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2024 has already passed the halfway point, and the trend of various involutions in the domestic auto market in the first half of the year is expected to continue to the second half of the year. Therefore, looking forward to the domestic auto market in July, although FAW-Volkswagen's new Magotan, Geely's fourth-generation Emgrand and the new FAW Toyota Asia Dragon still stick to the fuel vehicle market, they have also begun to gradually introduce more intelligent configurations, aiming to adapt to the changing market demand and enhance brand competitiveness; THE ARRIVAL OF ALL-NEW ELECTRIC MODELS SUCH AS THE NEW ELECTRIC MINI COOPER, XPENG MONA M03, ID.UNYX AND ZHONG HAS FURTHER EXPANDED THE CHOICE SPACE OF CONSUMERS IN THE NEW ENERGY MARKET, AND FURTHER EXPANDED NEW PRODUCT LINES FOR RELATIVELY TRADITIONAL CAR COMPANIES SUCH AS VOLKSWAGEN.
FAW-Volkswagen's all-new Magotan
Availability: July 9
Key points of the new car: Take DJI's intelligent driving solution / specially built for the Chinese market
Due to the elimination of the sedan version of the all-new Passat overseas, the all-new FAW-Volkswagen Magotan that will be launched on July 9 will be a mid-size car built specifically for Chinese consumers. The new car has a new exterior and interior design, and will be equipped with DJI's newly announced intelligent driving solution. Fuel vehicles will also be the focus of the Volkswagen brand in the next stage, and it needs to rely on new products as support.
Specifically, the all-new Magotan adopts the latest family design style, with a narrow front grille connected to the headlight clusters on both sides, and a continuous chrome trim strip in the center, making the front of the car look wider and more generous. The Volkswagen brand logo in the center can be lit, and there are through-type light strips on both sides, which well enhances the sense of science and technology. The lower part of the front end is equipped with a chrome trim strip and a deflector shape to further enhance the sporty look.
From the side, the car has a waistline that runs from the front wheel arch to the taillights, and the new style of two-tone large wheels gives the overall sense of sportiness. In terms of the tail, the car uses through-type taillights, and the Volkswagen LOGO can also be lit, with the red reflective strip below, which well enhances the layering of the rear of the car. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4990/1854/1487mm, and the wheelbase is 2871mm.
The new Magotan is equipped with three large screens: full LCD instrument, large-size floating central control screen and co-pilot entertainment screen, which are not inferior to the current new car-making forces in terms of science and technology. The new car has a pocket gear design, and the lower part of the center console leaves more storage space. In addition, the new car will be significantly upgraded in terms of intelligence, and will be equipped with DJI's newly released intelligent driving solution.
In terms of power, the all-new Magotan is equipped with two power systems, namely a 1.5T four-cylinder engine with a maximum power of 160 hp (118kW) and a 2.0T engine with a maximum power of 220 horsepower (162kW) and a peak torque of 350 Nm. The powertrain is mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. The new car is also equipped with a Level 2+ intelligent driver assistance system and a variety of cockpit technologies including 3D avatars and AI intelligent assistants.
全新电动MINI COOPER
Release date: July 6
Key points of the new car: BMW Great Wall joint venture/pre-sale 21-270,000 yuan
THE ALL-NEW MINI COOPER ELECTRIC VERSION WILL BE LAUNCHED ON JULY 6, AND THE NEW CAR HAS BEEN UNVEILED AND STARTED PRE-SALES, WITH A PRE-SALE PRICE RANGE OF 21-270,000 YUAN. The new model will be manufactured by Beam Automotive, a joint venture between BMW and Great Wall, and will have a maximum range of 402 km in WLTP mode and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
Specifically, the all-new MINI COOPER pure electric version of the model still follows the MINI brand family design style, and the overall recognition is very high. In terms of details, its signature round headlight clusters are paired with a new octagonal grille and a number of ribs that bulge into the front hatch. In terms of the tail, it adopts a matrix LED taillight group, which incorporates the elements of the rice flag inside, and cooperates with the large-size diffuser below, which has a strong sense of sportiness.
It is worth mentioning that the new car adopts the MINI OS 9 operating system, the interface has been greatly improved, and it has also integrated digital cute pets, and a total of 8 "experience modes" will be launched, each mode has its own specific user interface. In addition, "Hello MINI" can wake up the MINI intelligent personal assistant, which can recognize the location of the speaker and realize functions such as making calls, turning on navigation, and controlling temperature.
