● Chery Fengyun E05
Release Date: Expected within the year
Many people didn't expect that Chery would release a sporty-looking car at the Chengdu Auto Show. The car was gradually revealed before the show started, and from the current information, the new car is expected to cost 150,000 yuan and be classified as a mid-to-large sedan. It has both plug-in hybrid and pure electric power options, and is equipped with a laser radar and a high-level autonomous driving system.
The E05's exterior design is consistent with the style of the E06 displayed at the Beijing Auto Show, with aggressive-looking side headlights and air intakes, and a sharp design with angular edges. The front end has a nice curve, and the headlight group is located above the flat plane. The entire front end is sleek and dynamic, with a laser radar on the roof.
On the side of the car, it emphasizes aerodynamic design, with a round and full shape, and narrowing towards the center at the rear. The large wheel design is dynamic, with hidden door handles. The panoramic skylight is integrated with the front and rear windows. The vehicle's rear end has a through taillight design, with a sporty look, and a fastback shape that shows off its sporty feel.
The new car will feature ambient lighting, a car fridge, child seats, wireless charging phone holder, digital fragrance, a driving recorder, and sunshades. The front seats can be folded down to 180 degrees. The car will also feature an AI emotional cabin with four modes.
In terms of power, the car will have both range-extended and pure electric options, but specific information has not yet been released. The car will also come equipped with advanced driver assistance systems, including city memory driving, highway cruise control, memory parking, and trace-back parking, with the entry-level model coming standard with high-speed NOA Lite and automatic parking.
E05 cannot be looked at in isolation. It is important not to forget about the E06 that was unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show. Both cars have the same design language and are completely different from the existing design style of Chery, and are closer to the popular design style of new energy car brands. From the configuration, it can be seen that advanced driver assistance systems and intelligent cabin will not be absent, and the power configuration is also the most common combination of range extension and pure electricity. More information about this car has not yet been released, but from the design point of view, it is definitely worth looking forward to.
● Bentley Continental GT Edition 8
Availability: Within the year
The launch of the Bentley Continental GT Edition 8 special edition is to commemorate the V8 engine, and Bentley says that future Continental and Flying Spur models in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa will no longer offer pure fuel V8 power systems.
The Bentley Continental GT Edition 8 comes with a black sport package, featuring a black mesh grille, paired with classic oval headlights and a three-stage air intake at the bottom, which has a high degree of recognition. Of course, the car is equipped with an Edition 8 exclusive badge on the fender to show its identity.
In terms of power, the Bentley Continental GT Edition 8 is equipped with a 4.0T V8 engine, and the power parameters are expected to remain consistent with the currently available models. For reference, the current Continental is equipped with a 4.0T V8 engine, with a maximum power of 550 horsepower and a peak torque of 770 Nm. The transmission system is matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive system. In addition to the hardtop version, the Bentley Continental GT Convertible Edition 8 also made its debut at the same time.
The wind of new energy is not just blowing in China, but also in the global market, with the difference being the speed of change. Today, even the ultra-luxury brands with extremely high premiums are starting to push forward the electrification of their product lines. For Bentley, the next step is to usher in the era of coexistence of three types of power vehicles - fuel, plug-in hybrid, and pure electric. Bentley's automotive MULLINER and motorsports director Ansar Ali once told the House of Cars: Volkswagen Group has many partners, and Bentley has many opportunities to learn about electric and connected car technologies. The gradual withdrawal of large-displacement engines is an undeniable fact, and it will ultimately become a plaything for the rich only.
Overall Summary:
In summary, the most anticipated models are the all-new Passat PRO, the Jiyue 07, and the DENZA Z9. These three models essentially represent the three major consumer segments currently in the automotive market: traditional car manufacturers' traditional star models, new tech-driven models, and new energy models from traditional Chinese brands. These cars represent the collision of established technologies and new technologies, and have attracted a lot of attention. Domestic consumers have begun to pay less attention to overseas and joint venture brands, and new cars with better materials and newer technologies from new brands are gradually being accepted by consumers. These models will also reshuffle the price range of the consumer market, so let's wait and see.