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Beijing Hyundai sold Chongqing factory for 226 million USD, less than half of its initial listing price

Initially, Beijing Hyundai hoped to sell the factory for 513 million USD, but no one showed interest, so it had to lower the price. Initially, Beijing Hyundai hoped to sell the factory for 513 million USD, but no one showed interest, so it had to lower the price.

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Beijing Hyundai sold Chongqing factory for 226 million USD, less than half of its initial listing price​

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January 17, 2024


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On January 17, Hyundai announced that Beijing Hyundai had sold its Chongqing factory to Chongqing Liangjiang New Area Yufu Industrial Park Construction Investment Co., Ltd. for 1.62 billion yuan (226 million USD) at the end of last year, a figure less than half of its initial listing price previous year, as reported by Yonhap News Agency.

The Chongqing factory, the fifth complete car manufacturing plant established by Beijing Hyundai in China, was touted as the company’s “most advanced” factory. Construction began in 2015, and the factory officially commenced operations in August 2017. Covering an area of 1.87 million square meters, the factory had a total investment of 7.7 billion yuan (1.07 billion USD) and an annual production capacity of 300,000 vehicles. However, due to various reasons, it ceased operations in December 2021.
Initially, the Beijing Hyundai Chongqing factory was listed for sale on August 11, 2023, with a transfer base price of 3.68 billion yuan (513 million USD). However, the sale was not completed by the deadline. After the unsuccessful auction, the factory was relisted on September 27 with a reduced base price of 2.58 billion yuan (360 million USD), a reduction of 1.1 billion yuan (153 million USD). Subsequently, it underwent a third listing with a base price of 1.917 billion yuan (267 million USD) until it was finally sold for 1.62 billion yuan (226 million USD).

Hyundai Motor stated that this sale is part of an effort to reasonably adjust the operational model of its factories in China to enhance efficiency. Industry insiders believe that the Chongqing municipal government primarily led the sales process. Yonhap News Agency also mentioned that Hyundai Motor might consider selling its Changzhou factory.
According to public data, Hyundai Motor’s sales in China peaked at 1.14 million vehicles in 2016. However, since facing marketing setbacks in China in 2017, the company sold its first factory in Beijing in 2021. This sale has reduced Hyundai’s manufacturing presence in China from five to three factories, including the second and third Beijing factories and the Changzhou factory.
Beijing Hyundai’s 2023 sales data showed a total annual sales volume of 257,000 units, a year-over-year increase of 2.8%. Additionally, in 2023, Beijing Hyundai’s export volume exceeded 10,000 units. Furthermore, Beijing Hyundai announced the launch of the eleventh-generation Sonata and fifth-generation Shengda in 2024 and plans to develop over six pure electric and plug-in hybrid products within the next three years.

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Sales data indicated that the new Elantra surpassed 110,000 units, a year-over-year increase of 19%. The SUV Gemini (fifth-generation Tucson L, upgraded ix35 Mosa) reached 100,000 units, a year-over-year increase of 2%, with the upgraded ix35 Mosa achieving a monthly sales figure exceeding 5,000 units.
The current factory sales are mainly due to Beijing Hyundai’s declining sales in the Chinese market, resulting in overcapacity and shrinking business. Yueda Kia, another Sino-Korean joint venture, also has the same problem. To alleviate the problem of overcapacity, Yueda Kia exported half of the cars produced outside China in 2023 to cope with the decline in demand in the Chinese market.
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Changan and Huawei unveil “Newcool” joint venture at global partner conference

A new JV between Huawei and Changan announced. It will provide smart solutions for cars.

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Changan and Huawei unveil “Newcool” joint venture at global partner conference​

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January 17, 2024


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At the Changan Automobile Global Partner Conference on January 16, 2024, Chairman Zhu Huarong delved into the latest developments of the joint venture between Changan and Huawei, shedding light on their collaborative journey. The roots of this collaboration trace back to November 25, 2023, when both companies signed an “Investment Cooperation Memorandum.”

The newly established joint venture between Changan and Huawei is tentatively named “Newcool,” focusing on seven major areas, including smart driving, intelligent cockpit, smart car digital platform, intelligent car cloud, AR-HUD, and smart car lights. Huawei recently revealed plans to establish a company dedicated to developing, designing, producing, selling, and servicing intelligent automotive systems and components.
Signing of the initial agreement in 2023
Huawei’s new company named Huawei Smart Car Solutions, was recently established with a registered capital of 1 billion yuan. The new car company is located at its headquarters building in Shenzhen with an established date of January 16, 2024. The two companies aim to support this entity in becoming a leader in the global automotive intelligent system and component solutions industry. The new brand company and Huawei do not manufacture vehicles on their own.

