The Exeed Yaoguang (Chinese: 星途瑶光; pinyin: Xīngtú Yáoguāng) or RX for export markets is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Exeed, a subsidiary of the Chery brand.[2]
| Exeed Yaoguang | |
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 Exeed Yaoguang C-DM | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Exeed (Chery) |
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| Production | 2022–present |
| Model years | 2023–present |
| Assembly | China: Qingdao, Shandong |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive Front engine, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | M3X |
| Related | Exeed TX |
| Powertrain | |
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| Electric motor | 2x Permanent magnet electric motors |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV (RX C-DM) |
| Battery | 19.43 or 34.46 kWh CATL M3P LFP |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,815 mm (110.8 in) |
| Length | 4,781 mm (188.2 in) |
| Width | 1,920 mm (75.6 in) |
| Height | 1,671 mm (65.8 in) |
Overview
editThe design of the Yaoguang was first previewed by the Exeed Stellar Concept (Yaoguang, 瑶光 Concept in Chinese) unveiled during 2021 Auto Shanghai.[3] A version of the design closer to production was the unveiled in May 2022 as the Exeed AtlantiX Concept.[4] The final production car was launched in February 2023.
The Yaoguang is based on the M3X platform developed by Chery with Magna International shared with the slightly smaller Exeed TX from 2017.[5]
The interior of the Exeed Yaoguang is equipped with a 24.6-inch curved dual screen formed with two 12.3-inch screens powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip and head-up display. Other features include a panoramic sunroof and 14 Sony speakers for the sound system. The backrest of the rear seat can be adjusted electrically by 7 degrees, while the driver seat supports ventilation with heating and has an electrically adjustable footrest and a built-in headrest audio system. The co-pilot seat is also electrically adjustable offering a footrest and supports 5 modes of back massage.[6] In terms of driving assistance systems, the Exeed Yaoguang offers level 2.5 driving assistance system that supports 21 basic and 11 advanced driving assistance functions.
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Powertrain
editThe Exeed Yaoguang is powered by a 2.0-litre TGDI turbo engine that produces 261 hp and 400 Nm, mated to a 7-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox. The Yaoguang comes in two-wheel and four-wheel drive models, with a WLTC fuel consumption of 7.6L/100 km for urban driving and 8.1L/100 km for highways with the drag coefficient being as low as 0.326Cd. The 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time is 8.6 seconds. Seven driving modes would be available and a PHEV version will also be launched later.[7]
Markets
editSouth Africa
editThe Yaoguang was launched in South Africa on 11 October 2024 as the Omoda C9. It is available in two trim levels: Inspire (2WD) and Explore (4WD), it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine (400T),[8] and comes with an Aisin 8 speed automatic transmission.
References
edit- ^ Bosch, Charl (2023-08-25). "WATCH: Omoda surprises Kyalami by showing incoming new C9". The Citizen. Retrieved 2023-08-27.
- ^ "China's Chery Launches In Europe With Exeed Brand, Hybrid SUV". Motor1.com. Archived from the original on 18 October 2019. Retrieved 18 October 2019.
- ^ "2021上海车展：星途瑶光概念车首秀". sohu.com. 20 April 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Chery's EXEED launches images of next-generation concept SUV AtlantiX". gasgoo.com. 23 May 2022. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Spy Shots: The Chery Exeed TX Is Almost Ready For The Chinese Car Market". Car News China. 30 January 2018. Archived from the original on 30 January 2018. Retrieved 31 January 2018.
- ^ "Exeed Yaoguang SUV Pre-Sale Officially Starts In China At 24,800 USD". 31 January 2023. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
- ^ "Exeed Yaoguang Crossover SUV Pre-Sale Starts At 24,400 USD In China". carnewschina.com. 27 December 2022. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
- ^ Taylor, Michael (2024-10-11). "New Omoda C9 launched in South Africa – Pricing and features". TopAuto.