BYD Atto 3 2025 Model Launched in Australia and India with Minor Upgrades
2025/03/12
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XPeng MONA L03 Official Images Released: Plum Jam Color, BEV and EREV Powertrains, July Debut with Year-End Launch
XPeng has officially released images of the MONA L03 compact SUV, unveiling the Plum Jam body color option. The model continues the MONA family's signature design language with fluid, rounded lines and a pronounced coupe-like stance for sporty aesthetics. Dimensions measure 4,650/1,920/1,600 mm with a 2,850 mm wheelbase. The profile features semi-flush door handles, dual five-spoke wheels, and colored brake calipers to enhance athletic character. The rear employs full-width flowing LED taillights with side air vents echoing the front fascia design. Powertrain options include both BEV and EREV systems, with a July debut planned and year-end market launch anticipated. The MONA L03 will further expand XPeng's portfolio in the 150,000–200,000 yuan new energy SUV segment, targeting broader demographics through youthful design and dual-powertrain strategy.
Maextro S800 Grand Design Collector's Edition to Launch on June 25: Positioned as 1.6-2 Million Yuan Large Luxury Vehicle, 3,370 mm Wheelbase
Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) has announced the Maextro S800 Grand Design Collector's Edition will launch on June 25. Positioned as a large luxury vehicle and a bespoke variant of the S800, the model is expected to be priced between 1.6 and 2 million yuan. It offers both BEV and EREV powertrains: the BEV variant features a 120.043 kWh battery with 780 km CLTC range, while the EREV variant carries a 63.262 kWh battery with 265–276 km WLTC electric range, paired with a 1.5T range extender. The exterior emphasizes exclusive luxury customization with two new two-tone colors—Distant Mountain Indigo and Rising Sun Gold—featuring a gold brand emblem, three-dimensional gold hood accents, exclusive 21-inch 25-spoke Sun Halo gold wheels with Arisun tires, and Grand Design badging on fenders, C-pillars, and door sills. Dimensions measure 5,480/2,000/1,536 (1,542) mm with a 3,370 mm wheelbase, configured as a four-seat large luxury model delivering ultimate spaciousness for premium business and exclusive travel scenarios.
BYD Seal 08 Expected to Launch on July 2: Dealer Pre-Deduction at 250,000 Yuan, Positioned as Mid-Large Flagship Sedan
BYD's new flagship mid-large sedan Seal 08 is expected to launch on July 2, with blind orders previously opened via the official app. Dealer sources indicate the 785 km AWD flagship variant carries a pre-deduction price of 250,000 yuan. The model adopts an all-new sporty design language, featuring full-width taillights and a ducktail spoiler on the trunk lid to align with youthful aesthetics. Dimensions measure 5,150/1,999/1,505 mm with a 3,030 mm wheelbase, positioning it as a mid-large sedan. As the Ocean Network's flagship product, the Seal 08 will further strengthen BYD's portfolio in the 200,000–300,000 yuan new energy sedan segment, enhancing brand competitiveness through premium configuration and athletic design.
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Qijing GT7 to Launch on June 26: Pre-Sale from 219,900 Yuan, Empowered by Huawei Qiankun Full-Stack Intelligent Technology
Qijing has officially announced the GT7 shooting brake will launch on June 26. Pre-sales previously opened with four configurations priced from 219,900 to 309,900 yuan. The Qijing brand is a joint creation between GAC Group and Huawei Qiankun, positioned as a premium intelligent new energy brand integrating Huawei's full-stack intelligent technology. Distribution covers 300 stores across 70 cities, scheduled for full activation by end of June through two channel models: Huawei Qiankun ADAS authorized experience centers and Qijing user centers, each serving distinct functions. This launch marks the fruition of deep GAC-Huawei collaboration, targeting the shooting brake segment to enter the premium new energy market while strengthening differentiated competitiveness in intelligent technology and channel service.
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Denza N8L Flash Charge Edition Launches on June 23: Pre-Sale from 350,000 Yuan, 800V Architecture and 2nd-Gen Blade Battery
The Denza N8L Flash Charge Edition officially launched on June 23, positioned as a large six-seat luxury mid-large SUV. Pre-sales opened on April 10 with pricing from 350,000 to 400,000 yuan. Core upgrades include an 800V high-voltage flash charging architecture and a 75.26 kWh second-generation Blade Battery, alongside enhanced God's Eye 5.0 intelligent driving, Yunian-A intelligent chassis, and luxury cabin appointments. The exterior continues the family gateinspired front fascia with a closed grille and full-width matrix DRL strip; split headlamps broaden the horizontal visual stance. The profile features smooth, straight lines with hidden water-cut design to optimize high-speed wind noise. An exclusive Danxia Ink-Red and Black two-tone paint debuts, with standard 20-inch sport wheels and optional 21-inch aerodynamic wheels on higher trims. Measuring 5,200/1,999/1,820 mm with a 3,075 mm wheelbase, the 2+2+2 six-seat layout offers generous space, representing a comprehensive product advancement.
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NIO ES8 Five-Seat Variant to Open Orders on June 28: 2+3 Layout with Significantly Enhanced Cargo Space
NIO has announced the ES8 five-seat variant will open for orders on June 28, with showroom vehicles arriving at dealerships nationwide. The current ES8 offers 6- and 7-seat configurations priced from 406,800 to 446,800 yuan, or 298,800 to 338,800 yuan with BaaS battery subscription. The new five-seat variant adopts a 2+3 layout, with overall configuration and interior design expected to align with current models. Seats feature diamond-pattern quilting for enhanced refinement. The cargo area includes a removable storage panel, delivering significantly improved luggage capacity compared to the 6/7-seat versions. This variant expands the ES8 product portfolio, addressing users with greater cargo needs and strengthening NIO's scenario coverage in the 400,000-yuan large SUV segment.