Huawei and SAIC Tease First Shangjie EV Model H5
Huawei and SAIC Motor have unveiled preview images of the Shangjie H5, their first jointly developed electric vehicle under the new Shangjie brand. Scheduled for release this autumn, the sporty crossover targets China's competitive mid-range EV market with an expected price range of RMB 170,000 to RMB 250,000. The vehicle aims to attract young consumers and compete with established rivals like the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q5L. Key features include a coupe-style body, a long wheelbase for rear-seat comfort, and advanced technology such as Huawei’s Advanced Driving System 4.0, supported by roof-mounted lidar sensors. This partnership marks a significant strategic shift for SAIC, China’s largest traditional automaker, which has faced declining sales and profits amid the transition to smart electric vehicles. Previously skeptical of ceding control to tech suppliers, SAIC is investing RMB 6 billion in a dedicated Shanghai plant for this collaboration. The move allows Huawei to expand beyond the premium segment dominated by its Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, addressing slowing demand in the high-end market while helping SAIC revitalize its position against competitors like BYD and Geely.
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Huawei and SAIC Tease First Shangjie EV Model H5
Huawei and SAIC Motor have unveiled preview images of the Shangjie H5, their first jointly developed electric vehicle under the new Shangjie brand. Scheduled for release this autumn, the sporty crossover targets China's competitive mid-range EV market with an expected price range of RMB 170,000 to RMB 250,000. The vehicle aims to attract young consumers and compete with established rivals like the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q5L. Key features include a coupe-style body, a long wheelbase for rear-seat comfort, and advanced technology such as Huawei’s Advanced Driving System 4.0, supported by roof-mounted lidar sensors. This partnership marks a significant strategic shift for SAIC, China’s largest traditional automaker, which has faced declining sales and profits amid the transition to smart electric vehicles. Previously skeptical of ceding control to tech suppliers, SAIC is investing RMB 6 billion in a dedicated Shanghai plant for this collaboration. The move allows Huawei to expand beyond the premium segment dominated by its Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, addressing slowing demand in the high-end market while helping SAIC revitalize its position against competitors like BYD and Geely.
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