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Changan CS75 PLUS Blue Whale Super Edition Opens Blind Orders, Beijing Debut Set for April 24
Changan Auto has announced the CS75 PLUS Blue Whale Super Edition compact SUV is now open for blind orders, with four launch benefits including Midea home appliances for test drives, RMB 99 deposit offset against RMB 999 purchase price, 10,000 Gravity Domain points and an additional 10,000 points for social media delivery posts. The vehicle will make its public debut at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24. Design features a boundless front grille with V-shaped elements, star-ring full-width light bar and 7-shaped headlamps, available in seven colours including Andes Grey and Atomic Grey. The profile showcases multi-layer waistlines, dense-spoke alloys and roof rails, with wheel options of 18, 19 and 20 inches.
Cadillac Escalade IQ to Launch April 22 in China with Million-Point Blind Order Benefits
Cadillac has announced the Escalade IQ full-size electric SUV will launch on April 22 in China, following MIIT homologation and blind order opening. Customers placing orders before launch day receive 1 million brand loyalty points. The design features a closed black crystal grille with signature vertical LED headlights and full-width rear lamps, measuring 5222/2026/1799mm with a 3094mm wheelbase. Equipment includes ZF ARS rear-wheel active steering, 22-inch twin six-spoke alloys, Brembo high-performance six-piston calipers, 19-degree approach angle and 193mm maximum ground clearance.
Xpeng X9 2026 Model Launched in Malaysia as Facelifted Version Looms
The Xpeng X9 2026 model has been launched in Malaysia just 13 months after its debut. This luxury MPV remains the most technologically advanced people-mover on sale, distinguished by its futuristic space shuttle-inspired design featuring full-width light bars and a grille-less front fascia. However, a facelifted version with visual tweaks and mechanical upgrades was introduced last month in Thailand, set to reach Malaysia soon—potentially impacting resale values despite the current model's segment-leading innovation.
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Jaecoo J5 Debuts in Malaysia as Entry-Level B-Segment SUV at RM108,000
Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has launched the J5 B-segment SUV, priced at RM108,000. Powered by a 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 147PS and 210Nm through a CVT to the front wheels, the J5 achieves 0-100km/h in 10.2 seconds with a class-competitive fuel consumption of 6.4L/100km, earning EEV certification. Measuring 4,380×1,860×1,650mm with a 2,620mm wheelbase, it features MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, panoramic glass roof and double-glazed front windows. The cabin boasts a 13.2-inch 2K portrait touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-inch digital instrument cluster, 540-degree surround-view camera, 50W active-cooling wireless charger and Level 2+ ADAS. Boot capacity stands at 480L, expanding to 1,284L with rear seats folded. Early bird customers receive RM8,000 in benefits, reducing the effective price to RM102,000.
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FREELANDER Reveals Camouflaged Production Model with Huawei ADS 4.1, Launch Set for H2 2026
FREELANDER has released camouflaged images of its production model, retaining the Concept 97's boxy, rugged design with Land Rover-inspired styling. The three-tier geometric front fascia features hidden horizontal grille bars, while the profile adopts signature castle-like proportions with a pure flat roof. The rear employs vertical-cut design language creating a trapezoidal stance. The vehicle comes standard with Huawei Qiankun ADS 4.1 autonomous driving system, 896-line LiDAR and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8397 automotive-grade chip. Full brand details will be revealed in June, with market launch scheduled for the second half of 2026.
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Hyundai Boulder Concept Debuts at New York Auto Show, Previews 2030 Body-on-Frame Pickup
The Hyundai Boulder Concept SUV made its global debut at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, previewing the brand's first fully-boxed body-on-frame architecture set to underpin a production midsize pickup by 2030. Developed by Hyundai Design North America, the concept embodies the "Art of Steel" philosophy, blending sculptural beauty with functional ruggedness. Features include an upright greenhouse, dual safari-style fixed windows, and coach-style doors, emphasizing extreme off-road capability and versatility to attract American adventure seekers and expand Hyundai's truck market presence.