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Fulwin X3L is the answer for those concerned about EV range and space

The iCaur 03 has just been launched in the Malaysian market, bringing off-road driving capability within a full-time electric SUV package.

The model displayed here is a sibling to the iCaur 03T, but with a different name: the Chery Fulwin X3L.

The ‘L’ at the end of the name signifies that this SUV offers the advantage of a longer dimension.

Compared to the iCaur 03, the Fulwin X3L measures 4,545 mm in length (+139 mm), 1,950 mm in width (+40 mm), 1,815 mm in height (+10 mm), and a wheelbase of 2,783 mm (+68 mm).

More notably, it now comes equipped with the Kunpeng Golden range-extender powertrain, combining a 1.5-liter turbo engine (154 hp) with either a single electric motor or dual electric motors with an AWD system.

The total power output for the single motor variant reaches 248 hp, while the AWD version boasts up to 422 hp and 505 Nm of torque.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes just 4.7 seconds.

The X3L offers a zero-emission driving range between 135 km and 215 km, or up to 1,200 km with a full fuel tank.

The layout of the X3L’s cabin is nearly identical to that of the iCaur 03, but it includes several enhancements such as a tank turn function, off-road cruise control, and a low-speed crawling function.

The retail price in the Chinese market starts from 119,900 yuan to 159,900 yuan (RM71,043 to RM94,744).

EV, NEWS

More details on Mazda EZ-60 specifications revealed

Further details regarding the Mazda EZ-60 electric SUV have been revealed through the website of the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

According to preliminary reports, the Mazda EZ-60 is equipped with a single electric motor producing 255 hp, capable of reaching a top speed of 185 km/h.

In terms of dimensions, the SUV measures 4,850 mm in length, 1,935 mm in width, 1,620 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,902 mm, placing it in the mid-size SUV category.

The EZ-60 features a futuristic and minimalist cabin layout, with a floating 26.45-inch 5K display, a two-spoke steering wheel, and side display screens.

Additionally, the front seats come equipped with a zero-gravity function, premium upholstery, ventilation, heating, massage features, built-in speakers in the headrest, and wireless charging slots.

Mazda has also disclosed that this SUV weighs approximately 2,180 kg and has a weight distribution ratio of 47:53, compared to 50:50 for the extended-range version (EREV) of the EZ-60.

For your information, the Mazda EZ-60 EREV combines a 255 hp electric motor with a 1.5-liter engine that serves only as a power generator, along with a 31.73 kWh LFP battery pack.

This configuration allows the EZ-60 EREV to travel up to 160 km on a zero-emission drive.

Interestingly, since its debut last month, Mazda has received interest for 20,000 pre-orders for the EZ-60.

While the sale price has not been disclosed, local automotive websites suggest that the price for the EZ-60 starts from RMB 150,000 to RMB 300,000 (approximately RM 88,000 to RM 175,000).

EV, NEWS

Leapmotor unveils C10 REEV variant, 1.5L engine, driving range up to 950 km

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Leapmotor has announced a new variant of its electric SUV, the C10, which will be showcased at the Brussels Motor Show 2025, taking place in January.

The C10 REEV (Range-Extended Electric Vehicle) promises the benefits of both electric vehicles and internal combustion engines by offering a longer driving range and good fuel efficiency.

The C10 REEV features a 215 PS electric motor paired with a 28.4 kWh battery pack, which provides a zero-emission driving range of only 145 km.

With the support of a 1.5-liter engine acting as a range extender, the C10 REEV can travel over 950 km on a full tank of fuel, achieving a fuel consumption rate of 0.4 liters per 100 km.

According to Leapmotor, the C10 REEV primarily operates as an electric vehicle initially, but when the battery power decreases, the engine will activate to generate electrical power and recharge the battery.

Owners will also have the option to use a 65 kW DC fast charger, which can extend the range by 72.5 km in just 18 minutes.