Previous cooperation between the two companies
Changan’s Chairman Zhu Huarong clarified that the Newcool joint venture would not engage in complete vehicle manufacturing, emphasizing a focus on public resource platform development. The initial phase involves Changan and Huawei laying the groundwork and later opening the platform to other automotive enterprises and the wider auto community.
The establishment of the Newcool joint venture signifies a strategic alignment between Changan and Huawei, leveraging their strengths for the benefit of the automotive industry. The HI mode (Huawei’s full-stack integration solution), chosen by Avatr under the joint venture, is hailed as the optimal choice by Zhu Huarong, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and policy requirements and safeguarding user interests.
The joint venture is a natural progression in a series of cooperations between the companies. In the past, Huawei was a supplier for Avatr, the joint venture between Changan and CATL. The Chinese tech giant also helped Changan and CATL develop the CHN platform for Avatr vehicles. Last year, Huawei worked with Deepal (another Changan brand) in developing smart driving solutions.

The Changan-Huawei collaboration continues to evolve, with the Newcool joint venture poised to drive innovation in smart driving solutions, contributing to the global landscape of intelligent connected vehicles. Interestingly, Huawei also developed four other joint projects: Aito (Huawei & Seres), Luxeed (Huawei & Chery), Stelato (Huawei & BAIC), and a new upcoming Huawei & JAC project, whose name has yet to be revealed. In China, Huawei sells Aito and Luxeed cars via Huawei Flagship stores and their related HIMA stores. The industry eagerly awaits the unfolding chapters of this groundbreaking partnership.
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Jetour JMK Traveller off-road vehicle will launch on January 28 in China

The JMK Traveller is designed based on the current Traveller compact off-road SUV. Power will come from a 2.0T engine.

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Jetour JMK Traveller off-road vehicle will launch on January 28 in China​

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Jetour’s JMK Traveller hardcore off-road SUV was declared on the latest catalog of the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The new car is based on the current Traveller and is expected to launch on January 28 with delivery starting in April. It is worth mentioning that the JMK Traveller may be renamed to “银龙之翼” (yín lóng zhī yì), which direct translates to “Silver Dragon Wings”, in the future.

Jetour TravellerJetour JMK Traveller
In terms of appearance, the JMK Traveller looks more hardcore with a raised engine hood, a new grille and front bumper design, roof luggage racks, and all-terrain tires, which have a stronger grip on non-paved roads. The Jetour JMK Traveller has an approach angle of 24°, a departure angle of 28°, and a curb weight of 1934 kg, measuring 4782/2036/1960 mm, with a 2800 mm wheelbase. For reference, the current Jetour Traveller on sale measures 4785/2006/1880 mm, with the same wheelbase.

At the rear, the iconic external box design is not absent, coupled with longitudinal translucent taillights and high-mounted brake lights. Power will come from a 2.0T engine model SQRF4J20 produced by Chery with a maximum power of 187 kW, mated to a 7-speed DCT and an XWD fully automatic intelligent four-wheel drive system. The four-wheel drive mode can be automatically switched according to road conditions and can realize automatic rear-wheel torque distribution.

Other features include a sunroof, engine hood decoration, tire printing, side lettering, side steps, and luggage rack cover, etc.

Jetour Traveller​

In December 2023, 13,224 units of the Jetour Traveller were sold, a month-on-month increase of 22%. Since its launch on September 26, 2023, Jetour Traveller’s cumulative sales have reached 33,312 units, making it the fastest off-road vehicle to reach the 10,000 and 20,000 sales milestones in China.
Jetour Traveller is positioned as a compact SUV and has launched a total of seven models with a price range of 139,900 – 184,900 yuan (19,400 – 25,700 USD). The car is also equipped with the XWD fully automatic intelligent four-wheel drive system and can switch between 2WD/4WD in 0.1 seconds under different road conditions, including sand, mud, and snow, according to the carmaker. Furthermore, its body has an approach angle of 28°, a departure angle of 30°, a minimum ground clearance of 220 mm, and a wading depth of 700 mm.

 

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2024 Lynk & Co 09 EM-P SUV with 1430 km range launched, price starts at 42,800 USD

A total of four models are offered, namely the seven-seater Plus/Pro models and the six-seater Halo/Ultra version.

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2024 Lynk & Co 09 EM-P SUV with 1430 km range launched, price starts at 42,800 USD​

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On January 16, Lynk & Co launched its new 2024 09 EM-P plug-in hybrid SUV. Customers can choose from a total of four models, namely the seven-seater Plus/Pro models and the six-seater Halo/Ultra version, with a price range of 307,800 – 347,800 yuan (42,800 – 48,300 USD).


Main changes:

• Adjusted the center grille to be more compact
• Increased the size of the central control screen to 15.4 inches
• Cancelled the original physical air conditioning buttons
• Added a 12.3-inch entertainment screen to the co-pilot sun visor
• Upgraded the original one-piece seat to a split seat
• Increased the maximum system power to 408 kW
• Increased 0 – 100 km/h acceleration time to 4.9 seconds

The new Lynk & Co 09 EM-P remains the same as the old model, which is 5042/1977/1780 mm, and the wheelbase is 2984 mm. The new car is still built based on the SPA platform and is equipped with Lynk & Co’s EM-P plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 2.0T engine and three electric motors, with a maximum power of 408 kW and a peak torque of 844 Nm, mated to a 3DHT. The 40.1 kWh ternary lithium battery pack is supplied by CATL, providing a pure electric cruising range of 190 km (CLTC) or 160 km (WLTC). The comprehensive cruising range is 1430 km (CLTC) or 1100 km (WLTC).


