CATL and although we don’t know the sizes yet a good guess is that they will be exactly the same meaning that the EHS7 will offer 75, 85 and 111 kWh packs. Maximum speed is 200 km/h.

What’s not apparent from the pictures is just how large an SUV the Hongqi EHS7 is; length is 4925 mm with width and height of 1950 and 1680 mm respectively. At 3000 mm the wheelbase is exactly the same as on the EH7.

The Hongqi EHS7 will come with features including an advanced safety chassis system and 800V architecture giving fast charging. MIIT listing pictures show that some versions will gain Lidar and it is expected that the EHS7 should have a capable intelligent driving system.

Design wise the car is remarkably close to the concept seen last year with largely only changes to the front and back making the EHS7 look more production like. Black side pillars are optional on the production version.

Spy shots of the interior show that it also quite closely resembles that of the concept although in not quite so gawdy colors. The butterfly screen setup seems the same as in the EH7 and so the EHS7 will likely have a 6-inch LCD instrument panel and a 15.5-inch central control screen along with a augmented reality HUD. Presumably powering the car’s system is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip.–

Already spotted at the Beijing Auto Show venue is a poster for the launch of the Hongqi EHS7.

Source: Autohome

Neta L SUV Debuts

In a significant expansion of its electric vehicle lineup, Neta Auto, under the aegis of Chinese EV giant Hozon Auto, launched the new Neta L SUV. Today’s launch showcased the model in its extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) configuration, with the announcement of future availability in battery electric vehicle (BEV) versions.

Detailed Specifications and Pricing

Available in four distinct models, the Neta L EREV pricing starts at RMB 129,900 ($18,000) and reaches up to RMB 159,900. The entry-level model is slated for an official release in August, though pricing details were disclosed at today’s event. Structured on the innovative Shanhai platform, the Neta L is designed as a five-seater mid-size SUV, stretching 4,770 mm in length, with a width of 1,900 mm and height of 1,660 mm, and boasts a substantial wheelbase of 2,810 mm.

Innovative Features and Enhanced Performance

The Neta L is powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder engine, supplemented by a 40.27 kWh battery pack, allowing it to cover up to 310 kilometers per charge according to CLTC standards. Mirroring the innovation seen in Li Auto models, the Neta L is equipped with luxury features including a built-in refrigerator and twin 15.6-inch screens. The SUV also offers a seat with comprehensive 8-point massage and zero-gravity features for maximum comfort. In addition, Neta provided a sneak peek of the Neta S shooting brake model, which is expected to premiere at the upcoming Beijing auto show.

($1 = RMB 7.2439)

As Neta prepares for a potential Hong Kong IPO, this model’s launch marks a strategic step in bolstering their market presence, particularly following a slight decrease in their vehicle sales in 2023. The Neta L combines affordability with cutting-edge technology and luxurious amenities, positioning it as a formidable contender in the global electric vehicle market.

The XUV.e9 is a pure-electric version of the XUV700 with a stylish coupe design.

You may have seen spy images of the Mahindra XUV.e9 before, but this time, the prototype was seen sporting its pre-production bodywork.

The XUV.e9 is a pure-electric version of the XUV700 with a stylish coupe design. The electric SUV features a blanked-out front grille with a full-width LED light bar and vertically stacked headlamps. At the rear, it has a unique LED tail lamp setup connected by an LED light bar that follows the vehicle’s contours. The latest test mule is also equipped with a new set of aero-optimized alloy wheels.

Inside, the XUV.e9 will get a futuristic-looking dashboard with three 12.3-inch displays and a 2-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel. The SUV is also expected to get features like a head-up display with augmented navigation, Level 2 ADAS and a vehicle-to-load function.

Mahindra might offer the XUV.e9 with an 80 kWh battery pack, powering a dual-motor setup. Peak output could be in the range of 227 BHP to 345 BHP. The battery could offer up to 450 km of range.