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China-specific Nissan Pathfinder entered the market 21:30​


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Sales of the domestic version of the Nissan Pathfinder crossover, which is unlike the cars of the same name offered in other markets, started in China. The car was offered in China at a price of 243.8 thousand yuan (₽ 3 million). reports Automatic home.
The car received original bumpers and a radiator grille with horizontal slats. It also has an original body and interior. With a length of 5130 mm, it is approximately 13 cm longer than the American version.

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The car for the Chinese market has a three-row interior with 6 or 7 seats. It has a single power unit – a 2.0 turbo engine with a variable compression ratio, producing 252 hp. It is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission from the German company ZF. The car, which is offered only with front-wheel drive in the first stage, is expected to have a four-wheel drive version later.
Previously Volkswagen Golf GTI in South Africa returned An armored vehicle that can withstand Kalashnikov bullets.





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Jaguar Land Rover vehicles will receive Chinese units 13:00​


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June 12, 2024

Within the scope of the cooperation between Jaguar Land Rover and the Chinese brand Exeed (owned by Chery), Chinese technologies and units will be used in the British brand’s cars. This was reported in the Exeed release received by socialbites.ca.
“There are two European luxury brands that will want to use our platform,” said Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile, confirming that Jaguar Land Rover will use the car brand’s Exeed hybrid and electric technology platforms.
Exeed E0X and M3X Super Hybrid hybrid and electric platforms are planned to be used in Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles. The first is for electric vehicles, with an energy consumption of 12 kWh per 100 km for sedans and 13.6 kWh for SUVs.
The latter uses a three-speed 3DHT hybrid transmission with two motors, nine operating modes and 11 combined gears. The strategic partnership will combine the efforts of Chery and Jaguar Land Rover in hybrid and electric vehicle production.
How many Solaris cars were known before launched St. The former Hyundai factory in St. Petersburg.





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China’s most prominent automobile company has created a car that takes into account the angle of inclination of the earth’s axis 11:37​


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June 13, 2024

Chinese company Hongqi has introduced the luxury executive sedan Guoli under the new Hongqi Golden Sunflower brand. In this respect reports carnewschina.com. The price of the car is 1 million dollars (89 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The dimensions of the Hongqi Guoli are 5980 x 2090 x 1710 mm, the wheelbase is 3730 mm and the curb weight is 3150 kg. The vehicle has a retro design. Crystals were used in the headlights. Additionally, the logo is tilted forward by 23.5°, corresponding to the angle of the earth’s axis.
The interior is covered in leather and features signature elements, including the gold Hongqi sunflower logo on the steering wheel. The center console is equipped with a large number of physical knobs and buttons.
The car is equipped with a 4.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 388 horsepower. with eight-speed transmission. Average fuel consumption is 15.2 liters per 100 km and maximum speed is 220 km/h.
It happened before that knownIt was stated that the Chinese car brand Exeed has started sales in Russia of a new version of the coupe-shaped crossover RX, equipped with a classic eight-speed automatic transmission from the Japanese company Aisin. The price of the car in a single Premium configuration is 5.55 million rubles.
Previously reportedAvtoVAZ showed a new version of Lada Vesta at SPIEF 2024.





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Changan introduced a powerful version of the Eado Plus sedan 00:03​


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June 2, 2024

Automobile manufacturer Changan introduced the Eado Plus sedan with a 160 hp turbo engine to the Chinese market. reports Automatic home.
The engine is accompanied by a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The car is equipped with a new radiator grille and a bumper with red decorative elements. The taillights are connected by an LED strip.
The interior features a two-tone finish combining black and red. The central screen of the media system is turned towards the driver. There is an intelligent driver assistance system with four wide-angle cameras that provide 360° views. The vehicle also has a built-in DVR. The price of the car in China is 93.9 thousand yuan (1.16 million rubles).
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China’s Haopin announces a coupe-like sedan in Tesla style 00:37​