Coming to the interior, the size of the central control screen has been increased to 15.4 inches and the physical buttons under the central control screen have been canceled, and replaced with dual air conditioning outlets. All the functions have been integrated into the central control screen, which is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip and the LYNK OS N operating system. The 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel remains the same.
At the same time, a co-pilot entertainment screen is installed on the sun visor.
The new Lynk & Co 09 EM-P still offers two different models, a 6-seater and a 7-seater.

The second-row seats support lateral adjustment of up to 62.5 mm on one side and backrest angle adjustment of up to 169°. Both the front and second-row seats support heating, ventilation, and massage functions. The third row also offers a 12° electric backrest adjustment.
If the first and second rows are folded down, they can be combined with the third row to form a 2.3 m long double bed.

 

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New Mini Cooper from BMW-GWM JV applied for sales license

The new Mini Cooper is an electric three-door hatchback available with two powertrain options. It is ready to start sales in China.

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New Mini Cooper from BMW-GWM JV applied for sales license​

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January 16, 2024


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The Chinese regulator exposed the new all-electric Mini Cooper. It is available in a three-door version with two powertrain options for 135 kW and 160 kW. The new Mini Cooper will be assembled in China by the joint venture between BMW and Great Wall Motor (GWM).

The production of the Mini Cooper started at Spotlight Automotive’s plant in China in October 2023. Spotlight Automotive was established in 2019, with BMW and Great Wall Motor each holding 50% of the shares. The two sides shared they would jointly develop and produce cars. But manufactured products will be sold separately by each side. The latest product from this JV is the Mini Cooper EV.

Mini Cooper EV details​

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The new Mini Cooper follows the brand’s distinguishing design language with cool round headlights and an oval-shaped grille. The blackened pillars of this hatchback create a suspended roof effect. Flush door handles improve aerodynamics. Mini applied only for the three-door version of the Mini Cooper EV. From the back, it has triangle-shaped taillights, a small wiper, and a Spotlight Automotive (光束汽车) inscription.


The Mini Cooper EV’s dimensions are 3858/1756/1458 mm with a wheelbase of 2526 mm. For clarity, it is 18 mm shorter, 29 mm wider, and 44 mm higher than the Mini 3D Hatch. With an optional front bumper, the Mini Cooper EV’s length reaches 3863 mm. Depending on bumpers, this funky hatchback boasts 14/29 and 14/28 degree approach/departure angles. The Mini Cooper EV can seat up to four people.
The Mini Cooper EV has wheel-size options. The wheel specs influence its front and rear tracks.

• 195/60 R16
  • Front track: 1537 mm
  • Rear track: 1533 mm
• 205/50 R17
  • Front track: 1523 mm
  • Rear track: 1519 mm
• 225/40 R18
  • Front track: 1517 mm
  • Rear track: 1513 mm

Mini Cooper EV offers two trim levels with different powertrain options. They both adopt electric motors from Bosch and ternary NMC batteries from SVOLT, the GWM subsidiary.

• Mini Cooper: 135 kW (181 hp), 160 km/h top speed
• Mini Cooper S: 160 kW (214 hp), 170 km/h top speed

The Mini Cooper’s curb weight lies at 1,605 – 1,640 kg. The gross weight is 2,055 kg. According to previous information, the Mini Cooper electric offers two battery options: 40.7kWh and 54.2kWh. It supports 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW DC charging. Previously, a batch of Mini Coopers was spotted on the trailer in China. So, these cool hatchbacks are ready for delivery in China.
Source: MIIT

 

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China EV sales in W2 2024: BYD 40,300, Tesla 7,400, Nio 1,700, Aito 6,800

BYD was down 9%, Tesla was up 130%, and Nio was down 43% from the week before.

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China EV sales in W2 2024: BYD 40,300, Tesla 7,400, Nio 1,700, Aito 6,800​

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In the second week (W2) of the new year, January 8 – 14, China’s EV market had mixed development, with some brands continuing to decline while others already started growing (mainly Li Auto, Aito, and Tesla). BYD was down 9%, Tesla was up 130%, and Nio was down 43% from the week before. Among EV startups, Aito holds its surprise lead over Li Auto.

The weekly data were published by Li Auto, and they represent weekly sales. The background data are weekly insurance registrations. The numbers are rounded and present new energy vehicles (NEV), the Chinese term for BEVs, PHEVs, and EREVs (range extenders). To be completely precise, it also includes hydrogen vehicles (FCEVs), but their sales are almost non-existent in China.
BYD got the first spot, registering 40,300 EVs, down 9.23% from 44,400 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1 -14), BYD sold 84,700 EVs in China.