POWERTRAINED, THE ENTRY-LEVEL MINI COOPER E IS POWERED BY A 135 kW (184 HP) ELECTRIC MOTOR MATED TO A 40.7 KIW BATTERY PACK. THE HIGH-END MINI COOPER SE IS POWERED BY A 160 kW (218 HP) ELECTRIC MOTOR AND USES A 54.2 KHP BATTERY PACK, GIVING IT A MAXIMUM RANGE OF 402 KM IN WLTP MODE AND 0-100 KM/H IN 6.7 SECONDS.
小鹏MONA M03
Start-up date: July 3
Key points of the new car: Didi and Xpeng jointly build/lock in the 10-150,000 level market
Xpeng MONA M03 also officially announced that it will be officially launched on July 3. Xpeng MONA M03 is positioned as a pure electric compact car, jointly built by Didi and Xpeng, and will lock in the 100,000-150,000 yuan market in the future.
Looking back on the previous official pictures, the new car as a whole adopts a younger design language to build, the T-shaped headlights are full of a sense of science and technology, and the front of the car is equipped with a fully integrated active grille, which can intelligently adjust the opening and closing according to the vehicle speed, and can enhance the heat dissipation of the motor when opened, and improve the wind resistance performance after closing.
From the side, the new car has a hidden door handle design, and blue smart driving indicators appear on the front fenders. The rear of the new car adopts a T-shaped taillight design, which echoes the end and end, and the slightly upturned ducktail makes the rear look more dynamic. In addition, the new car will use Xpeng's intelligent driving technology, and battery suppliers include BYD, and the range will exceed 500km.
ID.UNYX with the crowd
Availability: Mid-July
New car highlights: Volkswagen Anhui has created a new model that is different from the previous ID. style
The ID.UNYX will be officially launched in mid-July, and the new model is the first model sold in China by Volkswagen (Anhui) Co., Ltd., which is based on the MEB platform and is also a sister model to the Volkswagen ID.5. It is reported that the new car will be available with 170kW single motor and 250kW dual motor options, with a CLTC range of 621km and 565km respectively.
Specifically, the ID.UNYX is the first Volkswagen model to feature a gold standard, with a continuous headlight cluster that combines daytime running lights and IQ.Light intelligent matrix LED headlights. Coming to the side, the new car has a swooping front end with a sharp parallel waistline, which has a very dynamic shape. When the doors are opened, the front and rear dynamic welcome lights are provided on the side of the body. In addition, it will be equipped with 21-inch mecha-style wheels.
At the rear of the car, the new car has an integrated tail design, integrating the rear spoiler, tail lights and high-mounted brake lights, and the streamer three-dimensional taillights adopt a three-layer three-dimensional laminated shape, which is expected to have a good lighting effect. In terms of dimensions, the length, width and height of the new car are 4663/1860/1610mm, and the wheelbase is 2766mm.
In terms of power, the ID.UNYX will be equipped with two powertrains, a 170kW single motor and a 250kW dual-motor powertrain, and an 82.4kWh ternary lithium battery pack, with a range of 621 km and 565 km respectively in CLTC mode.
The new FAW Toyota Asia Dragon
Availability: July
Key points of the new model: The main upgrades focus on equipment and power
The new FAW Toyota Asia Dragon is also expected to be officially launched in July, and the new car has already appeared in the catalog of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and it is expected to make small adjustments to the appearance, with the main upgrades focusing on changes in configuration and power.
Specifically, the new car will be equipped with a new grille shape and a continuous tail light cluster. In terms of dimensions, the length, width and height of the new car are 4990/1850/1450mm, and the wheelbase is 2870mm, which is the same as the current model.
Entering the car, the new car will be equipped with a new shape of the multi-function steering wheel, the layout of the multi-function button area has been adjusted, the central control area has canceled the physical buttons, and all use the touch operation mode. In addition, you can see that the volume button has been transplanted to the bottom of the screen, judging from the navigation interface, it will also be equipped with a new navigation system and UI design.
According to the previous declaration information, the new car will be launched in three power versions, the new 2.0L hybrid version of the model has a maximum engine power of 112 kilowatts, the 2.0L fuel version of the maximum power of 127 kilowatts, and the 2.5L hybrid version of the engine has a maximum power of 136 kilowatts.
GAC Aion's second-generation AION V
Availability: End of July
Key points of the new car: New design concept/focus on intelligent driving
GAC Aion's second-generation AION V is also expected to be launched at the end of July, and the new car is based on the AEP pure electric platform, adopts a new design concept, and focuses on intelligent driving.
