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Hongqi, a luxury brand of FAW Group, has signed an MoU with Quill Group, which has obtained the exclusive rights as the official importer and CKD distributor for Hongqi’s entry into Malaysia. Hongqi plans to launch officially in Malaysia in the middle of this year, with its L5 model for VVIPs only, and is advancing the global layout of new energy SUVs.

The Xiaomi Pengcheng N90 will officially launch in late July, having completed MIIT registration. Xiaomi has released interior space schematics showcasing the third-row seat width, while online images revealed the white paint version—creating a more spacious visual effect than the previously declared black variant, highlighting the model's product characteristics. Positioned as a smart expandable-cabin SUV, the N90 embodies the "Living Space" cockpit philosophy, breaking the limitations of traditional fixed interior layouts to achieve scenario-based space freedom. The exterior features Xiaomi's signature "Mi"-shaped LED light cluster seamlessly integrated with the front grille into a unified panel embedding the "SkyNomad" English lettering. Roof-mounted LiDAR hardware supports advanced intelligent driving functions.

The Lotus Emira 420 Sport has made its global debut at Lotus headquarters in Hethel, UK, positioned as the most powerful, lightest, and most aerodynamic Emira variant to date. Priced at £105,900 (approximately 959,700 yuan), the vehicle features extreme lightweight construction, precise chassis tuning, and pure driving dynamics. While the overall silhouette remains consistent with the standard Emira, aerodynamic details have been comprehensively upgraded: the front bumper's tri-segment vents are now fully, improving engine cooling efficiency by 15%, with brake cooling ducts fully integrated—ensuring every air channel serves a functional purpose to enhance track performance.

BAIC's new energy brand Arcfox has added Malaysia to its global website's coverage markets and launched dedicated social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, entering the preparatory stage for market entry. Arcfox Malaysia will be distributed by GoAuto Group, whose subsidiary Intro Synergy was appointed Neta's Malaysian distributor in 2023 and currently also represents Higer and Yutong Bus commercial vehicles. Arcfox plans to expand across six global regions and over 40 countries. The current product lineup showcased on its website includes the T1, T5, and Kaola S SUVs, plus the S5 pure electric sedan—all potential candidates for the Malaysian market. The S5 mid-size sedan measures 4,820/1,930/1,480 mm with a 2,900 mm wheelbase and 19-inch wheels, offering nine drive modes and Level 2+ ADAS. The AWD variant produces 390 kW (530 PS) and 690 Nm, achieving 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds with a 74.4 kWh LFP battery and DC fast charging from 30-80% in approximately 6 minutes. The T1 compact SUV measures 4,337/1,860/1,572 mm with a 2,770 mm wheelbase and 18-inch wheels.

On July 23, SAIC Volkswagen announced the ID. ERA 5S mid-size sedan will launch within Q3 2026. As the second model in the ID. ERA sequence, it becomes Volkswagen's first globally available sedan with Urban NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) capability, featuring the "Xingyun Zhixing" advanced intelligent driving system and "Yunqi Zhicang" smart cockpit. The exterior adopts the family design language with a closed grille, star-ring headlamps, and an illuminated Volkswagen logo. Five colors are available: Urban Gold, Fashion Cyan, Avant-Garde Black, Modern White, and Skyline Grey, expanding Volkswagen's intelligent electric mid-size sedan portfolio.

The Volkswagen ID. Cross has debuted in production form nearly a year after its concept preview, built on the MEB+ platform alongside the ID. Polo, Cupra Raval, and Skoda Epiq. Measuring 4,153/1,794/1,581 mm with a 2,601 mm wheelbase and 140 mm ground clearance, the vehicle offers 475 litres of luggage capacity (20 litres more than the T-Cross) plus a 25-litre frunk. Kerb weight starts from 1,616 kg for the 37 kWh variant and 1,631 kg for the 52 kWh version. Powertrain options feature the APP290 single-motor FWD configuration with 116 PS and 135 PS outputs when paired with the 37 kWh LFP battery, while the 52 kWh variant delivers up to 540 km of WLTP range—expanding Volkswagen's entry-level electric SUV portfolio.