BYD’s brand YangWang, which has a sole model on sale – a 1.089 million yuan (153,000 USD) hardcore SUV YangWang U9, registered 270 vehicles, down 16.9% from the week before.
Second, BYD’s brand, Fang Cheng Bao (FCB), which also has a sole model on sale called Bao 5 (Leopard 5 in English), registered 1,060 vehicles, down 5% from the week before. FCB is still a premium brand but way cheaper than YangWang. Bao 5 UV has a price tag of around 300,000 yuan (42,000 USD).
The third BYD brand, Denza, is a former joint venture with Mercedes-Benz, which BYD took control of in 2021. It is positioned above BYD-badged cars but below FCB. Denza registered 1,500 cars, down 6.25% from 1,600 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Denza sold 3,100 cars in China.


Tesla registered 7,400 EVs, up 131.25% from 3,200 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Tesla sold 10,600 EVs in China.
Models sales breakdown:

• Model 3: 1,700 units
• Model Y: 5,700 units

Nio registered 1,700 EVs, down 43.33% from 3000 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Nio sold 4,700 EVs in China.
Main models sales breakdown:

• ES6: 630 units
• ET5: 560 units
• EC6: 290 units

Huawei’s Aito got the first spot among EV startups for the second time and registered 6,800 vehicles, up 15.25% from 5,900 vehicles the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Aito sold 12,800 vehicles in China. Aito sells both BEVs and EREVs.
Aito is a big surprise of 2023 as Huawei got tired of its struggling sales and used its deep pockets to introduce radical price cuts and various perks, and it worked. Aito jumped from 2k-3k monthly sales to almost 25,000 sold vehicles in December 2023 and became a relevant player in the tight China EV race.
Models sales breakdown:

• M5: 420 units
• M7: 6,400 units

Li Auto was closely second in EV startup sales, registering 6,800 vehicles, up 58.14% from 4,300 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Li Auto sold 11,000 vehicles in China. Li Auto sells only EREV, and its first BEV Li Mega minivan will be introduced on March 1.
Models sales breakdown:

• L7: 3,000 units
• L8: 2,000 units
• L9: 1,800 units

Changan’s Deepal got the third post, making it another surprise as we are not used to seeing it so high on the leaderboard. Deepal registered 3,300 vehicles, down 2.94% from 3,400 the week before. In the first half of the month (January 1-14), Deepal sold 6,700 vehicles in China. Deepal sells BEVs, EREVs, and FCEVs (hydrogen) versions of its two models, the SL03 sedan and S7 SUV.
Xpeng almost didn’t make it into the top 10, registering 1,400 EVs, the same as the 1,400 units sold the week before, good for ninth spot. In the first half of the month, Xpeng sold 2,800 EVs in China.
Models sales breakdown:

• G6: 410 units
• P7i: 370 units
• G9: 260 units
• X9: 180 units
• P5: 160 units

Volkswagen registered 3,500 EVs, down 7.89% from 3,800 the week before. In the first half of the month, VW sold 7,300 EVs in China. VW launched the 2024 ID.3 and ID.4 on January 1 in China.
Edit: The article was updated with model sales breakdown for some brands.

 

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GWM’s Tank 330 off-road vehicle with 3.0T engine exposed by Chinese MIIT

Power will come from a 3.0T turbocharged V6 engine, with a maximum power of 265 kW and a peak torque of 500 Nm.

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GWM’s Tank 330 off-road vehicle with 3.0T engine exposed by Chinese MIIT​

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January 15, 2024


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On January 15, the Tank 330 appeared in the 379th batch of new product announcement catalogs of the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The price of the Tank 330 is targeted at above 350,000 yuan (48,800 USD).

It is worth mentioning that the Tank 330 was developed as a crowdfunding project. The crowdfunding was originally planned for the Tank 300 3.0T model. The project started at 8 PM Beijing Time on March 30, 2023, and the crowdfunding goal of 20 million yuan co-creation fund was completed in only 6 seconds, with 1,000 orders, each person was limited to one order, with a unit price of 20,000 yuan (2,800 USD).
Tank 300 Frontier Limited Edition
In terms of appearance, the Tank 330 is based on the current Tank 300 Frontier Limited Edition, equipped with a rectangular grille, round headlights, metal front and rear protective bumpers, wide wheel arches, and roof luggage racks. Iron pedals are added to the left and right side skirts of the Tank 330 to facilitate passengers getting on and off the car. At the same time, cooling vents are added to the engine hood.


The square rear has the “Tank 330” and “V6” logos engrained, indicating the identity of its 3.0T V6 engine. A roof spoiler, a towing hook, and an external spare tire are also present, which is typical for an off-road vehicle. The tailgate door handle is set on the left side of the body.
The Tank 330 measures 4772/1970/1960 (1971) mm, with a 2750 mm wheelbase. The vehicle has a wading depth of 900 mm, an approach angle of 36 degrees, and a departure angle of 37 degrees. The curb weight is 2480 kg. The new car runs on 18-inch rims with tire specifications of 265/70R18.