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June 2, 2024

Chinese automaker Haopin introduced the “four-door coupe” GT with a range of 710 km. reports Automatic home.
The mid-size coupe relies on an 800-volt electrical system and is built on the AEP 3.0 platform. There is no radiator grille at the front of the body, instead there is a solid panel. The car has slim headlights and taillights. The rear bumper features a diffuser designed to emphasize the dynamic capabilities of the car.
Detailed technical specifications of the car will not be announced until the official premiere, scheduled for June 6, 2024. However, it is already known that it will receive a smart driver support system.
It was previously known that there was a joint venture between technology giant Baidu and automobile manufacturer Geely. launched A new version of the Jiyue 01 crossover.
Previously Changan launched Eado Plus is a powerful version of the sedan.





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Joint venture between Geely and Baidu launches a crossover with a range of 720 km 00:15​


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June 2, 2024

Jiyue brand, founded by automobile manufacturer Geely and technology giant Baidu, introduced the Jiyue 01 Max Long Range crossover, whose range has been increased to 720 km. In this respect reports cnevpost.com.
The car will be sold in China at a price starting from 249.9 thousand yuan (3.1 million rubles). Two versions were previously available, 71.4 and 100 kWh respectively.
The Max Long Range version, like the Performance version, is powered by a 100 kWh capacity lithium-ion battery from the famous CATL manufacturer. Equipped with a single electric motor, the range of the vehicle reaches 720 km according to the CLTC test cycle. The engine develops 272 hp. and 343 Nm. The rear-wheel drive vehicle can accelerate to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
It was previously known that Changan. presented It introduced a powerful version of the Eado Plus sedan in China.





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Haval introduced the new H6 SUV to the Chinese market 17:06​


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May 31, 2024

Chinese company Haval started sales of the updated H6 model in the domestic market. In this respect reports carnewschina.com. To pre-order, you need to make a deposit of 99 yuan (1.2 thousand rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The length of the car is 4703 mm, width 1886 mm, height 1730 mm. Wheelbase – 2738 mm. The new product differs from the pre-refresh version by a radiator grille with massive plates. The model also has vertical LED sections for daytime running lights. The taillights are new and there is no bright strip connecting them.
The interior has a new steering wheel, dashboard and center console. The equipment includes a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.6-inch multimedia touchscreen based on the Coffee OS operating system with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip and a nine-inch head-up display.
The engines remained the same: a 1.5-liter turbocharged unit with 177 horsepower and a 2.0-liter turbo engine. 231 hp Transmissions are robotic. Depending on the modification, the model is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It is possible that the car will be sold in Russia.
Previously reportedThe BAIC BJ40 SUV with a diesel engine is certified in Russia.





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The new BYD hybrid can travel 2 thousand kilometers non-stop 15:57​


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May 29, 2024

Chinese company BYD introduced the Qin L sedan equipped with a new generation hybrid system. Such a car can travel more than 2 thousand kilometers without stopping. In this respect reports carnewschina.com.
The length of the car is 4830 mm, width 1875 mm, height 1495 mm, wheelbase 2790 mm. The vehicle is equipped with a full LCD instrument panel and a large 15.6-inch infotainment screen.
The sedan received a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5-liter engine and an electric motor. Fuel consumption is only 2.9 liters per 100 km.
It happened before that knownThat the Chinese company Geely has introduced an all-wheel drive modification of the Atlas crossover in Russia.
Geely Atlas received the sixth generation automatically connected all-wheel drive system. In addition to the four standard driving modes (Comfort, Eco, Sport, Intelligent), two more have been added: Offroad mode for light off-road driving and Snow mode for winter driving.
Previously reportedIt was stated that Sollers plans to start producing a new minivan in 2025.