The styling design of the second-generation AION V is inspired by the classic life force totem - Tyrannosaurus Rex, using the design language of "blade shadow potential energy", with tough lines and rectangular features, and embellishing the vehicle design with cyberdragon claw elements, which is highly recognizable as a whole. At the same time, the car also adopts a narrow air intake similar to a rounded rectangle to enhance the sporty feeling of the vehicle.
From the side, the front and rear of the car have slightly raised wheel arch lines, dark scuff guards and a new style of wheel rim shape to enhance the muscular feel of the car. At the same time, the car also features concealed door handles and a two-tone roof design to enhance the car's sense of style. At the rear, the new car adopts a vertical taillight cluster, with a large spoiler at the top, and the AION letter mark in the center, which greatly increases the vehicle's recognition.
In terms of interior, the new car adopts a double-spoke multi-function steering wheel, with a narrow-width LCD instrument cluster and a floating large-size central control screen, which is full of science and technology. At the same time, the main and passenger seats are equipped with an 8-point massage function, which fully covers the lower back, and there are 3 strengths and 5 modes to improve driving comfort. In addition, the car is equipped with an on-board refrigerator (independent compressor, up to -15° to 50°), 7kW external discharge, 9 speakers, electric sunshades, voice wake-up AI assistant, etc.
In terms of dimensions, the length, width and height of the new car are 4605/1854 (1876)/1660 (1686) mm, and the wheelbase is 2775mm. In terms of power, the new car offers two types of drive motors, 150 kW and 165 kW, respectively, and is equipped with lithium iron phosphate batteries. According to the official, the car has a range of up to 750km, equipped with a self-developed second-generation ITS2.0 intelligent temperature control system, and can charge 370km in 15 minutes. In terms of intelligent driving hardware, the new AION V has an Orin-x chip + high-threaded lidar + 5 millimeter-wave radars + 11 vision cameras.
Wuling Starlight S
Unveiled on July 2
Key points of the new car: Entry-level mid-size SUV and plug-in hybrid pure electric power options
The Wuling Starlight S is expected to make its debut on July 2, although the new car is named Wuling Starlight S, it is completely different from the Starlight, positioned as a mid-size SUV, with a relatively entry-level body size, and will be launched in the future plug-in hybrid and pure electric power options.
It can be seen from the details of the official picture that the new car has a sharp split headlight group, and the edge of the details is similar to the traditional Chinese brush word, which visually forms a two-stage daytime running light effect, and the main light group below is slightly complicated, and the plug-in version and the pure electric version are slightly different in the details of the lower grille.
The shape of the rear of the car is more rounded, with a small duck wing on the edge of the tailgate and a concave treatment at the lower end of the tailgate, creating a certain sense of hierarchy. The taillights on both sides are L-shaped and look like a pickaxe when lit, and as you can see from the picture, it uses an all-LED light source. In terms of body, the length, width and height of the new car are 4745/1890/1680mm, and the wheelbase is 2800mm, which shows that its direct competitor is also very clear, which is aimed at the current mainstream BYD Song PLUS DM-i.
The plug-in hybrid version is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 78 kilowatts, and the motor power has not yet been declared, referring to the current Starlight model, the maximum motor power is expected to be 150 kilowatts. The electric version of the model has a maximum motor power of 150 kW and adopts a front-mounted single-motor layout.
2025 Geely Emgrand
Availability: July
Key points of the new car: Exterior and interior, and intelligent ecology will be upgraded
The 2025 Geely Emgrand is also expected to be launched in July, and the new car is positioned as a compact sedan, with certain upgrades in terms of appearance, interior, and intelligent ecology, and may introduce a more user-friendly car purchase policy to further lower the threshold for car purchase.
In terms of appearance, the 2025 Emgrand adopts a new family-style design language, with LED daytime running lights and a new front grille design shape, making the front face of the vehicle more fashionable and dynamic; The front grille of Liuyun Waterfall is equipped with Geely's new silver label, which is visually more atmospheric; Its three-section air intake shape increases the lateral visual width of the front end.
On the side of the body, the silver and black 17-inch Danfeng flame feather wheels make the vehicle more visually impactful. In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 4638/1820/1460mm, and the wheelbase is 2650mm. The vehicle drag coefficient is 0.27Cd.
In terms of interior, the 2025 Emgrand has added a new color of Orange Wind, and basically continues the current design, with the central control adopting a minimalist aesthetic design that runs through the sky, and is equipped with a through-type air conditioning outlet. The car is equipped with a 12.3-inch central control screen + 10.25-inch full LCD instrument with a dual large screen combination.
