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The Volkswagen ID.ERA 8X has been revealed, with pre-sales starting September 28. Positioned as a mid-to-large size SUV with a large five-seat layout, officially dubbed a "German driving flagship SUV." Exterior features connected light strips and L-shaped daytime running lights with a six-core headlight design. Dimensions are 5,020/1,997/1,750mm with a 2,970mm wheelbase. Interior follows the ID.ERA 9X design with dual-spoke steering wheel, instrument magic screen, Smart surface door panel and 15.6-inch 2.5K dual screens. Chassis uses cloud chassis and VMC control system with dual-chamber air suspension and intelligent road-preview magic carpet system. Powertrain combines a 1.5L range extender (105kW) with a 220kW motor. The 51.1kWh battery delivers over 340km CLTC EV range and 1,400km total; the 65.2kWh version offers over 400km EV and 1,500km total range.

The new Zhiji LS6 will officially launch on September 23 with pre-sales already open for three trims at 209,900-264,900 yuan. The exterior maintains the T-shaped Falcon intelligent headlights and connected taillights, with color options including Athena White, Goya Black, Jumi Silver, Mucha Green, Tuner Gray and Rafael Tea. Dimensions are 4,937/1,988/1,671mm with a 2,960mm wheelbase. Interior features a 27.1-inch 5K MiniLED dual screen and 15.6-inch 3K MiniLED passenger screen running AIOS 1.0. ADAS uses IM AD ZETA with L4-level model capabilities applied to L2 driving. Powertrains include single-motor RWD (245kW/300kW) and dual-motor AWD (200kW+300kW, 500kW combined), with 76/93/103kWh batteries delivering 650/782/750km CLTC range.

CEER is Saudi Arabia's first domestic automotive brand, unveiling its inaugural models: the EXOBOT SUV and EXOBOT SEDAN. The EXOBOT SEDAN is a large EV sedan (5,260/2,102/1,428mm, 3,200mm wheelbase) while the EXOBOT SUV is a large EV SUV (5,016/2,102/1,693mm, 3,200mm wheelbase). Both feature wedge-shaped bodies, gull-wing doors, 800V architecture and camera mirrors. The SEDAN uses a tri-motor AWD system (850hp) achieving 0-100km/h in 2.6 seconds with a 112kWh battery delivering 670km NEDC range. Both offer dual-chamber air suspension, steer-by-wire and rear-wheel steering. Interior features a yoke steering wheel and 48-inch 8K panoramic screen with English and Arabic voice assistants. Level 2 ADAS is standard.

The new Peugeot 4008 will launch on September 23, maintaining the current exterior and interior design with a highlight new orange/yellow interior color covering door panels and seats with upgraded texture. Dimensions are 4,510/1,850/1,628mm with a 2,730mm wheelbase. Interior features a 12.3-inch instrument and 10-inch central screen with CarLife and HiCar connectivity plus front seat heating. Powertrain uses a 1.6L turbocharged engine (125kW/250Nm) paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The new Peugeot 5008 will launch on September 23, with the main change being a new black/beige interior color scheme creating a homier feel. Dimensions are 4,670/1,855/1,655mm with a 2,840mm wheelbase, offering 5- and 7-seat layouts with removable third row and up to 2,040L storage. Features continue from the current model including a 12.3-inch instrument, 10-inch central screen, 360° camera, AR navigation, night vision, ADAS 2.0 and Huawei HiCar. Powertrain uses a 1.8L turbo engine (211hp/300Nm) with 8-speed auto, achieving 7.26L/100km WLTP fuel consumption, with enhanced Grip Control for multi-terrain adaptation.

Proton has launched the S70 Lite and Prime as new entry-level variants priced at RM59,800 and RM62,800 respectively (RM56,800 and RM59,800 after RM3,000 discount until December 31). Visual differences from higher trims include a full-black grille and no connected LED taillight bar. Both use a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine (120hp/150Nm) paired with a torque converter CVT. The Lite features halogen headlights, 16-inch wheels, analog instrument cluster and 8-inch screen with manual fabric seats; the Prime adds LED headlights, 17-inch wheels and leather seats. Both include 6 airbags, ESC, BSM and RCTA but omit AEB, ACC and LKAS. Standard benefits include 5-year warranty and 6 free services.