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Sales of the Yuanhang H9 crossover with a 1000 kilometer power reserve started in China 13:34​


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May 25, 2024

Sales of the Yuanhang H9 electric sports crossover have started in China. In this respect reports carnewschina.com.
It is stated that the length of the car is more than 5220 mm and the wheelbase is 3125 mm. Compared to the previous version, the car received a sportier front end design.
There is a 17-inch screen in the cabin, the media system supports facial recognition. The car is equipped with air suspension, the front seats are electrically adjustable in 14 directions.
The all-wheel drive crossover is equipped with electric motors with a peak power of up to 500 kW (680 hp). Maximum torque – 800 Nm. The vehicle can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds. Three battery options are available: 98 kWh, 120 kWh and 150 kWh, corresponding to a range of 650, 840 and 950 kilometers.
happened before this knownDongfeng started sales of the Aeolus L7 hybrid crossover in China. Prices start from 128.9 thousand yuan (1.6 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The car is equipped with a hybrid power plant based on a 1.5-liter turbo engine. Its power is 360 hp. The battery capacity of 30.31 kWh is enough to travel 205 km on electricity alone.
Russians before saidWhen driverless cars appear on the roads en masse.





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Dongfeng starts sales of Aeolus L7 crossover with “floating” roof 11:48​


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May 25, 2024

Dongfeng started sales of the Aeolus L7 hybrid crossover in China. In this respect reports carnewschina.com. Prices start from 128.9 thousand yuan (1.6 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The length of the car is 4670 mm and the wheelbase is 2775 mm. External differences of the crossover are narrow-shaped headlights and taillights, hidden door handles, as well as black trim of the front, middle and rear pillars and the “floating” roof created by glass tinting.
The crossover is equipped with a digital instrument panel with a screen with a diagonal of 10.25 inches and a media system with a Qualcomm 8155 processor, a 5G modem and a monitor with a diagonal of 14.6 inches.
The car is equipped with a hybrid power plant based on a 1.5-liter turbo engine. Its power is 360 hp. The battery capacity of 30.31 kWh is enough to travel 205 km on electricity alone. The total power reserve of the vehicle is 1500 km.
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The sales start dates of the updated Geely Emgrand have been announced 05.24.2024, 22:18​


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May 24, 2024

The Chinese company Geely has prepared an updated version of the Geely Emgrand sedan. reports Automatic home.
The car received a radiator grille with massive vertical slats, as well as a new bumper with a reshaped air intake. In addition, the car has new taillights that, unlike the pre-restyling version, are not connected by a continuous light strip. The length of the budget Geely sedan is 4638 mm, the wheelbase is 2650 mm.

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The car will be sold in the Chinese market with a 1.5 naturally aspirated engine producing 126 horsepower. and a modifier. The preliminary price range is from 69.9 to 88.9 thousand yuan (₽ 862 thousand – 1 million). Sales of the new product are expected to begin in June 2024. to explain “Chinese cars.”
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Premium crossover Voyah Free gets budget version 17:39​


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May 24, 2024

Voyah, a premium subsidiary of Dongfeng, has introduced a new hybrid version of the Free crossover. In this respect reports carnewschina.com.
It is stated that the new version of Voyah Free will retain the 1.5-liter gasoline engine. However, the new product will only have one electric motor; a 272 horsepower unit on the rear axle. The front engine 218 hp was excluded.
Electric range increased to 318 km. For all-wheel drive versions offered in the Russian Federation, ranges from 110 to 171 km.
Prices for the new product have not been announced, but it is expected to be more affordable than the all-wheel drive version of the crossover, which was sold in China for 270 thousand yuan (3.36 million rubles at the then exchange rate). broadcasting).
It happened before that knownHyundai Celesta cars, built on the same platform as Hyundai Solaris, are offered for sale in Russia at a price of 1.65 million rubles.
This price offer is included in the advertisements published in the advertisements regarding the sale of Celesta in Russia. The Celesta model is made in China. In terms of dimensions, this sedan is larger than the Solaris: the length of the Celesta is 4510 mm, the wheelbase is 2650 mm. In Russia, the sedan is offered with a naturally aspirated 1.6 gasoline engine producing 123 hp, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This power unit is familiar to Russians from many locally assembled Hyundai and Kia models, including the Hyundai Creta and Kia Rio.
Previously Kia declassified A new EV3 crossover similar in size to the Geely Coolray.