In terms of intelligent ecology, the 2025 Emgrand is equipped with the E02 new generation of high-performance digital cockpit platform, and the Galaxy OS vehicle machine system has been newly applied, and the intelligent ecology has been continuously upgraded. The vehicle is also equipped with a mobile app for remote control.
In terms of power, the new car will be powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine modeled BHE15-AFD produced by Aurora Bay Technology Co., Ltd., with a maximum power of 127 hp (93 kW) and a maximum torque of 152 Nm. The transmission is mated to a CVT continuously variable transmission.
Geely Binyue Super Edition
Availability: July
Key points of the new car: The price will be further reduced to cover the 60,000-level market
Geely Binyue Super Edition is also expected to be launched in July, the new car as a new model, still equipped with a 1.5L engine, the price is expected to further explore, covering the 60,000 yuan market, truly realizing the first car for young people.
In terms of appearance, the Binyue Super Edition adopts a front face design called Super Storm, and it looks very dynamic with the Nebula Streamer front grille. The Ultra features 17-inch wheels and a rear roof spoiler to further enhance the sporty attributes.
The new car adopts a new interior design, the black and gray interior color is simple and classic, as a minimum of 60,000 yuan level of the model, the new car also uses leather black seats, high-grade leather multi-function steering wheel and 8-inch central control screen.
Geely Binyue Super Edition is based on BMA's global next-generation modular architecture. The new car adopts a cage safety body, and the high-strength steel is lighter, more compressive, and more collision-resistant. Practical features such as ESC body stability system, reversing camera, G-LINK intelligent vehicle system, EPB+AUTOHOLD and other practical features make driving and riding safer, more comfortable and more convenient.
In terms of power, the Geely Binyue Super Edition uses a new 1.5L direct-injection engine with a maximum power of 93kW (126 horsepower), a maximum torque of 152Nm, and a WLTC fuel consumption of 6.89L per 100 kilometers. The powertrain is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and an analog 8-speed CVT automatic transmission.
Nezha S hunting suit
Availability: July
New car highlights: pure electric plug-in hybrid power choice/"crockpot" fans ecstasy
The Nezha S hunting model is expected to be launched in July, and the new car is based on the Shanhai platform 2.0 version architecture, which is expected to usher in a significant improvement in the overall product strength, especially in terms of intelligence and comfort. The car has previously completed the declaration of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, adopts many family design languages, and provides pure electric and plug-in hybrid power options.
In terms of appearance, the front shape of the Nezha S hunting version is the same as that of Nezha S, with split headlights, and the LED daytime running lights above adopt a dotted line shape, which looks very recognizable. The difference is that the surface of the air intakes under the front face of the new car has been added with a chrome dot matrix decoration. In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4980/1980/1480mm, and the wheelbase is 2980mm.
The shape of the side of the body is very slender, and the visual center of gravity of the whole vehicle is relatively rear, creating an elegant station wagon shape. In addition, it can be seen that the new car has "horns on its head", and inside this small bulge is supposed to be LiDAR. In terms of chassis, the new car is equipped with Haozhi skateboard chassis technology, which will adopt the design of integrated die-casting front/rear body + integrated energy cabin, and the new car is expected to be equipped with air suspension.
At the rear, the new car is equipped with the same through-type taillights as the Nezha S, and a spoiler will be equipped above the rear. The new car does not have too much sunken design behind the roof, and the overall shape is a more traditional station wagon, which will bring more headroom to the rear passengers.
In terms of power, Nezha S hunting will use 800V high-voltage architecture + SiC silicon carbide all-in-one motor, and the maximum power of the pure electric rear-wheel drive version will reach 250kW. The extended-range version will be equipped with a new 1.5-liter Atkinson cycle engine, and the generator matched with the engine will be upgraded to a flat-wire generator, which will be more efficient and the conversion rate of oil and electricity will be increased to 3.26kWh/L.
2025 Star Voyage ES
Availability: Mid to late July
New car highlights: model configuration adjustment/new Pro city intelligent driving version model
The pre-order of the 2025 Xingtu Star Era ES is expected to start on July 10, and it is expected to be launched in mid-to-late July. Judging from the information exposed on the Internet, the 2025 Xingtu Star Era ES will adjust the model and configuration, cancel the Guochao version and Max+ ultra-long endurance version, and add the Pro urban intelligent driving version model.
