Shanghai auto show: summary of new MPV models: defining luxury with large space

Luxury is in power, and everyone wants to define luxury. What is real luxury? What's the difference between luxury? Every brand has its own unique understanding. How does 2023 Shanghai International Auto Show define luxury? Today, let's take a look at these five new MPV models of this Shanghai Auto Show and find out how they define large space luxury.

New Lexus LM

Release status: debut

Highlights of the new car: the replacement adopts a new design; The rear row of the 4-seat model is equipped with a 48-inch large screen; Or provide plug-in models.

In the MPV field, Lexus LM is definitely a ceiling-level model. At this year's Shanghai Auto Show, Lexus brought a brand-new LM. The brand-new design is more aggressive than cash. The borderless middle net adopts honeycomb design, and the double L-shaped daytime running lights in the light groups on both sides are highly recognizable. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are further improved compared with the current models, which are 5125 *1890 *1955 mm respectively, and the wheelbase remains unchanged at 3000 mm

Arriving in the car, the center console of the new Lexus LM has been redesigned, equipped with a three-spoke steering wheel, a full LCD instrument panel and a suspended central control panel. The interior materials are also more exquisite, and the luxury atmosphere is more prominent than the current models. In terms of seat layout, the new car offers three seat layouts: four-seat, six-seat and seven-seat. The rear screen of the four-seat model has been changed from the previous 26-inch to a brand-new 48-inch, and the seat configuration will also be upgraded.

In terms of power, the new Lexus LM will continue to be equipped with a hybrid system, and it is expected to adopt a new hybrid system consisting of a 2.4T engine and an electric motor (or named LM 500h). In addition, the new car is also expected to launch a model equipped with a plug-in hybrid system, or named LM 450h+.

Weipai high mountain express -PHEV

Release status: debut

New car highlights: the brand's first MPV model; Equipped with plug-in hybrid power system; It is expected to go on sale this year.

In recent years, the number of domestic high-end MPV models has increased exponentially, and more and more car companies have taken a fancy to this promising market segment. At this year's auto show, Weipai brought the brand's first MPV model-Gaoshan DHT——PHEV. At present, this car only appears in the appearance part, and the exaggerated front face shape enhances the gas field of the whole car. The straight waterfall network adopts a large area of chrome decoration, and the brand LOGO is also integrated into it.

The body adopts a more square shape, and the waistline with high front and low back increases the visual layering of the side. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 5045* 1960* 1900mm, and the wheelbase is 3085 mm The taillights are designed through, and the light bars on both sides are arranged vertically. Although the design is simple, it does not lose its proper temperament.

In terms of power, the DHT-PHEV in Gaoshan will adopt a plug-in hybrid power system consisting of 1.5T engine+motor+battery, in which the maximum power of the engine is 1 15kW. The specific power parameters and battery life need to be further revealed by the government. However, it is reported that the new car will be officially listed for sale during the year, and interested friends can pay a little attention to it.

Hechuang V09

Release status: interior launch

Highlights of the new car: the interior is full of technology; The new car will be delivered in the fourth quarter; Simultaneously launched two concept cars of tide reform.

As early as the Guangzhou Auto Show in 2022, we saw the true face of Hechuang V09, but it only appeared in appearance at that time. Based on the concept car of Hechuang Concept-M, this car is positioned as a pure electric medium-sized MPV and an early new energy product in the MPV field. At this Shanghai Auto Show, the interior of Hechuang V09 made its debut, and the embracing design was matched with three display screens, which combined the sense of luxury and technology just right.

It is understood that the new car will adopt a 7-seat layout and provide a very popular combination of "refrigerator+color TV". Car refrigerator, 17.3-inch double-row large screen, rear independent air conditioning, small table board from soup to nuts. In terms of power, the new car comes standard with 800V high-voltage system and high-energy density battery, with a pure battery life of over 750km. In the 380kW power 4C overcharge mode, the battery life of 200km can be supplemented in 5 minutes.

At the same time, at this year's auto show, Hechuang also brought two V09 concept cars-Atelier Edition and Razer Special Edition. The former adopts a more futuristic design, and the two-color body and closed rim shape create a more sporty visual effect. On the basis of the standard model, the latter added the LOGO and classic color matching elements of the e-sports brand Razer, and the back row was equipped with a computer screen and game equipment, which directly made it a movable "e-sports room".

Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi E9

Release: The pre-sale of auto show is 330,000-390,000 yuan.

New car highlights: the pioneering work of e-series models; Equipped with GAC Chuanqi's new generation of smart electricity technology; The comprehensive endurance exceeds 1000km.

Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi E9 officially opened for pre-sale at this year's Shanghai Auto Show, with a pre-sale price of 330,000-390,000 yuan. The new car is the first model of the brand's "electrification+intelligence" strategy 2.0 era, and it is also the first product equipped with GAC Chuanqi's new generation of smart electricity technology. On the design level, E9 draws lessons from the design features and highlights of M8 Master Edition, and provides two appearance kits: Kunpeng and Lion Dance. The 7-shaped headlight group is very sharp. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 5193 *1893 *1823 mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 3070mm, so it is positioned as a medium and large MPV.

In terms of interior, Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi E9 is in place to create a sense of science and technology. Hardware, the front row is equipped with 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel, 14.6-inch central control panel and 12.3-inch passenger screen, and the rear row is also equipped with 15.6-inch ceiling folding screen. In terms of comfort configuration, the second row of the new car is equipped with first-class independent seats, which are wrapped in semi-aniline high-grade leather and have headrest sound and massage functions.

In terms of power, as a plug-in hybrid vehicle, GAC Chuanqi E9 is equipped with a 2.0TM hybrid engine, with maximum power 140kW, peak torque of 330n·m and thermal efficiency of 40.23%. At the same time, the new car is also equipped with a battery pack with a capacity of 25kWh, with a pure battery life of 106km and a comprehensive battery life of more than 1000km when fully charged with oil. With the help of GMC 400 hybrid gearbox, the acceleration time of new car 0- 100km/h is 8.8 seconds.

Pentium M9

Release: The auto show was listed at RMB229,800-RMB249,800.

New car highlights: positioning medium and large MPV；; Build on the same platform as Hongqi HQ9; Equipped with 2.0T engine +48V light mixing system.

Pentium M9 was officially launched at this year's Shanghai Auto Show, and the new car * * * launched two models, with the price of 229,800 yuan and 249,800 yuan respectively. The new car is positioned as a medium and large MPV, which is built on the same platform as the first MPV model HQ9 launched by Hongqi. Although it is not as good as HQ9 in gas field, the overall design is still fashionable. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 5280*2005* 1945mm respectively, and the wheelbase reaches 3200 mm

In terms of interior, the overall design and modeling of Pentium M9 are more traditional, and more attention is paid to enhancing practicality. In addition to a large area of soft materials and wood grain decoration, stitching and diamond decoration are added to create a good sense of luxury. In terms of intelligent configuration, the new car is equipped with a full LCD instrument panel and a 12.3-inch floating central control panel. Two independent seats in the second row are equipped with heating, ventilation and massage functions.

In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, supplemented by a 48V light mixing system, with a maximum power of 252 HP and a peak torque of 380n·m, matching an 8-speed automatic manual transmission. In terms of chassis, the new car adopts the combination of front McPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension.

Summary: Although there are not many MPV models newly released at this auto show, each model has played a positive role for the brand and even the industry. At the same time, we can see that, except the brand-new Lexus LM, the other four models are all made in China brand, and they are mainly in high-end fields, which shows that the development of China's automobile industry has been very prominent. If you have the opportunity to go to the auto show, you may wish to experience these cars yourself.

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