On June 1st, Dongfeng Fengxing launched its first luxury new energy MPV Star Sea V9 globally, with a price range of 19.99 to 27.99 million yuan. Star Sea V9 has 5 models, including 3 for family use and 2 for business. The new car is positioned as a large new energy MPV, equipped with a Mach hybrid system, using an 800-volt high-voltage platform, with L2+ level assisted driving capabilities, targeting the market for fuel vehicles priced between 200,000 and 300,000 yuan (41420$), impressing users with savings, spaciousness, and intelligence.
In terms of appearance, the Xinghai V9 features Chinese design elements. The front grille comes in two versions, one with Chinese knots and the other with nine steps like those in front of the Forbidden City. The side profile and interior design are inspired by the beauty of rivers and mountains. The split-type intelligent headlights are equipped with 150 LED bulbs, offering smart features like automatic anti-glare and width prompts.
In terms of space, the Star Sea V9 is 5251x1920x1810mm, with a wheelbase of 3018mm and a 2+2+3 seven-seat layout, with a space utilization rate of 85.2%. The front row is equipped with comfortable features, including a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support and an 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat with lumbar support, both with heating, ventilation, and 8-point massage. The second row features independent skin-friendly aviation seats with 11 layers of design, allowing for adjustment in all directions and manual adjustment of the middle aisle for easy access to the third row. The third row space is also good, with a height of 1.8 meters passengers can sit comfortably.
Thanks to the 1020mm long slide rails of the second row seats, the Xinghai V9 creates a magic space by folding down the front two rows separately to meet different needs. The third row features a sinking design to support a 4:6 folding ratio, with a cargo volume of 593 liters when fully loaded with 7 people. After complete storage, a flat floor is obtained, enough to accommodate four adult bicycles.
In terms of power, the Xinghai V9 uses a 1.5TD Mahle hybrid system with a maximum thermal efficiency of 45.18%. Fengxing claims to have the best calibration strategy for better energy-saving effects in pure electric, hybrid, and extended range modes, achieving a comprehensive range of 1300 kilometers under CLTC standards. In addition to the entry-level 100-kilometer pure electric range, the other four configurations all have a 200-kilometer pure electric range.
In terms of intelligence, in addition to smart headlights, the cabin uses the Qualcomm 8155 chip, with 64 colors of ambient lighting, a 41-inch triple screen, and a 50-inch HUD. The interior visual supports gesture control, facial recognition, and can automatically adjust music volume, open windows, and ventilation in scenarios such as making phone calls and smoking. In terms of assisted driving, the Xinghai V9 uses an integrated parking controller, with the control system hardware using the mainstream Mobileye Q4+ TDA4VM chip, equipped with a 5R 5V 12U sensor architecture, matching high-precision maps and positioning. It supports automatic parking, valet parking, high-speed elevated navigation assistance, narrow lane assistance, track reversing, and other 30 L2+ level assisted driving functions.
The Xinghai V9 supports external output of 3.3kW through the charging port, convenient for outdoor activities like camping. It also has a 220V power socket inside the car, making it convenient for business people to work or for home entertainment and learning. The Xinghai V9 competes with fuel MPVs priced between 200,000 to 300,000 yuan (41420$), offering space, power, comfort, and intelligent features. Dongfeng Fengxing is offering 10 benefits for those who buy, including subsidies, low-interest rates, free data, assisted driving, and free charging stations. Users interested in MPVs can visit the store for a test drive experience.
