On April 16, the new Lantu FREE registration information appeared on the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology website. That day, Lantu Auto revealed the exterior of the new Lantu FREE at its Level 3 intelligent architecture technology launch. The new car will feature Huawei’s latest smart driving and HarmonyOS cockpit. The actual vehicle will debut at the Shanghai Auto Show.
Lantou FREE gets a size increase and a fresh look. This redesign brings a complete upgrade. The new car’s dimensions grow. It measures 4915×1960×1660mm, with a wheelbase of 2960mm. The design evolves significantly. The new style shifts from the sporty “Blade Mecha” to a high-end, tech-luxury aesthetic. The body transitions from sharp angles to smoother lines. The front features a closed grille, integrating the headlight assembly with a continuous LOGO light strip. The rear retains the continuous taillights and adopts a wheat-ear style for the headlights, enhancing the tech and luxury feel of the new Lantou FREE.
The new Lantu FREE features a laser radar on its roof. At the Lantu Automotive L3 intelligent architecture technology launch, Lantu announced that the new FREE will use Huawei’s latest intelligent driving system and Harmony OS cockpit. The company invested over 500 million yuan to optimize the new car, achieving more than 1,000 improvements, with 136 related to safety. Additionally, the new model will switch from ternary lithium to lithium iron phosphate batteries, enhancing battery safety.
The new model marks the first major update for the Lantu FREE. This update represents a significant leap in product capability. It aims to compete in the mid-to-large SUV market with enhanced features. The Lantu brand positions this model as its second popular offering after the Dreamer. This update sets a new benchmark for product iteration in the industry.