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2025 Chengdu Auto Show: A Review of Ten Domestic New Energy "Black Technology" Models. Who Is the Real King?

智行驾道2025-08-29 23:36
Domestic self-owned brands continue to shine, while foreign luxury brands face tremendous pressure.

On August 29, the 2025 Chengdu International Automobile Exhibition officially kicked off. As the first major automotive event in China in the second half of the year, this exhibition is not only a stage for car - makers to showcase new products but also a "central showcase" for domestic new - energy technologies. The exhibition features a collection of new models from mainstream automobile brands, with domestic new - energy players standing out. Many new - energy models equipped with cutting - edge technologies have attracted immediate attention upon their debut. For example, Huawei's ADS 4.0 intelligent driving system is being used in models priced around 200,000 yuan for the first time; BYD's Yangwang U8L Ding Shi Edition features the e - Quad four - motor technology; and the Zeekr 9X aims to break performance limits with its 900V high - voltage architecture.

To help netizens quickly grasp the core information of the exhibition and avoid the hassle of "finding the highlights" among numerous models, we have selected ten representative domestic new - energy vehicles from the popular models at the show. We have not only outlined the core technological highlights and key parameters of each vehicle but also marked their specific exhibition hall locations. This way, people can learn about the latest automotive technologies and get practical references for on - site visits or car - buying decisions.

Shangjie H5

Booth: Hall 3

Highlights of the new car: XMOTION digital chassis engine, Huawei ADS 4.0 intelligent driving system

The Shangjie H5 is the first mass - produced SUV jointly developed by SAIC and Huawei. Its goal is clear: to enable users of mid - sized SUVs priced around 200,000 yuan to access high - end intelligent driving technologies. It inherits the minimalist design of the Hongmeng Smart Mobility family, with a focus on optimizing space utility and intelligent experience.

In terms of appearance, its dimensions fit the mid - sized SUV category. With a wheelbase of 2840mm, the rear - seat space is very spacious. In the specially designed "true three - seat" layout, the middle seat not only has an independent headrest but also has a reasonably controlled floor bulge, providing excellent ride comfort. The front end features a closed grille paired with split - type headlamps. There are options for 19 - or 20 - inch wheels on the side. The rear is equipped with a through - type taillight and hidden exhaust, presenting a rounded overall look.

In terms of intelligent driving, it is equipped with Huawei's ADS 4.0 intelligent driving system, which includes lidar and an Orin - X chip, enabling urban navigation - assisted driving and automatic valet parking with ease. The intelligent cockpit combines a 10.25 - inch instrument panel and a 15.6 - inch central control screen, powered by a Qualcomm 8155 chip, providing millisecond - level voice response.

In terms of power, it offers both range - extender and pure - electric versions to meet different user needs. The range - extender version has a maximum range of 1300km, while the pure - electric version has a CLTC range of 655km and can be fast - charged to 80% in 30 minutes. The new car has been available for pre - sale.

As one of the popular models at the Chengdu Auto Show, the Shangjie H5 shows remarkable comprehensive strength. The application of Huawei's intelligent technology in models priced around 200,000 yuan makes us look forward to its future market performance.

VOYAH Zhuiguang L

Booth: Hall 3

Highlights of the new car: Huawei ADS 4.0 intelligent driving, Hongmeng Cockpit 4.0, 410km pure - electric range in hybrid mode

The VOYAH Zhuiguang L, as the technological flagship sedan of the brand, will make its debut at the 2025 Chengdu International Automobile Exhibition. Positioned for technology popularization, it is the first to introduce Huawei's high - level intelligent driving system to the 300,000 - yuan market segment. Its long pure - electric range alleviates users' range anxiety, making it a major highlight in the mid - to large - sized new - energy sedan market.

In terms of appearance, the new car adopts the new "Kunpeng Spread Wings" family design language. The front end is equipped with a large - sized waterfall - style grille with internal chrome strips to enhance recognition, paired with split - type headlamps on both sides for a unique visual effect. With a wheelbase of 3010mm, the long wheelbase ensures ample interior space. The rear of the vehicle features a through - type taillight, maintaining the steady temperament of a mid - to large - sized sedan.

Equipped with five lidars and multiple high - definition cameras, along with dual MDC 810 chips, the vehicle can easily achieve all - around perception, supporting functions such as urban navigation - assisted driving and full - scenario automatic parking. The interior pictures have not been released yet. The cockpit uses the Hongmeng 4.0 system and is equipped with an AR HUD head - up display, combining technology both inside and out.

In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a plug - in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5T engine and dual motors. The maximum power of the engine is 110kW, and the combined power of the motors is 380kW. It has a CLTC pure - electric range of 410km and a combined range of 1260km when fully fueled and charged, meeting the needs of both daily commuting and long - distance travel.

As a key model at this auto show, the VOYAH Zhuiguang L, with the support of Huawei's intelligent technology and its long - range performance, further enriches the choices in the mid - to high - end new - energy sedan market.

