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The Annual Guangzhou Auto Show is on now! This year, the exhibition saw a bigger scale, showcasing 1,171 cars, including 512 NEVs and 78 global premieres with contributions from 6 multinational companies. Here are the must-see new models brought by Chinese automakers, you should never miss.
BYD Xia
The BYD Xia is a brand-new mid-to-large MPV under the Dynasty series, expected to hit the market in Q1 2025. The MPV has a seven-seat layout and over 3 meters wheelbase. By utilizing the DM5.0 system, it boasts a combined fuel and electric range of 1,500 km.
Yangwang U7
Yangwang U7, the brand's third model, features Yisifang four-motor drive system and innovative Yunnian Z vehicle body control system, ensuring the car to achieve a full algorithmic control, making it the first in the world. The car boosts a total power of 1,306 hp and an 800 km CLTC range. Accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, the fastest four-door car on the planet, attracted a large number of visitors. With the help of the tri-motor all-wheel drive system, the car boasts 1,548 hp and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 1.98 seconds. Xiaomi SU7 Ultra started pre-sale at ¥814,900 on October 29th.
JAC Huawei Maextro
JAC and Huawei team up for the Maextro, and brought the most mysterious model on this exhibition —— Maextro S800. The car is not open to the public. HIMA only invited some a few media outlets, suppliers, and some partners to watch the outlook of the car without no film allowed on site. The car is expected to rivaling Maybach and Rolls-Royce, with a price over ¥1 million.
Leapmotor B10
Leapmotor B10 made its China debut at the 22th Guangzhou Auto Show. The car is built on the B platform of the LEAP3.5 architecture offering both range-extended and pure electric power options, expected to start sale in Q1 2025. The B10 is equipped with an 8295 cockpit chip + AI large model, 8650 intelligent driving chip + lidar high-level intelligent driving. In order to cater European customers, the car is collaborated with Stellantis Group's Maserati team for chassis tuning.
MG ES5 and MG7 2025
SAIC Motor's MG brand showcased its MG7 2025 edition and the MG ES5.
The MG ES5 is built on SAIC’s Xingyun (or Starcloud) Pure-electric architecture, providing ranges of 425km, 515km, and 525km, pricing from 103,900 to 133,900 yuan. The car secured over 5,000 orders in just five days of its market release.
MG7, as a fuel-powered vehicle, features the NGP advanced driving assistance system, and a smart cabin system. The 2025 version improved 59 smart cabin functions, making it a competitive car in the segment of medium sedan under 200,000 yuan.
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