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Mercedes-Benz has officially debuted the all-electric W520 C-Class, the second model on the MB.EA platform following the GLC EV. The launch variant C400 4Matic features dual-motor AWD with 360kW (489PS) and 800Nm, achieving 0-100km/h in four seconds and a top speed of 210km/h. Equipped with a 94kWh lithium-ion battery, it offers up to 762km WLTP range and supports 800V architecture with 330kW DC fast charging, enabling 10-80% recharge in 22 minutes. Dimensions increase significantly over the W206, with a 97mm longer wheelbase at 2,962mm, enhancing cabin space. Additional RWD and AWD variants will follow next year, with the longest-range RWD version estimated at approximately 800km.

Geely Auto Group will debut its first native Robotaxi prototype at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24, developed on the Geely L4 AI Digital Architecture integrating WAM World Action Model and L4 autonomous driving technology. The vehicle features breakthrough onboard computing power and perception hardware capabilities with physical AI integration. Teaser images suggest an MPV body structure with star-ring lighting. During the show, Geely will showcase its Global AI 2.0 and Global Safety 2.0 technology systems across Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Galaxy and China Star brands, with a dedicated tech ecosystem booth featuring Super Eva, Qianli Haohan G-ASD 4.0 and Intelligent Egg Cabin innovations.

Zeekr has announced the 2026 Zeekr 009 full-size MPV will open pre-sales at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24, with Q2 market launch planned. The facelift upgrades to a full-stack 900V high-voltage architecture and Thor-U intelligent driving chip, while introducing a new seven-seat Home variant targeting multi-child families and group travel. The seven-seater features multi-angle power adjustment, ventilation and heating for all seats, dual zero-gravity second-row seats with 22-point massage, rotating captain's chairs, a 17-inch OLED ceiling screen and Zeekr 9X-equivalent Naim audio. Exterior retains the vertical chrome grille and "Light Trace" DRL design, with dimensions unchanged at 5,217/2,024/1,812(1,818)mm and a 3,205mm wheelbase.

The 2026 Zeekr 009 full-size MPV has been spotted ahead of its Q2 launch, featuring an upgraded full-stack 900V high-voltage architecture and Thor-U autonomous driving chip. The facelift retains the current model's vertical chrome grille and "Light Trace" DRL design, with revised front fog lamp trim and upgraded roof-mounted LiDAR. Dimensions remain unchanged at 5,217/2,024/1,812(1,818)mm with a 3,205mm wheelbase. The current model is offered in eight variants priced between 439,000 and 899,000 yuan.

Hyundai Motor has introduced the IONIQ 3, a fully electric compact hatchback built on the E-GMP 400V architecture, featuring a new "Aero Hatch" typology with a target drag coefficient of approximately 0.263. Offered with Standard Range (344km WLTP) and Long Range (496km WLTP) battery options, the model embodies Hyundai's "Art of Steel" design philosophy with signature pixel lighting and four-dot "H" Morse code branding. Available in eleven exterior colours with wheel options from 16- to 19-inch, including N Line variants, IONIQ 3 targets everyday drivers, young families and innovative European customers seeking functionality and style.

Audi's iconic turbocharged five-cylinder EA855 engine may receive hybrid electrification to comply with Euro 7 emissions regulations taking effect in November 2026, Autocar reports. Currently serving only the RS3 and Cupra Formentor VZ5, the engine requires substantial hardware investment including new particulate filters, sensitive NOx sensors, recalibrated injection mapping and higher cell-density catalytic converters to meet standards. Audi CEO Gernot Döllner stated the engine's future remains under board-level discussion, while R&D emphasised preserving the five-cylinder's emotional driving DNA for the compact performance segment and remaining open to multiple technological solutions, potentially including hybrid integration for a future Volkswagen Golf R variant.