Power will come from a 3.0T turbocharged V6 engine code-named E30Z, with a maximum power of 265 kW and a peak torque of 500 Nm, matched with a four-wheel drive system.

 

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Xiaomi applied for Gigafactory and EV Hyperfactory trademarks in China

Xiaomi announced it entry into automotive manufacturing in March 2021, with the goal to become one of the top five vehicle manufacturers.

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Xiaomi applied for Gigafactory and EV Hyperfactory trademarks in China​

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Recently, Xiaomi applied to register a series of Chinese and English trademarks for “Xiaomi Automobile Gigafactory”, “Xiaomi EV Hyperfactory”, “Xiaomi Titan”, “Xiaomi Titan Alloy”, and “Xiaomi Super Motor”. The current trademark status is awaiting review, according to the China National Intellectual Property Administration Trademark Office.

As early as July 2019, Xiaomi Communication Technology Co., Ltd. added the words “sales of auto parts” to its business scope. On November 12, 2020, Beijing Xiaomi Mobile Software Co., Ltd. applied for a patent for lithium battery electrodes and lithium batteries. Then on March 30, 2021, Xiaomi announced that it would invest 10 billion yuan in automotive manufacturing in the next 10 years to become one of the top five automobile manufacturers in the world.
Last year, Xiaomi’s first vehicle model called the SU7 was unveiled. Furthermore, at the Xiaomi Auto Technology Conference in December, Lei Jun, Xiaomi’s founder, chairman, and CEO, introduced Xiaomi Auto’s five core technologies: electric powertrain, battery, large die-casting, smart cockpit, and autonomous driving. Lei Jun also announced that Xiaomi is the only car manufacturer in China that has mass production of self-developed alloy materials.

Xiaomi HyperEngine V6 & V6sXiaomi HyperEngine V8s
After Xiaomi officially announced that it would build a car, its first project was to make a super motor. The result of that project was two super motors: the HyperEngine V6 and V8, which are currently being mass-produced and will be installed on the first batch of the Xiaomi SU7 models.

Furthermore, Xiaomi also self-developed a new 800V silicon carbide high-voltage platform, which has a maximum voltage of 871V. In addition, it is collaborating with CATL to jointly develop Xiaomi’s 800V high-voltage battery pack. It is worth mentioning that Xiao also built its battery production factory.

Xiaomi SU7 offers two CLTC cruising ranges of 668 km and 800 km. The 800V super fast charging platform can replenish the battery by 220 km with 5 minutes of charging and by 510 km with 15 minutes of charging.


Source: China National Intellectual Property Administration Trademark Office, Xinhua

 

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Changan’s Deepal G318 applied for sales license. Specs revealed

The Changan’s Deepal G318 is an EREV medium-to-large off-road SUV with up to 316 kW. It can tow up to 1,600 kg.

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The Chinese regulator exposed the Deepal G318 EREV off-roader from Changan during the homologation process. It is an SUV that aims to compete with the GWM’s Tank 400 Hi4-T and the BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5. Let’s get to know it better.

Deepal G318 render image
Deepal is an NEV brand founded in 2022 under Changan. Its current model line comprises two cars: SL03 (available as BEV, EREV, and FCEV) and S7 (BEV / EREV). Last year, Deepal announced its global strategy. In early 2024, Deepal started sales of its two models in Thailand. They were renamed here to L07 and S07. This year, Deepal aims to sell 450,000 units globally. The third vehicle under the Deepal brand is the G318 SUV. Today, it was revealed by the Chinese MIIT.
The Highway 318
Previously, the new SUV was known by its codename C318. In January this year, Changan announced its official name will be G318. It is called after the famous highway on the China-Nepal border. This name should underline the off-road spirit of the Deepal G318.

Deepal G318 specs​

The brand officials previously revealed the exterior design of the Deepal G318. It is a sturdy off-roader with a long bonnet line, wide wheel arches, blocky headlights, and large bumpers. In the back, the Deepal G318 has a swing-out trunk door with a spare wheel mounted on it. The dimensions of this off-roader are 4915/1985/1885 mm with a wheelbase of 2880 mm.

With a spare wheel on the rear door, its length reaches 4998 mm. The heavy-duty roof racks increase height to 1960 mm. So, the G318 is a medium-to-large SUV. Its front and rear tracks are 1690 and 1686 mm. The approach and departure angles are 27 and 31 degrees, respectively. The G318 has three wheel options: 255/65 R18, 265/60 R18, 255/55 R20.

G318 powertrain details​

The Deepal G318 is an EREV SUV. It means it has a 1.5-liter 110-kW petrol-powered engine under the hood that doesn’t transfer any torque to the wheels. Instead, it supplies power to the battery pack or electric motors. Speaking about e-motors, the G318 has two powertrain options:

• Single motor (XTDM33), RWD, 185 kW peak power, 175 km/h top speed
• Two electric motors (AYDM01 + XTDM33), 4WD, 316 kW (131 kW + 185 kW), 185 km/h top speed.

