The biennial Beijing Auto Show is set to open on April 25, and due to the cancellation in 2022, this is actually a show that has been absent for 4 years, naturally attracting more attention and traffic. This year’s show will feature a record number of new cars, with a total of 117 global debuts and 41 concept cars at the 18th Beijing Auto Show. However, with such high popularity, the downside of having many new cars and high traffic is that not all models can receive enough attention. Therefore, many brands choose to release their new cars ahead of the show to avoid being overshadowed by the vast amount of information. Next, let’s take a look at these new cars that were launched in the week before the show.
Ideal L6 The smallest ideal, still the TSN car.
Since the launch of the Ideal L7, many have speculated that Ideal would introduce a smaller SUV to complete the Ideal L series. Now, after a long wait, the Ideal L6 has finally arrived, becoming the smallest Ideal with dimensions of 4925/1960/1735mm and a wheelbase of 2920mm. Clearly, this is a mid-sized SUV. In terms of design, the Ideal L6 continues the family design. Power, battery capacity, and range have slightly decreased, with features like electric doors, rear screens, rear massage, and air suspension not available. However, overall, this is still a luxurious SUV that meets the needs of those looking for a “refrigerator, TV, big sofa” combination. Without a doubt, the Ideal L6 is a model aimed at increasing cost-effectiveness and boosting sales for Ideal. It is also a crucial support for Ideal’s goal of increasing brand sales this year. Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance In one sentence, AMG has abandoned the V8 and embraced electric motors.
When the new generation C63 made its debut, some believed it to be the most rebellious AMG model ever, as it ditched the famous V8 engine for a 2.0T four-cylinder engine + electric motor plug-in hybrid powertrain. However, Mercedes-Benz stated that the new C63 is still the “strongest C 63” ever, with hybrid technology derived from F1 racing, delivering up to 680Ps/1020N·m of power, an official 0-100km/h acceleration time of 3.4 seconds, and a top speed of 280km/h. Equipped with advanced technologies such as electric exhaust gas turbocharging technology from F1, standard rear-wheel steering system, battery cooling system, and all-wheel drive system. For purists of fuel performance cars, this generation of C63 may not be “pure” enough. But it cannot be denied that the C63 with electric technology is indeed the most powerful generation in terms of power parameters in history. JETOUR T2, a more hardcore one-liner, better fitting the “Travel+” strategy of JETOUR’s “square box”.
JETOUR’s main strategy is “travel+”, and in recent years, they have implemented this concept well in their products. The JETOUR T2 is a new product created to meet the demand for “travel+camping” scenarios. To better adapt for “travel”, the JETOUR T2 has the best off-road performance in the brand’s history. With approach angle of 28°, departure angle of 30°, minimum ground clearance of 205mm, and water wading depth of 700mm, these parameters rival some off-road SUVs. To better address the “camping” scenario, the JETOUR T2 uses Chery’s top-notch KUNPENG super hybrid C-DM technology and is equipped with a large 43.24kWh battery, providing stronger power, longer pure electric range, and greater external power output capability. NEZHA L A sentence-increasing SUV price new “roll king”.
When Nezha L was first seen at the beginning of the year, most people might have thought it was a car priced at around 150,000 yuan (20720$). However, when the price range of 129,900 to 159,900 yuan (22090$) was announced, many were indeed surprised, as it is a fully equipped “refrigerator, TV, and big sofa” with a range-extending SUV that has 310km of pure electric range and 1300km of comprehensive range. Regardless of mainstream size, high configuration, excellent range, and power level, Nezha L can indeed be considered the new “king of range-extending SUVs” in terms of price. As for whether the sales volume can give Nezha enough positive feedback, perhaps the market will provide the answer. Ask the new M5 In one sentence, the “big mouth” has become a “small mouth,” but the product strength is still “far ahead.”
The appearance and interior of the new WENJIE M5 have not changed much, with the most obvious change being the front grille going from “big mouth” to “small mouth”, with other upgrades in details. However, in terms of specific configurations, the mid-term revised WENJIE M5 still has many changes. Upgrades include two 50W super fast charging ports and three 66W wired super fast charging ports throughout the vehicle, upgraded WENJIE M9 series star ring diffuser, and upgraded full aluminum alloy chassis. There is a significant improvement in intelligent driving, with the Huawei intelligent driving system standard across the range, including one laser radar, three millimeter wave radars, eleven camera groups, twelve ultrasonic radars, with a detection distance of 200 meters. The total mileage of intelligent driving HUAWEI ADS exceeds 200 million kilometers. Functions such as NCA city navigation and remote parking are also equipped. Although Yu Chengdong did not mention “far ahead” throughout the press conference, both the cheers of the audience at the conference and the actual product strength of the new WENJIE M5 successfully maintained its advantage, and are expected to continue to “lead far ahead” in the market performance. Buick GL8 Landzun PHEV In one sentence, can the “electrified” GL8 leverage the sales of the Tengshi D9?
Faced with the booming domestic new energy market, SAIC-GM is clearly eager to launch the GL8 PHEV. The new model is equipped with the latest generation PHEV smart electric hybrid system, with a pure electric range of 138km and a total range of 1370km. In addition to electrification, the new GL8 also enhances comfort and intelligent experience. Buick plans to introduce a pure electric version of the GL8 after the PHEV version. Priced at around 400,000 yuan (55250$), the GL8 Lulun PHEV targets the luxury MPV market led by models like the Tengshi D9 DM-i. The market appeal of the GL8 is unmatched by other MPV models. Is it the brand appeal of the GL8 or the thorough research of Chinese brands in the new energy market that is stronger? Let’s wait for the market’s answer. Of course, there are more new models that will be unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show, which opens on April 25th. Let’s see what excitement this year’s auto show will bring.