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Sunday China Drive | Avatr 12: Huawei’s Advanced Driving System 2.0 shines​


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The Avatr 12 electric fastback sedan captured the attention of automotive enthusiasts when it was first revealed at the IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, Germany. Soon after, it launched in China and has sold over 40,000 units til now. In late March, a revised version of the Avatr 12 was introduced to compete with models like the Xiaomi SU7. On this week’s Sunday China Drive, we will look at this flagship vehicle from Avatr Technology, a joint venture between Changan, CATL, and Huawei, and see how it performs.

Booking for a test drive
I went online and made reservations for a test drive for the Avatr 12 a few days in advance. This time, I picked a traditional “4s” dealership instead of a nearby shopping mall. What are the 4s? The 4s include sales, spare parts, service, and surveys. Many in China choose to go to 4s dealerships due to their reputation, even though the prices may be higher.

First Impressions
Our test car is the Avatr 12 Luxury 700 RWD, priced at 278,800 yuan (38,500 USD). Although the Avatr 12 may appear to be a large premium sports sedan, upon closer inspection, it is a four-door coupe with a fastback design that omits the rear window, contributing to its unique looks. It has frameless doors with retractable door handles. The LED headlights resemble an “E-shape” integrated into the front bumper. There is a Halo Display on the hood, which is optional.
The large fastback measures 5020/1999/1460 mm and has a wheelbase of 3020 mm. The front, side, and rear diffusers give it a sporty appearance. All the panels are well aligned. Former BMW designer Nader Faghihzadeh designed the Avatr 12, which features the design philosophy of “Future Elegance.”

