From August 18-20, 2026, a dense wave of new car launches hit the market ahead of the Chengdu Auto Show. The Jetour Shanhai L7 PLUS LiDAR Edition, Fangchengbao Titanium 7 Long-Range, and IM L6 Jimmy Choo limited edition were among five models launched or opened for pre-sale, covering the 119,900-269,900 yuan price range.
Tuesday Explosion: Five Models Debut Together
August 18 (Tuesday) was the core launch day of the week, with five models debuting simultaneously to build momentum for the Chengdu Auto Show opening on August 21.
Key models include:
- Jetour Shanhai L7 PLUS LiDAR Edition: Mid-size PHEV SUV, priced from 119,900-165,900 yuan
- Fangchengbao Titanium 7 DM Long-Range: Boxy PHEV SUV, 195,800-225,800 yuan, 1,400km+ combined range
- IM L6 x Prof. Jimmy Choo Bespoke Edition: Premium pure electric sedan, 234,900-249,900 yuan
- Changan CS55 PLUS Lanjing Super Hybrid: Compact SUV hybrid version
- Yijing X9: New model debut
Jetour Shanhai L7 PLUS LiDAR Edition: ADAS Upgrade for Entry-Level PHEV
The Jetour Shanhai L7 PLUS LiDAR Edition is one of the most noteworthy launches. This mid-size SUV measures 4,810×1,930×1,705mm with a 2,820mm wheelbase, offering five-seat and seven-seat (2/3/2) configurations.
Power comes from a 1.5T PHEV system with a 115kW engine and 150kW electric motor, mated to a super hybrid DHT. The current model packs a 32.66kWh battery delivering up to 220km of EV range.
The LiDAR edition's launch signals that high-end ADAS features are rapidly descending into the sub-150,000 yuan segment. The car features a 15.6-inch center screen, 10.25-inch instrument panel, TOUR OS 3.0 smart AI cockpit with voice AI, and a 12-speaker Boya sound system.
| Model | Segment | Powertrain | Key Highlight | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetour Shanhai L7 PLUS LiDAR | Mid-size SUV | 1.5T PHEV | LiDAR + ADAS | From 119,900 yuan |
| Fangchengbao Titanium 7 DM LR | Large SUV | 1.5T PHEV | 1,400km+ range | 195,800-225,800 yuan |
| IM L6 Jimmy Choo Edition | Mid-size Sedan | Pure EV | Bespoke + Drive-by-Wire | 234,900-249,900 yuan |
| Changan CS55 PLUS Hybrid | Compact SUV | Hybrid | Super hybrid system | TBA |
Wednesday-Thursday Continuation: Buick and HarmonyOS Smart Mobility
On August 19 (Wednesday), the Buick Zhijing L7 Pure Electric officially launched with pre-sale prices of 194,900-231,900 yuan. This large sedan measures 5,032×1,952×1,499mm with a 3,000mm wheelbase, featuring rear-wheel-drive layout, 282kW motor, and 702km of range.
Also on Wednesday, the GAC Aion Ray7 officially debuted.
On August 20 (Thursday), HarmonyOS Smart Mobility launched two models:
- Xiangjie G9: Flagship intelligent electric SUV
- Zhijie RX: Opened for booking
Chengdu Auto Show Preview: Signals Behind the Dense Launches
This week's concentrated launches are no coincidence. With the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show opening August 21, automakers are releasing flagship products beforehand to drive traffic and capture market attention before the traditional peak sales season.
Several clear trends emerge:
- ADAS democratization: LiDAR and high-end ADAS are rapidly descending from 300,000+ yuan to below 150,000 yuan
- PHEV surge: Multiple PHEV launches with EV range jumping from 100km to 200km+ or even 300km+
- Crossover collaborations: The IM-Jimmy Choo partnership shows Chinese brands using fashion crossovers to build premium positioning
- Full price coverage: From 119,900 yuan PHEVs to 250,000+ yuan premium EVs
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