This brawny off-roader has an LFP battery made by CALB on board. Its capacity has yet to be revealed. According to previous information, this SUV will have two variants: 18.4 kWh and 35.1 kWh. Depending on the powertrain option, the curb weight of this SUV lies in the 2060 – 2,360 kg range. The gross weight is 2,505 – 2,800 kg. The G318 with 4WD can tow up to 1,600 kg. Inside, it has five seats.
The Deepal G318 will soon hit the Chinese market with a price tag of around 300,000 yuan (~42,000 USD). It will rival the Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 and Tank 400 Hi4-T. More on this vehicle as we get it.
Source: MIIT

 

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Li Auto L6 specs revealed. To launch in China below 42,000 USD

Li Auto L6 details, price, and release date revealed. The first Li Auto vehicle with an LFP battery to cost under 42,000 USD.

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Li Auto L6 specs revealed. To launch in China below 42,000 USD​

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January 15, 2024


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Details of the Li Auto L6 have merged from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), it is a 5 seater EREV SUV. It is mounted with a 1.5 litre 113-kW petrol engine that acts like a generator. The L6 is the first Li Auto vehicle to adopt an LFP battery.

Li Auto L6 specs​

The Li Auto L6’s dimensions are 4925/1960/1735 mm with a wheelbase of 2920 mm. It is the smallest Li Auto vehicle to date. We have prepared a list with dimensions of every Li Auto model:

• Li Auto Mega: 5350/1965/1850 mm
• Li Auto L9: 5218/1998/1800 mm
• Li Auto L8: 5080/1995/1800 mm
• Li Auto L7: 5050/1995/1750 mm
• Li Auto L6: 4925/1960/1735 mm

The Li Auto L6 rides on 255/50 R20 or 265/45 R21 wheels. Its approach and departure angles are 20 and 21 degrees, respectively.


The gross weight of the Li Auto L6 reaches at 2820 kg, the curb weight is 2330/2345 kg. Inside, it has five seats. Its top speed is 180 km/h. There is no information about the electric motors of the Li Auto L6. However, it will most likely adopt the Li Auto L7’s two synchronous electric motors with a combined power output of 330 kW.
The L6 is the first Li Auto model to adopt the LFP battery. Previously, Li Auto SUVs used ternary NMC packs only. The capacity of the L6’s battery has yet to be revealed. Its suppliers are CATL or Sunwoda.

More info on Li Auto L6​

The earlier report revealed spy photos of the L6 agrees with the MIIT information. The test model follows the design language of L7, L8 and L9. It features through-lighting at the front and rear. It sports hidden door handles, popular in new energy vehicles. The upcoming L6 will be produced at both Changzhou and the new Beijing plant. In July 2023, Li Auto announced plans to manufacture existing models and the Li L6 at the Beijing plant.

Li Auto Vice President, Zou Liangjun, stated in an interview that the L6, Li Auto’s first model below 300,000 yuan (~42,000 USD). It will be launched in April 2024 (instead of June as originally planned). We may assume that this move is likely to counter the competition from a likely rival, AITO M7.
In December, Li Auto delivered 131,805 vehicles, up 184.6% year over year. The L7 five-seat EREV SUV is the brand’s top-selling vehicle. L6 targets sales of 30,000 units a month. L6 may become the brand’s bestseller surpassing that of L7. Also, Li Auto aims to introduce three high-voltage pure electric models in the second half of 2024.
Source: MIIT, IT Home, Li Auto

 

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Changan Qiyuan E07 is a new all-electric SUV for China

The E07 is based on the Changan CD701 concept car, which can realize dual-mode switching between an SUV and a pickup truck.

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This is Changan’s Qiyuan E07 SUV, previously codenamed CD701, recently declared by the Chinese MIIT. As the mass-produced version of the CD701 concept car, the E07 is positioned as a pure electric SUV, offering two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive versions for consumers to choose from. Qiyuan is a new energy vehicle brand under Changan.

Changan CD701 Concept Car​

Earlier in September 2023, Changan unveiled the CD701 concept car as an integrated SUV and pickup vehicle, based on Changan’s SDA smart electric platform, with a 5-seater layout. The vehicle can realize dual-mode switching between an SUV and a pickup by opening the rear dome to transform into a pickup truck. Both the front and rear featured a digital screen that displayed information such as the vehicle name and battery information. Changan also shared that the vehicle will support low-orbit satellite communication to be able to connect to the Internet at any time, and never lose contact.

Qiyuan E07​

The Qiyuan E07 has a pickup truck body posture with a relatively downward slope of the roof line and thick roof racks. The appearance is similar to the CD701 concept car. The front face features a closed grille paired with a C-shaped LED headlight set. The taillight adopts a ring shape in the rear. The Qiyuan E07 measures 5045/1996/1640 (1665, 1695) mm, with a 3120 mm wheelbase, positioned as a medium-to-large SUV. It can seat five people as the standard and runs on 20-inch or 21-inch rims.

