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Mercedes-AMG unveiled the AMG GT SUV at its 140th anniversary celebration in Stuttgart – the brand's first native pure EV high-performance SUV since becoming independent, built on the exclusive AMG.EA platform. Positioned as a mid-to-large pure EV high-performance SUV, it directly targets the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric, with global deliveries starting in early 2027. Three variants are offered: GT 63, GT 55 and GT 53. The GT 63 and GT 55 use three axial-flux motors (1 front, 2 rear) producing a combined 860kW (1,169HP) with ~2,000Nm torque, achieving 0-100km/h in ~2.5s and 0-200km/h in 6.8s at 270km/h top speed. Battery options are 106kWh and 128kWh with 800V architecture delivering up to 700km WLTP range, and 710kW charging adds 450km in just 10 minutes.

The WEY Gaoshan 8 HEV will start pre-sale on October 19, positioned as a mid-to-large MPV with a 2.0L oil-hybrid system and standard Hi4 AWD for balanced power and fuel efficiency, while also featuring an intelligent cabin and advanced driver assist system. The exterior adopts the "High Mountain Flowing Water" design concept with a two-tone body, full-width daytime running lights and large chrome trim. Dimensions are 5,280×1,960×1,900mm with 3,145mm wheelbase. Interior is expected to match the Gaoshan 8 Wisdom version with dual 15.6-inch center and passenger screens plus a 21.4-inch 4K rear entertainment display, powered by Coffee Pilot 4 with roof-mounted LiDAR. The 2.0L engine produces 175kW with 190km/h top speed, mated to a 3.64kWh ternary lithium battery.

Spy shots reveal the Zhengzhou Nissan new NV200 as a compact MPV, expected to offer 4 variants with ICE and PHEV powertrains, 80-150km pure EV range, priced 80,000-180,000 yuan, launching as early as October. The exterior features new "crab-claw" LED headlights, a closed grille and a full-width lower vent, with some variants getting a front camera. The A-pillar has a triangular window to reduce blind spots, plus large side mirrors and sliding doors. The redesigned interior has a tiered center console with a large screen, physical buttons, USB ports and a dual-spoke multifunction steering wheel. Three-row seating with 6 or 7 seats to be confirmed.

The new AITO M7 appears in the latest MIIT filing as a mid-to-large SUV offering extended-range and pure EV powertrains with 5/6-seat configurations. The exterior retains the current minimalist family design with a roof-mounted LiDAR. Dimensions are 5,080×1,999×1,780mm with 3,030mm wheelbase; 20/21-inch wheels are optional. Options include wheel styles, electric running boards and fender trim. The pure EV variant has dual motors (160kW/227kW) with ternary lithium battery; the extended-range version uses a 1.5L range extender (118kW) with dual motors (170kW/227kW) and LFP battery.

Tesla has updated the Model 3 in Malaysia, following the same revision in China earlier this month. Key updates include a larger 16-inch central touchscreen (up from 15.4 inches, with higher resolution and faster refresh rate in China), new V2L vehicle-to-load functionality requiring the RM350 Tesla Outlet Adapter, a new Zen Grey interior (RM5,000 over the standard black), and darkened "Dark Nova" 19-inch wheels (RM7,500 option). The Performance AWD gets a new TL2 front motor improving efficiency, pushing WLTP range to 600 km – 29 km more than the 571 km from October 2025 and 72 km more than the 528 km at launch in 2024. Performance outputs remain 460 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and 261 km/h top speed.

On October 17, AION officially opened pre-sales for the Ray7 with 5 variants priced at 128,800-158,800 yuan. Positioned as a mid-to-large sedan, it marks AION's 10th anniversary and debuts the new Ray series with refreshed branding, design language, chassis, powertrain and intelligence. The design features a star-ring full-width light bar; dimensions 4,960×1,900×1,455mm with 2,920mm wheelbase and fastback silhouette with semi-hidden door handles. The intelligent system uses 27 sensors including a 192-line LiDAR and three 4D mmWave radars with WeRide's L4-level model. The cabin has a wraparound design with a 15.58-inch center screen, integrated sport seats and triple-layer UV-blocking panoramic roof. Huawei provides the 180kW motor (235Nm torque) with CATL batteries (45.58/62.98kWh) delivering 530/702km CLTC range and 33m braking from 100km/h. AION introduces the industry's first "Three Guarantees" commitment, bringing advanced NOA to the 150,000-yuan segment.