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GAC Toyota Camry Hybrid 2.0HXS Radiant Edition Matte Gold Launched at 209,800 Yuan
GAC Toyota has officially launched the Camry Hybrid 2.0HXS Radiant Edition in Matte Gold, priced at 209,800 yuan. The special edition adds an exclusive matte gold paint finish to the existing sport package, with gray-gold tones complementing the honeycomb grille, sporty front and rear bumpers, black rear spoiler, and 19-inch alloy wheels for a youthful, personalized aesthetic. Interior features include a 12.3-inch centre touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster powered by Qualcomm 8155 chipset, with heated and ventilated leather seats. Powertrain consists of a 2.0-litre hybrid system with 112 kW engine output and 83 kW electric motor, delivering 145 kW combined power through an E-CVT transmission, achieving 4.5L/100km WLTC fuel consumption.
New Avatr 12 to Launch on April 8 from 299,900 Yuan, Avatr 06T Pre-Sale Opens Same Day
Avatr has announced the new Avatr 12 will officially launch on April 8, with pre-sales already underway across seven variants priced from 299,900 to 439,900 yuan. The Avatr 06T will also open pre-sales on the same day. Both models feature Huawei QianKun's new-generation dual-optical-path imaging-grade LiDAR and offer extended-range and battery-electric powertrain options. The new Avatr 12 retains the current model's exterior design with distinctive dual-layer LED daytime running lights and C-shaped light signature for enhanced nighttime recognition, with headlamps positioned in the lower front bumper and active air intake grille. Measuring 5020/1999/1460mm with a 3020mm wheelbase, the mid-to-large luxury sedan strengthens Avatr's positioning in the premium intelligent EV segment.
Volkswagen to Unveil Three New Energy Models on April 8 ID.ERA 9X, and ID.AURA's First LiDAR SUV
Volkswagen has announced the debut of three new energy vehicles on April 8, spanning its three major Chinese joint ventures. The lineup includes the Volkswagen Anhui, SAIC Volkswagen ID.ERA 9X (pre-sale 329,800-379,800 RMB), and FAW-Volkswagen's first ID.AURA mid-size electric SUV. The ID.AURA model, built on the new CEA electronic architecture, marks Volkswagen's first battery-electric SUV equipped with LiDAR technology. Design features include a closed grille, split-headlamp setup with full-width LED strip, roof-mounted LiDAR, intelligent driving indicator lights on wing mirrors, semi-flush door handles, and Y-spoke two-tone alloy wheels, representing Volkswagen's accelerated electrification and intelligentization strategy in China.
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Deepal S07 Huawei QianKun LiDAR Edition Debuts with ADS 4 Pro, 630km CLTC Range
Deepal has officially released images of the S07 Huawei QianKun LiDAR Edition, featuring an upgraded intelligent driving system from ADS 4 SE to ADS 4 Pro for enhanced perception accuracy and reliability. The vehicle covers highway, urban, and parking scenarios with Urban NCA capability for narrow-road passing and construction detours, Highway NCA for intelligent ramp merging and lane-changing, and automated valet parking with reverse tracking. Safety is bolstered by the CAS 4.0 comprehensive collision avoidance system with 20 active safety functions. Power comes from the Yuanli Ultra-Integrated Electric Drive 2.0 with a rear-mounted 272 PS motor delivering 290 Nm, paired with a 77.94 kWh Golden Shield LFP battery providing 630 km CLTC range. Micro-core high-frequency pulse heating technology ensures stable power delivery and charging efficiency in extreme cold environments.
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Haval Debuts First Guiyuan Platform Flagship Boxy SUV, Final Naming Vote Set for April 10
Haval has officially released images of its first flagship boxy SUV based on the Guiyuan platform, simultaneously launching a public naming campaign with final voting scheduled for April 10. The vehicle adopts a rugged, square-edged design language featuring a narrow-slat front grille integrated with rounded rectangular LED headlamps and dual chrome crossbars. The rectangular lower air intake incorporates chrome accents, balancing off-road character with refinement. A roof-mounted LiDAR sensor indicates advanced intelligent driving assistance capabilities, demonstrating Haval's technological advancement and intelligentization strategy in the off-road SUV segment.
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Toyota Unveils All-New Sixth-Generation RAV4 with 85-Mile EV Range, Orders Open May with June Deliveries
Toyota has officially unveiled the sixth-generation RAV4, featuring new plug-in hybrid technology delivering up to 85 miles of all-electric range as part of its multipath electrification strategy. The lineup comprises four grades—Icon, Design, Excel, and GR Sport—with OTR prices starting from £43,845. Customer orders open in May, with deliveries commencing in June. Standard equipment includes a 12.9-inch touchscreen with next-generation multimedia system, while the GR Sport variant adds tuned chassis and motorsport-inspired styling. The model advances performance, efficiency, safety, and digital user experience while maintaining RAV4's established strengths in quality, reliability, and versatility.