The Qiyuan E07 will be available in single and dual-motor versions, equipped with ternary lithium battery packs. The maximum power of the single motor is 252 kW and has a 201 km/h top speed. The maximum power of the dual front and rear motors is 188 kW and 252 kW, respectively. The top speed is 210 km/h. Additional battery specifications have not been revealed at this time.
In addition, the new car will be equipped with lidars and cameras, based on the declaration information. The car will likely be equipped with advanced driving assistance capabilities.
Will the Qiyuan E07 mass-produced version share the same configurations as the CD701 concept car? We’ll watch closely for more information.

Source: Chinese MIIT

 

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BYD Sea Lion 07 is ready for the market launch in China

The BYD Sea Lion 07 is a fastback SUV with 4WD and up to 390 kW. To hit Chinese market this year with a price range of 28,150 – 36,580 USD.

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BYD Sea Lion 07 is ready for the market launch in China​

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Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) revealed the BYD Sea Lion 07 specs, the latest addition to the Ocean series. It is a mid-size fastback SUV with optional 4WD and cool exterior styling. It is slightly smaller than the recently launched BYD Song L.

BYD Sea Lion 07 styling and size​

The styling of the BYD Sea Lion follows the pre-production version that debuted at the Guangzhou Auto Show last year. It has a round-ish design with a sloped bonnet line that forms a distinguishing shape of the fastback SUV. The front end of the Sea Lion 07 adopts headlights, similar to the BYD Seal and Seal-U (Song Plus). It has retractable door handles, a ducktail spoiler, and a roof spoiler.
Sea Lion 07Song Plus
The exact dimensions of the Sea Lion 07 are 4830/1925/1620 mm with a wheelbase of 2930 mm. For comparison, it is 10 mm shorter, 25 mm narrower, and 60 mm higher than the BYD Song L. These two EVs might look like direct competitors. However, the Sea Lion 07 resembles a family-friendly SUV, while the Song L has a much sportier design. So, these cars aim at different groups of buyers. The Sea Lion 07 has several wheel options: 235/50 R19, 255/45 R19, and 245/40 R20.

Back to the Sea Lion 07, its front and rear tracks equal 1660 mm. Approach and departure angles are 16 and 19 degrees, respectively. Front and rear overhangs are 900 mm and 1000 mm, respectively. The Sea Lion 07 has a 5-seat layout. It adopts the CTB (Cell to Body) setup, so its battery top cover is integrated into the floor, increasing volume utilization by 66% and vertical space by 10 mm.

BYD Sea Lion powertrain​

BYD Sea Lion 07 specs
There is no information about the Sea Lion 07’s battery capacity. However, the Chinese MIIT disclosed the information about this vehicle’s electric motors:

• 170 kW peak power, 70 kW rated power, 210 km/h top speed
• 230 kW peak power, 70 kW rated power, 225 km/h top speed
• 4WD, 390 kW (160 kW + 230 kW) peak power, 145 kW (75 kW + 70 kW) rated power, 225 km/h top speed

The curb weight of the BYD Sea Lion 07 lies at 2,155 – 2,330 kg, depending on the powertrain. The gross weight is 2,530 – 2,705 kg. This vehicle will rival the Tesla Model Y in China. CarNewsChina expects its price to lie in the 200,000 – 260,000 yuan range (28,150 – 36,580 USD).

Source: MIIT

 

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Haval second-gen H9 SUV revealed by Chinese MIIT

The second-gen H9 will be offered in gasoline-powered and diesel versions.

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On January 15, Haval’s new second-gen H9 SUV was found on the newest declaration catalog by the Chinese MIIT, available in gasoline-powered and diesel versions, and is expected to be launched in the first half of this year. For reference, the current H9 has a price tag of 215,000 yuan (~30,000 USD). The second-gen H9’s price range might be around that.


Gasoline-powered version dimensions

• 4950 (5000)/1960 (1976)/1930 mm
• 5070/1960 (1976)/1930 mm

Diesel version dimensions

• 4950 (5000)/1976/1930 mm
• 5070/1976/1930 mm

All models will have a 2850 mm wheelbase, expected to position as a medium-to-large SUV. In addition, the front and rear overhangs are relatively short, which can increase the approach and departure angles.

The new car has the characteristics of a typical hard-core off-road vehicle, with a square box shape, an external spare tire, longitudinal taillights, roof racks, and high-mounted brake lights.
Gasoline-powered version physical specs
Judging from the declaration image, the gasoline-powered version will be available in three models with three different front grille, rear, and roof designs, riding on 17/18/19-inch rims.

Diesel version physical specs
The diesel version will be offered in two models, riding on 18-inch rims. The front grille is embedded with the HAVAL letter logo, coupled with round headlights on both sides.
The second-gen H9 gasoline-powered four-wheel drive version will be equipped with a 2.0T engine that outputs 165 kW and 385 Nm, mated to an 8AT. The fuel consumption per 100 km will be around 10.2 to 10.7 L and the top speed will be 180 km/h. Furthermore, the second-gen H9 diesel version will be powered by a 2.4T engine that outputs 135 kW, mated to a 9AT. The torque spec was not revealed. The top speed will be 170 km/h.
Similar to the other Haval vehicles, the second-gen H9 will roll out a plug-in hybrid version powered by Great Wall Motor’s Hi4-T system.