Specifically, the exterior of the 2025 Xingtu Star Era ES is available in 4 new colors, and the interior is in a new red and black colorway. In addition, the LiDAR that is currently only available in the top-of-the-line model has been transferred to the mid-spec Pro Urban Intelligent Driving Edition. The entry-level Pro model is equipped with an 800V platform, NEP high-speed intelligent driving, an active electric spoiler, interactive headlights, a suede headliner, a W-HUD, 7 airbags, wireless dual charging for mobile phones, and 23 speakers. On the basis of the Pro City Intelligent Driving Edition, high-end intelligent driving, three-zone air conditioning and rear screen are added. The Ultra version uses dual-motor all-wheel drive and a 100kW battery.
In terms of power, the Pro and Pro urban intelligent driving versions use single-motor rear-wheel drive, equipped with a 77kWh Shenxing battery, with a range of 680km, and the power parameters are unknown, with two versions of 252 horsepower and 313 horsepower. The Ultra version is a dual-motor four-wheel drive battery with a 100 kWh ternary lithium battery, a range of 710 km, and a maximum power of 480 horsepower.
2025 ZEEKR X
Availability: July 1
New car highlights: Upgrades or new models
The 2025 Zeekr X will be launched on July 1, and the new car, as a period model, is expected to be upgraded mainly in terms of equipment and other aspects, or a new model may be launched. In addition, ZEEKR officials also said that during the same period, ZEEKR X OS5.2 will be officially launched, fully upgrading HMI3.0, more than 100 optimization details, and adding and optimizing more than 30 functions.
ZEEKR X is built on the vast architecture, and the vehicle shape is relatively dynamic, looking technological and avant-garde. In terms of size, the new car has a length, width and height of 4450/1836/1572mm, a wheelbase of 2750mm, and a choice of four and five seats.
In terms of power, the single-motor rear-wheel drive model and the dual-motor four-wheel drive model are available, with the single-motor model having a maximum output of 200 kW and the dual-motor model adding a motor with a maximum output of 115 kW on the front axle. In terms of batteries, the new model will be equipped with a ternary lithium-ion battery. In terms of range, the new car will be available in 500 km, 512 km and 560 km versions.
福特全新SUV Capri
Released: July 10
Key points of the new car: A pure electric SUV based on the "rebirth" of Volkswagen's MEB platform
The all-new Ford Capri will be officially unveiled on July 10. It is worth mentioning that the Capri was previously a classic model of Ford, a coupe that has been discontinued. The "Rebirth" is an electrified SUV based on Volkswagen's MEB platform, which is a sister car to the current Ford Explorer EV.
Judging from the two teaser images released by the official, the daytime running lights and taillights of the all-new Capri are similar in shape, and both are composed of a small "dotted line" and a small "wavy line" to form a semi-closed pattern. The paint is bright yellow, and the body shape is a fastback body, which can complement the market targeted by the Explorer EV.
Ford Explorer EV
In terms of power, the all-new Capri is expected to be equipped with a 52kWh battery and a 125kW single motor, while the top-of-the-line variant is expected to be equipped with a 79kWh battery and a 250kW dual-motor system.
The new BRZ
Availability: July 13
Key points of the new model: The 2.4-liter boxer engine will continue to be used, and the power will be fine-tuned
The new mid-size Subaru BRZ has passed the 3C certification on June 14, which also means that the car has also met the China VIB emission standard. Previously, Subaru officially announced that the 2024 Subaru Fan Carnival will be held on July 13, and the new BRZ will make its debut on the day of the event, and the price is expected to be announced.
Judging from the official poster released by Subaru, the new BRZ is equipped with a wider front lip than the current model, and has red decorations on both sides, which is consistent with the Subaru BRZ STI concept car that was previously unveiled at the Guangzhou Auto Show.
In terms of power, the current model is equipped with a 2.4-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine with a maximum power of 235 hp and a peak torque of 250 Nm, although if the new model meets the China 6b emission standard, the power parameters may be fine-tuned. The powertrain will be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic manual transmission.
Say in the end:
It can be said that this July is particularly important for Volkswagen, and the all-new Magotan and ID.UNYX can also see their product strategy of "gasoline and electricity" in China. THE RELEASE OR LAUNCH OF MODELS SUCH AS XPENG MONA M03 AND THE NEW ELECTRIC MINI COOPER HAS ALSO ADDED NEW BLOOD TO THE DOMESTIC NEW ENERGY MARKET, AND THERE ARE MORE CHOICES IN THE PERSONALIZED MARKET OR AT A MORE ENTRY-LEVEL LEVEL. Although the summer is the off-season for automobile sales, the launch of new cars by major manufacturers has not decreased, and the main reason is to leave more time for products to be spread to the sales terminal, so as to meet the concentrated explosion of sales in the peak sales season in September.