The Interior
The doors open electronically, signaling the vehicle’s luxury status. The cockpit is minimalistic. The Avatr 12 has Nappa leather seats and an oval-shaped steering wheel. Dominating the center panel is a 15.6-inch floating touchscreen that runs on Huawei’s HarmonyOS. The physical buttons beneath the touchscreen control the 360 cameras and the electric windows. Wait, electric window controls on the center console? Isn’t this design from the 90s? Let’s get back to the report. Above the console lays a 35.4-inch 4K display that functions as the instrument cluster and is also customizable. Above is the digital rearview mirror. The side view cameras are optional.
The front seats include dual zero-gravity seating with temperature adjustments, massage functions, and adjustable leg support. Thanks to the unique design of the battery, the rear passengers have lots of legroom. There are no climate or entertainment controls for the rear passengers. Additionally, the car is equipped with a 27-speaker entertainment system and 64-color ambient lighting, offering personalized lighting schemes.
Storage
The Avatr 12 has a large frunk. Due to the eliminated rear window, it has a 350-liter trunk that resembles a station wagon.
Behind the Wheel
The Avatr 12 was parked in a tight spot. To get behind the wheel, the Avatr rep pulled out his smartphone and instructed the demo car to move to the main driveway so we could easily get in.
When we took the Avatr 12 on the road, I noticed very little tire noise inside the cabin. However, there was wind noise from the frameless doors during higher speeds. The oval-shaped steering wheel may provide a clear view of the instrument cluster, but it was among my least favorite features of the Avatr 12, especially when making a U-turn. Like a yolk steering wheel, it takes time to get used. During lane changes and turns, the Avatr 12 maintained its composure, demonstrating its sturdy build. While precise and accurate, the steering could benefit from more road feedback.
The Avatr 12 excels on straight roads, with Huawei’s e-motor mounted on the rear axle delivering 233 kW of power and 370 Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. However, it’s not a car you’d eagerly take on hairpin turns in the mountains. Although only slightly larger than the IM L6 in length and width, the Avatr 12 feels significantly bigger to drive even in sports mode. Without four-wheel steering, it lacks the maneuverability of its rival.
The test drive’s highlight must be Huawei’s ADS 2.0, an advanced driver assistance system that does not heavily rely on high-precision maps. We had no issues with the ADS 2.0 on the busy roads in Zhuhai, even though certain road sections were closed for road work. It accurately detected objects around our car and allowed it to speed up/ slow down, change lanes, and even make U-turns accordingly.
Upon returning to the dealership, we tested the auto parking. Like our other test drives, we completely stopped and selected the desired parking spot on the touchscreen. Within seconds, the Avatr 12 reversed and parked itself.
Battery Range
Our test car has a 94.5-kWh ternary NMC battery that can travel 700 km (CLTC) on a single charge, roughly 560 km in the real world.
Safety Features
  1. Advanced driving system (ADS) 2.0: an array of 29 sensors, including three Lidar sensors, working with a central computer to power Huawei’s ADS 2.0, enhancing safety by providing driving assistance.
  2. Comprehensive intelligent driving assistance: serves as a co-pilot, offering assistance in various driving scenarios.
  3. 360-degree perception: equipped with 34 sensors to provide awareness of its surroundings.
  4. Enhanced highway vision: providing long-range and wide-angle vision for safer driving
  5. Rapid computational power: the central computer processes data to ensure a secure and smooth ride.
Conclusion
The Avatr 12 is a luxury grand touring car that makes a statement with its combination of modern technology and design. I could not help but be drawn to its futuristic appearance, which reminds me of a concept car. However, the handling of the Avatr 12 was dull compared to the Avatr 11. Integrating a four-wheel steering system to improve this large car’s maneuverability may increase its fun factor. The spotlight lands on Huawei’s ADS 2.0, which accurately detects obstacles even in heavy traffic. It acts as a copilot and will be helpful after a long day at work or on long road trips.
The Avatr 12 may be considered a competitor to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It also competes with the Xiaomi SU7, Zeekr 001, and IM L6 in its domestic market. Avatr officials confirmed at the Beijing Auto Show that Thailand would be the initial overseas market in the second half of the year, with plans to expand into other markets that will follow.
Stay tuned for next week’s Sunday China Drive at Car News China, where more test-drive reports of China’s latest EVs are coming.
 

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BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Bao 3 official camouflage images revealed​


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On May 31, BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao off-road SUV brand released the official camouflage images of its Bao 3 pure electric SUV. The official launch is expected to be within this year, starting from 220,000 yuan (30,400 USD).

In April 2024, Fang Cheng Bao sold a total of 2,110 vehicles, bringing its 2024 cumulative sales to 13,173 vehicles. It is worth mentioning that Fang Cheng Bao did not have a sales target for 2024.
As an entry-level model of the Fang Cheng Bao brand and the brand’s third model, Bao 3 is positioned as a hardcore off-road medium-sized SUV. The Bao 3 might be available in three exterior colors: red, blue, and yellow, based on the exposed images.

The Bao 3’s design is inspired by the Star Wars armor. The front face adopts a square shape paired with split headlights, which looks similar to the previously released Fang Cheng Bao Super 3 concept car at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show. The Super 3 concept car was built based on the Bao 5, Bao 8, and BYD’s DMO predominantly electric-driven off-road platform.
Furthermore, there is an interactive screen to display the charging status of the vehicle. The screen’s display content can be customized. The front face might also adopt a closed design.
Additionally, the rear has two different styles: a full-sized spare tire and an external small container. From the side, the roof slightly slopes downward and both the hidden door handles and roof luggage racks are not absent. Currently, it is rumored that the Bao 3 will be more than 4,600 mm long and the wheelbase may reach 2,750 mm.

The interior and powertrain specifications have not been officially revealed at this time. BYD only announced that the Bao 3 will have a maximum power of 310 kW and be equipped with dual motors and electric four-wheel drive. We’ll watch closely for more information.
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