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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.

NIO has launched the EC6 Lingyun Special Edition with a full purchase price starting at 369,800 yuan or 261,800 yuan with BaaS battery rental. Orders placed by September 30 enjoy zero down payment with flexible installment terms and first-year rental discount for 100kWh battery. The special edition features Lingjing Purple exterior color with Moon appearance package, purple brake calipers, 21-inch wheels and AURA EDITION badge. Dimensions are 4,849/1,995/1,697mm with a 2,915mm wheelbase. Interior uses Bafteng Purple with purple accents and Moon trim. ADAS features the Xiaogong NX9031 chip and SOS Tianzhong OS with 29 sensors supporting point-to-point NOA. Powertrain combines front AC asynchronous and rear permanent magnet synchronous motors (490hp/700Nm) with a 100kWh battery delivering 635km CLTC range.

Hongqi has opened pre-sales for the G919 with 3 variants priced at 359,800-439,800 yuan with 9 priority benefits. Positioned as a mid-to-large off-road SUV with body-on-frame construction, featuring a range-extended powertrain with quad motors. The exterior showcases Eastern aesthetics with mortise-and-tenon design elements and heritage LED headlights. Dimensions are 5,135/2,050/1,950mm with a 2,900mm wheelbase. Interior features a Snapdragon 8295P chip, dual 17.3-inch screens and Dynaudio 18-speaker 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos system. Off-road capabilities include three differential locks and all-scenario air suspension. Combined output reaches 620kW/1,320Nm with 0-100km/h in 4.5 seconds, 280km EV range and 1,350km total range. ADAS features Sinan 5.0 Max with a 384-line lidar and infrared night vision system.

The new Nissan N7 has launched with 6 variants priced at 119,900-156,900 yuan (special prices: 109,900-146,900 yuan). Key changes include lidar on select trims, a new "Qinggan" light green color and updated door handles. Dimensions are 4,930(4,967)/1,895/1,492mm with a 2,915mm wheelbase, Cd 0.208. Interior features a 15.6-inch 2.5K screen and 10.25-inch instrument with 8295P chip and NISSAN OS 2.0. ADAS uses 30 sensors, 8650P chip and Momenta R7 supporting full-scenario C-NOA. Two motor options (160kW/210kW, both 305Nm) pair with 56/71kWh batteries delivering 525-635km CLTC range. All variants include 6.6kW V2L.

MINI has launched the COOPER Cool Britannia Special Edition with 4 variants priced at 208,800-320,800 yuan, plus a limited Collector's Edition EV at 298,888 yuan (3 units). Inspired by the Union Jack, it offers Chili Red, Rebel Blue, Magic Blue, British Racing Green, Grey and Pepper White with a white roof. Features include roof graphics, hood decals and Union Jack valve caps. Interior offers British-themed headrest covers, button covers and welcome pedals. The electric version uses a single motor (160kW/330Nm) with a 51.5kWh battery delivering 463km CLTC range. The petrol version features a 2.0L turbo engine (150kW/300Nm) paired with a 7-speed DCT.

BYD has revealed design details of the new-generation Seagull. Dimensions are 4,205/1,810/1,570mm with a 2,650mm wheelbase, 425mm longer, 95mm wider and 150mm longer in wheelbase than the current model. Exterior maintains the classic front face with new trident-position lights and lens headlights, redesigned bumper with genuine air ducts and roof-mounted lidar. Interior is completely renewed with a large central screen (no instrument cluster), physical buttons and wireless charging. Powertrain uses a permanent magnet synchronous motor (95kW, 40kW more than current model) reaching 150km/h, with LFP battery.