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On April 26, at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Jetta, a sub-brand of FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (FAW-VW), officially launched the new VS5 and VS7 models. The former is available in seven variants, with prices ranging from CNY 87,900 to CNY 121,900. The latter is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 107,900 to CNY 141,900.

Both the VS5 and the VS7 are based on the MQB (Modular Transverse Toolkit) platform and powered by a 110kW/250Nm VW EA211 turbocharged engine, mated to a 5-speed manual or Aisin 6-speed automatic manual transmission. They are available with features such as a 360-degree panoramic image system and ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control).

Jetta also unveiled its 2.0 brand strategy, aiming to open 500 new terminal service outlets, release co-creation and sharing plans for users, and enter the Uzbek market. The brand will introduce the new VA5 sedan in 2024 and roll out a new flagship ICE SUV and accelerate the electrification of its product portfolio in 2025.

From Jetta press releases 1/2/3 and information on the Jetta website 1/2

On April 30, FAW Bestune started accepting pre-orders for the Xiaoma, its first micro electric hatchback. The vehicle is available in three variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 28,900 to CNY 34,900.

The Xiaoma employs a flowing curve design, with cute eye-like headlights. It incorporates elements such as toys and games into the interior and exterior, while offering over 100 personalized customization schemes.

The Xiaoma delivers a power consumption as low as 8.8kWh/100km. It is equipped with an IP68-rated power battery and a battery management system. The interior is 100% free of pungent odors.

From an FAW Bestune press release

On April 25, at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Golden Sunflower, an FAW Group sub-brand, debuted a full range of models: the Guoyao ultra-luxury full-size SUV, the Guoli top-tier luxury flagship sedan, the Guoya ultra-luxury executive sedan, the Guoyue luxury concierge bus, and a new concept vehicle.

Specifically, the Guoya became available for global pre-order. The exterior integrates Chinese aesthetics and cutting-edge technologies, and the interior adopts a classic axisymmetric design. The vehicle is equipped with configurations and features such as an in-house developed 3.0T or 4.0T engine, an intelligent 4WD system, an 8-speed automatic transmission, an augmented reality head-up display, and face, voiceprint, and gesture interaction modes.

From FAW Group press releases 1/2