New Nissan Rogue (X-Trail) Unveiled with e-Power Hybrid, 228hp Combined Output
2026/09/23
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Beijing BJ Star Platinum 5X Spied with PHEV and Pure EV Options
The Beijing BJ Star Platinum 5X has been spotted in real-world images, positioned as a mid-to-large SUV offering fuel, PHEV and pure EV powertrains. The fuel version features a square front end with a waterfall grille, while PHEV/EV variants use a closed front face. Dimensions are 4,865/2,000/1,910mm with a 2,875mm wheelbase. Interior offers a 15.6-inch dual-screen layout. The pure EV produces 227kW with an 81.9kWh battery delivering 625km CLTC range; PHEVs combine a 1.5L engine with single or dual motors (50.4kWh, 232km WLTP range); fuel version uses a 2.0L turbo engine producing 187kW.
Bentley Torcal Launches at 1.988M Yuan, First Pure EV SUV with 2.9s 0-100km/h
The Bentley Torcal made its global debut in London with a suggested retail price of 1.988 million yuan, now open for pre-order in China. Positioned as an ultra-luxury pure electric SUV on an 800V platform with dual permanent magnet synchronous motors and 113kWh battery. The base model produces 821hp/1,194Nm with 0-100km/h in 3.4s; the S version delivers 888hp/1,350Nm with 0-100km/h in 2.9s and 260km/h top speed. CLTC range is 700km with 310kW DC fast charging (10-80% in 18 minutes). The exterior features a new design language with illuminated diamond-pattern grille and slim taillights. Interior debuts 100% merino wool fabric, curved OLED screen and AR-HUD. Standard 25 ADAS sensors and 5° rear-wheel steering. Chassis features fully active suspension.
smart #2 Battery Details Revealed: 35.8kWh, 410km Range, Paris Debut October 12
The smart #2 appears in China's latest tax exemption catalog for NEVs. The model is equipped with a 35.8kWh LFP battery pack delivering 410km CLTC range. Global debut is scheduled for the October 12 Paris Motor Show, with official launch in mid-November. An early-bird program is now open with a 298 yuan deposit offering free color options, priority test drives and prizes up to 20,000 yuan. The #2 succeeds the classic fortwo, built on smart's self-developed ECA pure-electric platform with a two-seater layout measuring 2,751 (2,764)/1,669/1,555mm and 1,875mm wheelbase. Power comes from a 60kW rear motor.
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Wey Gao Shan Smart Version Launched at 309,800-385,800 Yuan
The Wey Gao Shan Smart version launched on September 23, with the Gao Shan 8 Smart at 309,800 yuan and Gao Shan 9 Smart at 385,800 yuan. New premium two-tone colors include Liu Guang Mo Green for the 8 and Liu Guang Chen Zi for the 9. The Gao Shan 8 has a 3,145mm wheelbase with 2+2+3 seven-seat layout; the Gao Shan 9 has a 3,275mm wheelbase with six-seat layout and second-row zero-gravity rotating seats supporting 45° welcome, 90° viewing and 180° face-to-face modes. ADAS features Coffee Pilot 4 with 28 sensors including a 192-line front lidar and NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor chip (700 TOPS), supporting urban/highway/park NOA. The Gao Shan 8 PHEV uses a 1.5L hybrid (357kW/644Nm) with 270km EV/1,199km total range; the Gao Shan 9 PHEV uses a 2.0L hybrid (405kW/782Nm) with 265km EV/1,166km total range. The Gao Shan 8 HEV is expected Q4 2026.
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Great Wall Menglong PLUS Two New Variants Launched at 177,800 Yuan
Great Wall has launched two new Menglong PLUS variants: the Hi4 255 Ultra at 189,800 yuan and the Li Hun (Soul) version at 196,800 yuan, with limited-time prices of 177,800 and 184,800 yuan. The Li Hun features an exclusive factory exterior kit with 18-inch AT tires and full blacked-out styling, while the Hi4 255 Ultra reverts to basic L2 ADAS. Dimensions are 4,912/1,950/1,905mm with a 2,850mm wheelbase. Powertrain combines a 1.5L turbo engine with dual motors (330kW/660Nm), 44.7kWh ternary lithium battery delivering 255km CLTC electric range, with 0-100km/h in 5.8 seconds. Off-road features include an electronic rear differential lock, tank turn and creep mode.
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Jetour Traveler 7 Pre-Sales Start at 149,900 Yuan, Boxy SUV with 7 Variants
Jetour has opened pre-sales for the Traveler 7 with 7 variants priced at 149,900-179,900 yuan, including fuel (1.5TD/2.0TD) and C-DM plug-in hybrid versions. The boxy design features retro round headlights with a horizontal light bar and body-color wheel arches. Dimensions are 4,827/2,006/1,875mm with a 2,800mm wheelbase. Interior offers electronic column shifter, 12-layer cloud seats, 23-speaker audio and 256-color ambient lighting. ADAS uses Falcon 500 with Horizon Journey 6M chip. The 2.0T fuel engine produces 187kW; the C-DM hybrid delivers 575kW/835Nm with a 45.12kWh battery providing 251km EV and 1,400km total range. Off-road includes XWD AWD, 27° approach/30° departure angles, 220mm ground clearance and 700mm wading depth.