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The long-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV will make its official debut at the Chengdu Auto Show. The exterior mirrors the overseas new GLE model, featuring a large front grille with the three-pointed star emblem, new starlight LED headlights with star badge elements for strong recognition. Dimensions measure 5051/2018/1784mm with a 3,115mm wheelbase. The D-pillar retains the triangular window design with color-matched body surrounds. The rear taillights incorporate star badge elements with a blackened center strip creating a connected lighting effect. Powertrain options include the GLE 350 L with M254 2.0T engine producing 190kW, and the GLE 450 L with M256 3.0T engine producing 280kW, with 20/21-inch wheel options available.

The latest MIIT filing reveals that the UNYX 07 will receive a LiDAR-equipped version. The new variant maintains the current model's design, with body height increased by 4mm to 1,570 mm; dimensions are 4,853 × 1,852 × 1,570 mm with a 2,826 mm wheelbase, riding on 235/45 R20 tyres. Power continues from a single motor rated at 170 kW paired with an LFP battery. For reference, the current UNYX 07 uses a pure vision intelligent driving solution priced at 129,900-139,900 yuan. The LiDAR version will upgrade to a LiDAR + Horizon Robotics Journey 6H chip combination, enabling City NOA navigation assist, with delivery expected by end of 2026.

The Yijing brand has unveiled the interior of its all-new 6-seat large SUV, the X9, as the first model to feature HarmonySpace 6. It debuts a 17.2-inch dual 3.4K-resolution butterfly-wing dual-screen setup, offering five interior color themes: Morning White, Shaohua Apricot, Cixia Orange, Warm Hui Brown, and Muyun Purple. The cabin features Nappa diamond-pattern leather upholstery throughout high-contact areas, star ambient lighting, crystal knobs, four electric doors, and hidden welcome pedals. Smart features include the HUAWEI XSCENE in-car laser projection system, HUAWEI SOUND audio, and microphone-free karaoke. Pre-sales begin August 18, with official launch and delivery in Q3.

Seven-decade-old Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) has officially entered Indonesia, showcasing the D5 entry-level city EV at GIIAS 2026. Measuring 3,800 × 1,720 × 1,590 mm with a 2,500 mm wheelbase, the D5 is 190 mm shorter than the Atto 1. It has an 82 PS/125 Nm front electric motor (0-50 km/h in 4.7 seconds, 120 km/h top speed), 31.94 kWh LFP battery (330 km CLTC/about 270 km WLTP, 36-minute fast charging claimed), 315-litre boot, and standard features including rear parking sensors, auto hold, stability control, LED headlamps and wireless charging. Two variants: Standard with 6.2-inch instrument panel, 10.1-inch screen, 4 speakers and 4 airbags; top variant adds powered leather seats, 8.88-inch instrument panel, 12.8-inch screen, 360 camera and 6 airbags. No ADAS on either variant.

Ford Pro participated in the Expo Transporte y Expo Logisti-K exhibition held from August 11-13 at La Rural in Buenos Aires. Under the concept "Tu negocio en movimiento," Ford Pro showcased the Transit commercial vehicle range (Europe and the USA's best-selling commercial vehicle) available in 11 versions including vans in three sizes, minibus, and chassis cab, plus the all-electric E-Transit. The Transit features the Ford Panther 2.0L EcoBlue turbodiesel engine (165 hp/390 Nm) paired with a 6-speed manual or exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission. All versions come standard with FordApp connectivity for real-time vehicle information and remote functions. The show also premiered the new Transit Van Medium High Roof Automatic (L2H3) priced at $76,028,300 with a 3-year unlimited km warranty.

BAW showcased the M8 MPV at GIIAS 2026, marking its official entry into the Indonesian market through local subsidiary PT BAW Automobile Trading Indonesia with plans for CKD assembly. Launched in China last December, the M8 features a boxy MPV design with a large vertical grille and LED daytime running lights, measuring 5,317 × 1,870 × 1,969 mm with a 3,200 mm wheelbase. The interior uses a 2+2+3 layout with powered second-row captain chairs. The displayed EV version features a front-motor front-wheel drive layout (contrasting with RWD in China/Hong Kong), rated at 231 PS (170 kW) and 310 Nm, with an 81 kWh battery delivering 505 km CLTC range. A REEV variant is also available with the same motor, a smaller 46 kWh battery offering 200 km electric-only range, and a 1.5L turbocharged range extender (116 PS/190 Nm) enabling a combined range of up to 1,050 km.