Source: Chinese MIIT

 

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BYD’s YangWang U7 applied for the sales license with almost 1,300 hp

The YangWang U7 sedan applied for the sales license in China with four e-motors. The EQS rival with a price of 140,000 USD.

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The YangWang U7 sedan from BYD applied for a sales license in China, revealing its impressive specs. It is a large vehicle with four electric motors for 960 kW and a 270 km/h top speed. This year, it will hit the market with a price tag of 1 million yuan (140K USD).

For those new to Chinese cars, we will clarify that YangWang is a luxury brand under BYD, the world’s biggest new energy vehicle (BEV + PHEV + EREV) maker. It was founded last year. Its current model line comprises a large EREV off-roader called U8. This year, two more YangWang-branded models will hit the Chinese market: the U9 sports car and the U7 luxurious saloon. The U9 applied for the sales license in December 2023. And the U7 has just joined its cousin.

YangWang U7 specs revealed​

The YangWang U7 was previously revealed in official images. It has large LED headlights, a large air intake, and a sloped bonnet in the front. We can highlight a LiDAR sensor on the roof, retractable door handles, 274/40 R21 wheels, and an active spoiler in the rear end. According to the Chinese regulator’s fillings, the U7 can be equipped with cameras instead of side-view mirrors.


The YangWang U7’s dimensions are 5265/1998/1517 mm with a wheelbase of 3160 mm. For clarity, it is 42 mm longer, 70 mm wider, and 1 mm lower than the EQS. But the U7’s wheelbase is 50 mm shorter. The U7’s front and rear tracks are 1710 mm and 1717 mm, respectively. Its approach and departure angles are 14 and 15 degrees, respectively. Worth mentioning the U7 has a drag coefficient of 0.195 Cd.
YangWang U7 specs (translated by Google)
The YangWang U7 has an LFP battery made by FinDreams, a BYD subsidiary. Its capacity has yet to be revealed. The U7 can use the YangWang U9’s 80-kWh pack. In this case, its range will be around 500 km (CLTC). A battery supplies energy to four electric motors. Each has a peak power of 240 kW (rated power is 65 kW). The total power output of the YangWang U7 reaches 960 kW (1,287 hp). This amount of power lets the U7 speed up to 270 km/h despite its huge curb weight of 3,095 kg.
YangWang U7 specs (translated by Google)
The gross weight of the YangWang Y7 reaches 3,470 kilos. Inside, the U7 has optional 4- or 5-seat layouts. The interior of the U7 was previously spied with three screens in the center console.


The YangWang U7 will enter the Chinese market this year with a price tag of 1 million yuan (140K USD). We will keep an eye on this sedan, so stay tuned!
Source: MIIT

 

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GM’s Baojun Yep Plus revealed with five doors and 401km range

The Baojun Yep Plus was finally revealed with five doors, a 75-kW electric motors and 401 km of range. To launch in Q1 2024.

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The Baojun Yep Plus five-door SUV from the SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) joint venture was revealed in China. It will launch in Q1 this year with a 75-kW electric motor, a 150 km/h top speed, and a CLTC range of 401 km. Let’s get to know this model better.

Baojun is a young brand under SGWM joint venture formed by Chinese SAIC, Wuling, and American General Motors. It focuses on manufacturing electric cars for big cities.
The three-door Baojun Yep
Last year, Baojun launched the Yep city car, which looks like a bulky off-road SUV. It has three doors, a body length of 3381 mm, an e-motor for 50 kW, and a 28.1-kWh LFP battery for a 303 km range. In 2023, the Baojun Yep’s cumulative sales reached 14,683 units. It isn’t an imposing number, considering its low starting price of 83,800 yuan (11,785 USD).

Baojun Yep Plus official images​

The Baojun Yep Plus follows the design language of the three-door version. It has blackened pillars, a white roof, short overhangs, five-spoke gray rims, and blocky headlights. From the back, the Baojun Yep has a swing-out trunk door. The main feature of the Yep Plus is five doors. As a result, its wheelbase was elongated to 2560 mm from 2110 mm. The exact dimensions of the Baojun Yep Plus reach 2996/1760/1726 mm.

The Boajun Yep Plus was displayed in the official images without the screen on the car’s rear, which is available for a three-door model. Maybe the five-door version will get this variant later.
The Baojun Yep Plus will have a single electric motor in the rear axle for 75 kW (101 hp). Its battery capacity is unknown. However, Baojun mentioned that the CLTC range of the Yep Plus will reach 401 km. The top speed of this SUV will reach 150 km/h.

The Baojun Yep Plus will hit the Chinese market in Q1 2024. Its price tag has yet to be revealed. However, we think its price will be around 150,000 yuan (21,100 USD).
Source: Baojun