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The 2026 Jetour X70 PLUS Champion Edition mid-size SUV has officially launched with three trim levels, priced between RMB 112,900 and RMB 128,900. Limited-time promotional pricing ranges from RMB 94,900 to RMB 110,900, with trade-in incentives lowering entry price to RMB 86,900. The model retains its signature string-pattern vertical grille, LED matrix headlights and 19-inch wheels. Dimensions measure 4,749/1,900/1,720mm with a 2,745mm wheelbase. Interior features dual 12.3-inch full LCD integrated screens and crystal gear selector, offering 5-seat and 7-seat configurations with second-row seats adjustable between 25-41 degrees.

Isuzu and Toyota announced a collaboration to develop a mass-produced light-duty fuel cell electric truck based on the Elf EV platform, targeting FY2027 production start. The vehicle will feature Toyota's third-generation fuel cell system, optimized for high-frequency, long-distance cold chain logistics with rapid refueling and extended range. Both companies will jointly enhance fuel cell durability to meet commercial vehicle reliability standards and engage with local governments and businesses to promote wider hydrogen mobility adoption.

The Volkswagen UNYX 08 launched on April 16 as a mid-to-large pure electric SUV, with pre-sale pricing from RMB 239,900 to RMB 299,900. As the first vehicle co-developed by Volkswagen and XPENG, it measures 5,000/1,954/1,688mm with a 3,030mm wheelbase. Exterior features include a closed grille with illuminated gold VW logo, split headlights with over 400 LEDs, and eight color options. The cockpit offers a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster paired with dual 14.96-inch 2.4K central and passenger screens, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P chipset with four-zone voice control and 20-speaker UNYX audio system. Pre-sale benefits include RMB 99 deposit offsetting RMB 2,000 purchase price.

Toyota UK announces multiple product and corporate updates: Corolla Commercial adds Driver Monitor Camera, new upholstery and paint options; Land Cruiser Commercial wins 2026 What Car? Van Award; all-new RAV4 PHEV press kit published; GR Yaris to receive steering and suspension upgrades; GR Heritage Parts Project launches A80 Supra instrument panel reproduction. Corporate initiatives include appointing Joanna Lumley as Chief Cricket Officer for community cricket promotion, and a potential collaboration with Daimler Truck and Volvo Group to develop hydrogen fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial vehicles through equal shareholding in the cellcentric joint venture.

The Luxeed V9 flagship MPV will open pre-orders on April 22 at the Harmony Intelligent Mobility spring product launch. Featuring the brand's family design language with a full-width star-ring light band, blue ADAS indicator and roof-mounted 896-line LiDAR, the model debuts new-generation DLP projection headlamps enabling ground illumination and welcome carpet functions. The cabin integrates HarmonyOS intelligent cockpit, interactive side door light carpets, rear-wheel steering, second-row seat rotation and Tuling platform architecture, available in four colors: Luminous Purple, Deep Sea Blue, Snow White and Gilded Black.

The Leapmotor D19 officially launched on April 16 as a full-size SUV based on the LEAP 4.0 architecture, with expected pricing between RMB 250,000-300,000. Early blind orders opened with RMB 999 deposit securing priority delivery and exclusive benefits. Measuring 5,252/1,995/1,800mm with a 3,110mm wheelbase, the vehicle offers EREV and BEV variants, with the BEV featuring a front trunk. Exterior design includes a star-ring full-width light bar and split headlights, while the rear features an ISD intelligent interactive light curtain. The cockpit incorporates a 60-inch AR-HUD, dual Qualcomm 8797 chips, VLA advanced driver assistance, and a vehicle-grade oxygen chamber, with standard driver headrest speakers.