XPENG P7

Booth: Hall 2

Highlights of the new car: Turing AI chip, 800V high - voltage super - charging, 820km long - range

The all - new XPENG P7, as the benchmark for intelligent sports sedans of the brand, will be showcased at the 2025 Chengdu International Automobile Exhibition. With a price range of 219,800 - 301,800 yuan, it brings high - level intelligent driving and long - range technologies to the mainstream market. Through the all - domain 800V high - voltage platform and self - developed AI chips, it redefines the technological standards for 200,000 - yuan pure - electric models.

In terms of appearance, the new car adopts a new family design language, with a highly futuristic body. The seamless connection between the flat LOGO and the light - wing through - type headlamps forms a unique identification symbol. When off, it appears in a deep black color, and when on, it switches to a delicate white light source. The sloping rear and long front end create a low - slung sports sedan stance, combined with the BASF Parrot paint process, balancing elegant appearance and high - end texture.

It is equipped with the VLA - large - model AI intelligent driving system and three self - developed Turing AI chips. The 87 - inch panoramic head - up display and the three - axis flexible screen form the core of the interaction. The latter uses a bionic mechanical structure and can swing up, down, left, and right. The four - zone voice system outside the car supports cross - zone dialogue and external vehicle control, combined with the satellite control knob for an intuitive and convenient operation experience.

The power system is built on the 800V high - voltage platform, equipped with a 92.2kWh ternary lithium battery. The maximum CLTC range can reach 820km. The 5C super - charging technology can replenish 525km of range in 10 minutes. The four - wheel - drive high - performance version can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 3.7 seconds. Combined with the all - aluminum front double - wishbone and rear five - link suspension, it balances power performance and handling stability.

As a highlight model at this auto show, the XPENG P7, through technological breakthroughs in self - developed chips and high - voltage platforms, forms a differentiated advantage in intelligent interaction and charging efficiency, providing a cost - effective option in the pure - electric sports sedan market.

NIO ES8

Booth: Hall 4

Highlights of the new car: Third - generation battery - swapping platform, NIO ADS 3.0 intelligent driving system, 650km CLTC range

The NIO ES8, as the mid - to large - sized pure - electric flagship SUV of the brand, will showcase its annual facelifted model at the 2025 Chengdu Auto Show. With a price range of 528,000 - 638,000 yuan, targeting mid - to high - end family users, it further consolidates its competitiveness in the luxury pure - electric SUV market with the third - generation battery - swapping technology, an upgraded intelligent driving system, and a spacious 7 - seat layout.

In terms of appearance, the front end of the new car features a closed grille paired with split - type LED headlamps, which support dynamic welcome effects. The body dimensions are 5142×1995×1756mm, with a wheelbase of 3060mm. The second row of the six - seat version is equipped with independent aviation seats, and the third - row space can meet the short - distance seating needs of adult passengers. The side is equipped with 22 - inch multi - spoke wheels. The through - type LED taillight at the rear echoes the shape of the bottom diffuser, combined with the 22 - inch multi - spoke wheels, balancing luxury and aerodynamic performance.

The intelligent configuration is equipped with the Cedar AQUILA NIO Aquila ultra - sensitive system, which includes a total of 31 high - performance perception hardware such as lidar, cameras, and ultrasonic radars, enabling functions such as urban navigation - assisted driving and remote parking. The intelligent cockpit is equipped with a Qualcomm 8295 chip, supporting multi - screen interaction and continuous voice command recognition.

In terms of power, it is built on the third - generation battery - swapping platform, equipped with front and rear dual permanent - magnet synchronous motors, with a combined maximum power of 420kW. It can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 3.97 seconds. It is equipped with a 102kWh ternary lithium battery pack, with a CLTC pure - electric range of 635km. It supports the third - generation battery - swapping technology and is compatible with home chargers and public charging networks. The chassis uses a front double - wishbone and rear multi - link independent suspension, equipped with an air spring and a CDC adaptive damping system, which can adjust the suspension stiffness and body height according to road conditions.

As a key model in the luxury pure - electric SUV segment at this auto show, the NIO ES8, through the upgrade of battery - swapping technology and intelligent configuration, balances travel convenience and ride quality, providing a high - end pure - electric travel option for family users.

Fangchengbao Titanium 7

Booth: Hall 5

Highlights of the new car: DM - o super - hybrid system, Huawei Qiankun ADS 3.0

The Fangchengbao Titanium 7, as the first mid - sized plug - in hybrid SUV of the brand, will make its debut at the 2025 Chengdu Auto Show. With a pre - sale price range of 259,800 - 329,800 yuan, targeting family users who value both off - road performance and daily commuting, it fills the gap in the 250,000 - yuan "city - and - off - road - capable" hybrid SUV market with the DM - o hybrid technology, the Yunlian - P suspension system, and a flexible seat layout.

In terms of appearance, the front end of the new car features a large - sized trapezoidal air intake grille paired with blacked - out LED headlamps, which support flowing turn - signal effects. The body dimensions are 4890×1970×1805mm, with a wheelbase of 2800mm. It offers both five - seat and seven - seat layouts. The third - row seats of the seven - seat version can be folded flat with one click. The side is equipped with 2