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VinFast has launched the VF MPV 7 battery-electric seven-seater in Indonesia, with local CKD assembly at its Subang, West Java facility marking a key milestone in its global manufacturing expansion. Sized comparably to the Toyota Innova Zenix, the MPV features a 150kW front-mounted motor and 60.2kWh LFP battery delivering up to 450km NEDC range, with 80kW DC fast charging capability. Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloys, 360-degree camera, 10.1-inch touchscreen, and Bahasa Indonesia voice-controlled virtual assistant.

Voyah has announced the Taishan X8 will launch on May 22, with pre-sale pricing set between RMB 302,900 and 389,900. Positioned as a five-seat full-size SUV, the vehicle measures 5,200/2,025/1,814mm with a 3,090mm wheelbase and offers both PHEV and BEV powertrain options. Intelligent capabilities center on an 896-line dual-optical-path image-grade LiDAR and Huawei Qian Kun ADS (Advanced Driving System). The exterior features an active illuminated grille, split headlamps with DLP intelligent projection, electric doors, and a galactic taillight design across six color options. The cabin integrates the HarmonySpace 5.2 intelligent cockpit with dual 15.6-inch Huawei smart displays, a 10.25-inch instrument cluster, and a 55-inch AR-HUD, reinforcing Voyah's technical positioning in the premium new energy SUV segment.

The GWM Wey G9 launched in Malaysia in late January, becoming the seventh seven-seater luxury MPV in a segment where Chinese NEVs including the Denza D9, Zeekr 009, Xpeng X9 and GAC M8 challenge the Toyota Alphard and Vellfire's dominance. Priced at RM269,380 nett, the Wey G9 emerges as the most accessible option, with Chinese models clustered within RM60,000 of each other. In contrast, Toyota's flagship variants exceed RM540,000, positioning the Chinese MPVs primarily against similarly-priced grey-market parallel import "recon" units.

SAIC-GM-Wuling's Bingo Pro is scheduled for official launch on May 22, following the opening of pre-sales for four trim levels priced between RMB 58,800 and 72,800. Positioned between the standard Bingo and Bingo S, the five-door, five-seat hatchback measures 4,050/1,758/1,580mm with a 2,560mm wheelbase. Its neo-retro design language features circular LED headlamps with tri-segment arc light strips and rounded rectangular taillights. The cabin incorporates dual 12.8-inch displays, an electronic column shifter, and cloud-soft wraparound seats, powered by the Ling OS infotainment system with AI voice activation. The Bingo Pro delivers a maximum CLTC range of 403km and is available in four color options including Hepburn Green and Rover Silver.

Denza Malaysia has launched its second model, the B8, offering Premium (6-seat) and Dynamic (7-seat) variants priced at RM518,800 and RM458,800 respectively (on-the-road without insurance). The export-market version of the Fangchengbao Bao 8, the B8 is a body-on-frame large off-road SUV measuring 5,195/1,994/1,905mm with a 2,920mm wheelbase. It features BYD's DMO (Dual Mode Off-road) PHEV system, combining a 2.0L turbocharged engine with dual electric motors for a combined output of 578PS and 760Nm, achieving 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds. The 36.8kWh Blade Battery delivers 115km CLTC electric range and 905km total range. Off-road capabilities include DiSus-P hydraulic suspension with 140mm height adjustment, 800mm wading depth, and approach/departure angles of 34°/35°. The cabin features a 17.3-inch infotainment display, Devialet 18-speaker audio, and dual 50W wireless charging. Purchase incentives include 6-year/150,000km vehicle warranty, 8-year/160,000km battery warranty, and 6-year free maintenance.

Geely Auto has announced the Galaxy Xingyao 7 will officially launch on May 22, following the opening of pre-sales for four trim levels priced between RMB 112,800 and 142,800. Positioned as a mid-size PHEV sedan, the vehicle measures 4,958/1,915/1,505mm with a 2,852mm wheelbase. Its exterior features a vertical "Galaxy Waterfall" grille with an illuminated mesh, "Flying Eave Tiger Gaze" LED headlamps with dual-projector lenses and eyebrow-shaped DRLs, and 19-inch "Starlight" multi-spoke wheels. Core technologies include the e-AWD intelligent electric all-wheel-drive system, the Qianli Haohan H3 advanced driver-assistance solution, and next-generation chassis architecture, strengthening Geely Galaxy's presence in the new energy vehicle segment.