5 Premium Chinese SUVs to Launch in 2025
The Chinese New Year of 2025 is approaching, and as the festive atmosphere intensifies, the Chinese automotive market is also gearing up for a new year of excitement. As one of the most dynamic automobile manufacturing nations globally, China’s SUV market continues to captivate consumers worldwide with its diverse range of products and exceptional value for money. To mark the beginning of this promising year, we have curated a list of 5 premium SUVs set to launch in 2025. These vehicles stand out with their remarkable advancements in design, performance, and smart technology.
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NO.1: Denza N9
- Positioning: Large six-seat SUV
- Dimensions: 5258 x 2030 x 1830 mm
- Wheelbase: 3125 mm
The Denza N9 is expected to be a major effort by the Denza brand to dominate the large six-seat segment. However, this vehicle uses a plug-in hybrid system rather than a range extender. BYD’s sub-brands are not short of range-extended models. For such a comfort-focused large vehicle, range extender technology could be a better fit.
With plug-in hybrids, the engine’s behavior feels closer to that of traditional fuel cars once the range extender is engaged. In contrast, range-extended vehicles offer a smoother calibration, with better noise and vibration control. It will be interesting to see if BYD incorporates range extender technology into more models in the future rather than sticking to plug-in hybrids.
The dimensions of the Denza N9 position it as a rival to the Li Auto L9 and AITO M9. Regarding its intelligent driving system, it is unlikely to adopt Huawei’s tech, instead possibly opting for its proprietary “Eye of the God.” Further details about its final configuration are yet to be revealed by Denza.
NO.2: Deepal S09
- Positioning: Mid-to-large six-seat SUV
- Dimensions: 5205 x 1996 x 1800 mm
- Wheelbase: 3105 mm
Another vehicle exceeding 5.2 meters in length, the Deepal S09 challenges not only your wallet but also your parking space. Still, large SUVs remain highly popular among families, especially those with at least four members and parents joining on trips, making six-seaters a necessity. Even though the third row in such vehicles can often be cramped and underutilized, it’s better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
A key talking point of the Deepal S09 is its pricing, which has yet to be disclosed. The vehicle is likely to feature Huawei’s advanced intelligent driving system, possibly the ADS 3.0, as seen on the Avatr lineup. If the intelligent driving-equipped S09 is priced below 300,000 RMB, it will undoubtedly attract significant attention.
As the 2025 market sees more six-seater and range-extended vehicles, competition will intensify, potentially driving prices lower. Given Li Auto’s recent struggles with sales, it remains to be seen if they will take bold steps in 2025.
NO.3: AITO M8
- Positioning: Mid-to-large six-seat SUV
- Estimated Dimensions: 5100 x 1995 x 1800 mm
- Wheelbase: 3050 mm
The AITO M8 is expected to achieve monthly sales of over 20,000 units, following the success of the M9, which currently sells around 16,000 units per month. With a projected starting price of 329,900 RMB, the M8 will feature Huawei’s advanced intelligent driving system, a new chassis, and an interior space slightly smaller than the M9.
Why did AITO launch the M8? Essentially, it’s to allow the M9 to maintain AITO’s brand prestige while the M8 continues to capture a larger share of the range-extended market. The AITO M8 will not only compete with the M9 but also encroach on the market share of Li Auto’s L8 and L9. Additionally, the M8 features a younger and more versatile design, making it one of the most anticipated hot-selling models of 2025.
NO.4: Xiaomi YU7
- Positioning: Mid-to-large all-electric SUV
- Dimensions: 4999 x 1996 x 1600 mm
- Wheelbase: 3000 mm
The Xiaomi YU7 has generated significant buzz, with some speculating it could surpass the SU7 in popularity. While it may achieve high sales figures, the excitement around it might fall short compared to the SU7.
As an SUV, the YU7 is expected to cater to a different demographic, likely 5–10 years older than the SU7’s buyers, with a stronger emphasis on interior space. Positioned as a pure electric SUV, it will likely compete with models such as the Zeekr 7x, IM LS6, and Tesla Model Y. If Xiaomi offers competitive pricing and supports urban autonomous driving across all trims, the YU7 could become a formidable rival to the Model Y. However, Xiaomi’s delivery efficiency will be crucial to its success.If Xiaomi can achieve delivery times of 1–2 weeks, monthly sales of 30,000 units for the YU7 would be within reach.
NO.5: Fengyun T11
- Positioning: Mid-to-large all-electric SUV
- Estimated Dimensions: 5150 x 1995 x 1800 mm
- Wheelbase: 3100 mm
Chery has been working on large vehicles for some time now, but the performance of the STERRA ET(EXLANTIX ET) in 2024 was modest, with monthly sales hovering around 2,000 units. For the Fengyun T11 to achieve strong sales, thorough market research is crucial. Decisions about which intelligent driving system to adopt and whether the entry-level version should lower the price by reducing configurations are key considerations.
Returning to the main brand to develop a flagship mod el is not necessarily a bad move, but the question remains: what is the maximum price point the Chery brand can support? The pricing strategy and configuration choices for the Fengyun T11 will be critical to its success or failure.
Based on currently leaked images, the Fengyun T11 will feature a 30-inch display, an instrument panel in front of the steering wheel, and a central console design that resembles the STERRA ES more than the ET.
Chery has been an early player in the NEV sector, with the eQ1 becoming a well-known model in the shared vehicle market. However, achieving success in the high-end segment has proven challenging for Chery. Whether Chery can excel in developing range-extended vehicles in 2025 remains to be seen.
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