Micro and Small Electric Vehicle Market Enters a Phase of Differentiated Transformation, New Entrants Face Opportunities
2024/05/16
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XPeng P7+ EREV Debuts with Fresh Light Bar, Active Grille & 325km EV Range for 2026 Launch
Fresh spy shots reveal the XPeng P7+ EREV in a light-blue finish with a new two-tier light bar, body-colour rear bumper and active lower-grille intakes for better cooling. Measuring 5071×1937×1512mm on a 3000mm wheelbase, it pairs a 110kW 1.5T range extender with a 180kW rear motor and 49.2kWh LFP battery good for 325km WLTC electric range. Three Turing chips deliver 2250TOPS, 800V/5C fast-charge is on board and the car is slated to launch in 2026 .
Lexus Debuts RZ 600e F SPORT Performance Special Edition: 313 kW, 20 mm Lower, on Sale March 2026
Lexus will launch the limited RZ 600e F SPORT Performance on March 2, 2026. Lowered 20 mm and tuned to 313 kW, the special edition rides on 20-inch brakes and a Steer-by-Wire wheel for sharper response. Matte black/white or black/gray hues and molded sport seats underscore its dual street-track persona.
Zeekr 8X Spied: Slimmer Gate-Shaped Taillights & Dark-Sport Theme Distinguish It from 9X
Spy shots reveal the Zeekr 8X features slimmer, minimalist gate-shaped LED taillights and a blacked-out trim package, shedding the 9X’s chrome for a sportier stance. Positioned as a performance-oriented mid-size SUV rather than a scaled-down 9X, the 8X is slated for a Q4 2025 debut to rival the Tesla Model Y Performance.
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Geely EX2 Priced in Indonesia at RM56k-66k with 40.8kWh/116PS RWD Only, Undercuts but Misses Some eMas5 Kit
Indonesian pricing for the Geely EX2 is out: IDR 233 million (≈RM56k) for Pro and IDR 273 million (≈RM66k) for Max. Both get the 116PS/150Nm rear motor and 40.8kWh battery good for 395km NEDC range and 0-100km/h in 11.5s. Standard LED projectors (Pro) and powered driver seat (Max) impress, but the Pro makes do with only four airbags and no blind-spot or cross-traffic assist, while the powered tailgate reserved for Malaysia’s eMas5 isn’t offered at all.
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GAC-Huawei Joint Brand Qijing’s First Shooting Brake Spied, L3 ADS Ready for June 2026 Delivery
The first shooting-brake test mule of Qijing—a GAC-Huawei co-venture—has been spotted. Blending super-car styling with “million-yuan” looks, handling and intelligence, the car promises pin-point steering, ample space and track-level performance. It debuts Huawei’s latest Qijing ADS with L3 autonomy, enters nationwide road-testing and will deliver in June 2026.
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Volvo EX60 to Debut January 21 on New SPA3 EV Platform, 700 km+ Range
Volvo will unveil the EX60 electric mid-size SUV on January 21. Built on the dedicated SPA3 EV platform, it offers single-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD layouts and delivers over 700 km CLTC range. Design keeps the “Thor’s Hammer” LED headlights and vertical taillights; large footprints position it between EX30 and EX90. China production and market launch are slated for Q3 2025.