Huawei and BAIC Launch Pre-Sales for Stelato S9: Electric Sedan with 800km Range and Advanced 3.0 Driver Assistance
The Stelato S9, a large electric sedan jointly produced by Huawei and BAIC, has opened pre-sales today at a ceremony in Beijing. The sedan is now available for pre-order at prices ranging from 450,000 to 550,000 yuan (approximately 57,250–57,250–75,950 USD). Official sales will commence in August, with deliveries to follow shortly thereafter.
Key Points:
- Target Market: Designed to compete with premium German sedans such as the Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
- Electric Platform: Built on the Turing platform with the Turing chassis system.
- Advanced Driver Assistance: The first car to feature Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 3.0 intelligent driving system and HarmonyOS.
- Luxury Features: Forms part of the “9 series double flagship” with the M9, targeting the luxury market.
- Cabin Space: Offers up to 3460 mm of usable space, with an Inside-Out design maximizing interior dimensions.
- Design: Features a fold-down armrest for rear passengers, transforming the sedan into a four-seater, and includes entertainment screens and an onboard fridge.
- Dimensions: Measures 5160 mm in length, 1987 mm in width, and 1486 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3050 mm.
- Aerodynamics: Claims to have the lowest wind resistance among executive luxury sedans, with specifics to be announced at the August launch event.
- Streaming Side View Cameras: Replaces traditional mirrors with streaming side view cameras.
- Powertrain: Available in single and dual-motor configurations, both featuring a 227 kW TZ210XYA03 electric motor produced by Huawei Digital Power Technology Co., Ltd., on the rear axle. Dual-motor versions add a 158 kW YS210XYA03 motor from Huawei to the front axle.
- Battery and Range: No battery capacities disclosed yet, but the maximum range exceeds 800 km, likely for the single-motor variant.
- Qiankun ADS 3.0 System: Makes the transition from Bird's Eye View (BEV) to General Obstacle Detection (GOD) network, improving obstacle understanding and scenario awareness.
- 4D Millimeter Wave Radar: Features Huawei’s first high-precision 4D millimeter wave radar, enhancing vision range, accuracy, and response time through 4T4R waveguide antennas and ultra-wideband technology.
The Stelato S9 represents Huawei and BAIC’s ambitious entry into the luxury electric sedan market, offering advanced technology and features aimed at discerning buyers looking for a blend of performance and comfort.