Equinox (Chevrolet)

On April 25, at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Chevrolet, an SAIC-GM sub-brand, officially launched the Equinox Plus, its first midsize plug-in hybrid SUV. The vehicle is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 149,900 to CNY 179,900.

The Equinox Plus adopts a next-generation design language with two exterior options, presenting a new trendy American style. It measures 4,653mm long, 1,902mm wide, and 1,714mm or 1,728mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,730mm. The trunk volume can be expanded from 648L to 1,619L.

Equipped with an SAIC-GM next-generation intelligent PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) system, a new 132kW/250Nm Ecotec 1.5T hybrid engine, a 2-speed dedicated hybrid transmission, and an FWD system, the Equinox Plus delivers a maximum motor power of 140kW, a peak motor torque of 315Nm, a combined system power of 272kW, a combined system torque of 565Nm, a minimum 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 6.8 seconds, and a top speed of 180km/h.

A next-generation PHEV lithium-iron phosphate battery developed to the same standards as the Ultium platform completes the powertrain of the Equinox Plus, with a combined range of over 1,000km. The 16.5kWh- and 24.4kWh-battery-capacity variants deliver respective CLTC electric-mode ranges of 102km and 155km and respective CLTC combined fuel consumption of 1.2L/100km and 0.72L/100km.

Coming standard with dual 11- and 11.3-inch suspended displays and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, the Equinox Plus is the first joint-venture model where AI large model features are applied in volume. Some variants are available with practical features such as iKey, mobile phone wireless charging panels, and 3.3kW V2L (Vehicle to Load), plus a Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance system).

Also exhibited at the event was the Equinox EV, Chevrolet’s first Ultium-based battery electric SUV.

From SAIC-GM press releases 1/2/3 and information on the Chevrolet website

On April 25, the Auto China 2024 (18th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition) was officially opened at the China International Exhibition Center Shunyi Hall and Chaoyang Hall in Beijing.

With the theme of “Driving to Smart Mobility” and participation by over 1,500 companies, the event covers a total exhibition area of 230,000 square meters and has over 20 summit forums. The press days, professional visitor days, and general public days fall on April 25 to 26, April 27 to 28, and April 29 to May 4, respectively. A component exhibition at the Chaoyang Hall is held from April 25 to 27. 117 vehicles (including 30 from multinationals) will make their global debut, and 41 concept vehicles and 278 New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) will be on display.

Chinese automakers, such as BYD, SAIC Motor, Geely, Chery, Great Wall Motor, BAIC Group, GAC Group, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, and Changan Auto, will be present with blockbuster models and latest technologies from their sub-brands. Specifically, brands such as Livan Auto, Radar Auto, and Fang Cheng Bao will make their first appearance. The key models include BYD’s Qin L midsize plug-in hybrid sedan and new Denza Z9 GT flagship sedan, Geely’s Zeekr Mix compact battery electric MPV, a Geely Galaxy flagship SUV, SAIC Motor’s IM L6 electric sedan, and Chery’s Fulwin E06 battery electric SUV.

Chinese NEV brands, such as NIO, Li Auto, Leapmotor, Neta Auto, XPeng, Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), and Seres, will attend. Specifically, brands such as Xiaomi Auto, Jiyue Auto, and GAC Hyper will make their first appearance. The highlight models include Leapmotor’s C16 mid-to-large-size 6-seater SUV, HIMA’s Stelato S9 premium electric sedan, and Li Auto’s Li L6 luxury mid-to-large-size 5-seater family SUV.

The eye-catching key models from European automakers include VW Group’s ID. Code concept battery electric vehicle (BEV) specifically developed for the Chinese market, Porsche’s Macan electric SUV specifically customized for the Chinese market, and Audi’s Q6L e-tron SUV for the Chinese market. Other brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and BMW MINI will attend.

As for American automakers, SAIC-GM will be present with three sub-brands, and GM will make the first appearance of The Durant Guild. Specifically, the Chevrolet brand will make the debut of the Equinox Plus intelligent plug-in hybrid SUV, and the Cadillac brand will launch the new Optiq luxury BEV. Additionally, Changan Ford is expected to unveil the CX810 New Energy SUV, and JAC Ford will launch the Ford Bronco midsize off-road SUV.

As for Japanese automakers, Toyota will showcase a new product lineup and make the global debut of two new models of the bZ BEV family. Honda will exhibit the Ye P7 and the Ye S7, the first two models of the Ye electric vehicle (EV) family, plus the Ye GT, the second concept vehicle of this family. Honda will also introduce a new crossover model co-developed with Muji. Nissan will make the Chinese debut of models such as the Hyper Force concept BEV. Mazda will release a strategy for its development in the Chinese market and make the global debut of its first NEV.

As for Korean automakers, Hyundai will hold a launch for the N brand and debut the Ioniq 5 N, its first mass-produced performance EV. Kia will launch the Sonet subcompact crossover SUV.

On April 22, SAIC-GM announced that at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, three sub-brands will exhibit blockbuster new models.

The Cadillac brand will launch the new Optiq luxury battery electric vehicle.

The Buick brand will unveil the new GL8 Firstland PHEV MPV with a CLTC combined range of up to 1,370km.

The Chevrolet brand will unveil the Equinox Plus intelligent plug-in hybrid SUV with an electric-mode range of 155km, a combined fuel consumption of 0.72L/100km, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 6.8 seconds, and a combined range of over 1,000km.

Chevrolet will also debut the Equinox EV, the first Ultium-based battery electric SUV.

From an SAIC-GM press release