More information about the C10 REEV is expected to be revealed at the Brussels Motor Show 2025, scheduled for January 10 to 19, 2025.

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Mazda EZ-6 launched in China, priced from RM86k

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Mazda has announced the sale price for the EZ-6 sedan model, designed as the spiritual successor to the Mazda6 for the Chinese market.

The EZ-6 sedan is essentially a badge-engineered version of the Deepal SL03 model produced by Changan Automobile.

There, buyers can acquire an electric sedan powered by a single rear-wheel-drive electric motor delivering 255 hp and 320 Nm of torque, paired with two battery capacity options.

The base version comes with a 56.1 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack, offering a range of 480 km, while the 68.8 kWh battery pack allows for a range of over 600 km on a full charge.

There is also a range-extender version, where the Mazda EZ-6 range extender comes equipped with a 215 hp and 320 Nm electric motor supported by a 1.5-liter engine producing 94 hp to charge the battery pack.

Two battery capacity options are available for the range-extender version: 18.9 kWh or 28.4 kWh, with the smaller version enabling a zero-emission range of 105 km, while the larger unit increases the range to 160 km.

Most notably, thanks to the additional engine, the overall range of the EZ-6 range extender sedan can reach up to 1,300 km!

In terms of dimensions, the Mazda EZ-6 measures 4,921 mm in length with a wheelbase of approximately 2,895 mm, making it longer than its competitor, the Toyota Camry.

Other features include a 10.1-inch digital cluster screen, a 14.6-inch central screen, leather or Nappa leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless device charging, a 64-color ambient lighting system, and a premium Sony audio system with 14 speakers.

The sale price starts at 139,800 yuan (RM85,531) for the range-extender variant, while the pure EV version starts at 159,800 yuan (RM97,768)

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Leapmotor C16 launched in China, boasts a range of up to 1,095 km!

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STELLANTIS-backed Chinese EV manufacturer Leapmotor has launched its latest product, a mid-size SUV known as the C16.

Exterior-wise, the C16 follows in the footsteps of the automaker’s first global model, the C10, with its full-width headlights and tail lamps, and flush door handles.

However, the new model is slightly larger, measuring 4,915 mm in length (+176 mm), 1,905 mm in width (+ 5mm), and 1,770 mm in height (+90 mm). The wheelbase, which measures in at 2,825 mm, is identical to that of the C10.

Inside, the C16 continues the minimalist design seen in the C10. Right in front of the driver is a 10.25-inch instrument panel, while sitting atop the clean dashboard is a 14.6-inch touchscreen powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8925 chip.

Here, the C16 can be distinguished by the 2-2-2 seating configuration. The second row features electrically adjustable captain chairs, which, in addition to having heating and ventilation functions, can recline up to 145 degrees.

Meanwhile, the third-row seats can recline up to 10 degrees and have armrests with a width of 120 mm. Leapmotor claims that the headroom in the final row is 947 mm.

Other niceties include a rear seat entertainment system with a ceiling-mounted 15.6-inch screen, a premium audio system with 21 speakers, dual-zone air conditioning (three zones for higher variants), and a 15W wireless charger.

For safety, the C16 is equipped with the Pilot Intelligent Driving Assistance System, encompassing 30 sensors to achieve level 3 autonomous driving.

Like the C10, the C16 is available in fully electric or range-extender hybrid guises. The EV version is equipped with a 67.7 kWh LFP battery offering a range of up to 520 km.

It also has an electric motor generating 292 PS and 360 Nm, allowing the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds.

Meanwhile, the range-extender hybrid version features a combination of a 1.5-litre engine, a 28.4 kWh battery pack, and a rear-axle electric motor with 231 PS and 320 Nm. It has a range of up to 200 km on electric power alone or up to 1,095 km with engine assistance.

In China, the C16 is offered in a total of six variants (three for the EV, three more for the range extender) with prices ranging from 155,800 to 185,800 yuan (RM101,067-RM120,528).