The Stelato V8, positioned as a family intelligent flagship MPV, will make its debut at the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show. Measuring 5335/2005/1805mm with a 3250mm wheelbase, it offers both BEV and EREV powertrains, with the BEV version delivering up to 830km range and featuring a HarmonyOS triple-screen cockpit with LiDAR.
Chengdu Auto Show Debut: Stelato V8 Officially Unveiled
On August 20, at the Stelato G9 and Harmony Intelligent Mobility product launch event, Huawei Executive Director and Terminal BG Chairman Yu Chengdong officially announced that the Stelato V8, positioned as a family intelligent flagship MPV, will make its debut at the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show.
This launch marks the formal completion of Harmony Intelligent Mobility's premium MPV product matrix. The brand's MPV lineup is structured as follows:
| Positioning | Models | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra-luxury | Maextro V800 / V680 | Top-tier business and luxury travel |
| Business & Family | Luxeed V9 | Multi-scenario users |
| Premium Family | Stelato V8 | High-end families seeking intelligent experience |
The arrival of the Stelato V8 also means the Stelato brand now covers a full-category luxury product matrix spanning sedans, station wagons, SUVs, and MPVs.
Dimensions and Exterior Design
The Stelato V8 is positioned as a mid-to-large-size MPV with dimensions similar to the Luxeed V9, but with distinctly differentiated design language.
Key dimensional specifications:
- Length × Width × Height: 5335mm / 2005mm / 1805mm
- Wheelbase: 3250mm
- Wheels: 19-inch
Exterior design highlights include:
- Large-rake front windshield with triangular window on A-pillar and streamlined front fascia
- Split headlight design with full-width daytime running lights featuring star-river texture
- Roof-mounted LiDAR as standard, providing hardware foundation for advanced intelligent driving
- Full-width taillights at the rear with texture echoing the front DRLs
Powertrain: Dual BEV and EREV Options
The Stelato V8 offers both battery electric (BEV) and extended-range electric (EREV) powertrains to cover different usage scenarios.
BEV Version:
- Single-motor total power: 227kW
- Dual-motor total power: 387kW
- Pure electric range: 775km / 830km (depending on trim)
EREV Version:
- 1.5T range-extender maximum power: 118kW
- Pure electric range: 275km / 260km / 339km (depending on trim)
- Maximum pure electric range of 339km meets daily commuting needs without charging anxiety
| Powertrain | Max Power | Electric Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEV Single-Motor | 227kW | 775km | City commuting, long-distance travel |
| BEV Dual-Motor | 387kW | 830km | High-performance needs, long-distance travel |
| EREV | 118kW (range extender) | 260-339km | No charging anxiety, all-scenario coverage |
Intelligent Cockpit: Triple-Screen Plus HarmonyOS Ecosystem
The interior continues the intelligent DNA of the Harmony Intelligent Mobility series.
Key cockpit highlights include:
- No physical buttons on the center console, adopting a minimalist design language
- Triple-screen infotainment system integrating instrument, center control, and passenger entertainment displays
- Three-spoke steering wheel with roller and button combination controls
- Center console island eliminates all physical buttons, retaining wireless charging pad and cup holders
- Standard head-up display (HUD)
- Built-in HarmonyOS supporting multi-device connectivity and ecosystem expansion
The standard roof-mounted LiDAR indicates the Stelato V8 will feature advanced intelligent driving capabilities, expected to carry Huawei's ADS premium assisted driving system.
Market Outlook and Competitive Landscape
In 2026, China's premium family MPV market is experiencing rapid growth. As the proportion of multi-child families rises and consumption upgrade trends continue, large space, intelligence, and new energy have become core purchasing criteria for MPVs.
The Stelato V8 enters a competitive landscape featuring:
- Direct competitors including Denza D9, Zeekr 009, and Buick GL8 PHEV
- Huawei's accumulated expertise in intelligent cockpits and assisted driving as a core differentiator
- HarmonyOS ecosystem's multi-device synergy offering a unique experience for family travel scenarios
For observers in Central Asia and Russia, the Stelato V8 represents the latest evolution of Chinese intelligent EVs in the premium segment. As Chinese brands accelerate their global expansion, premium intelligent MPVs like the Stelato V8 may also reach overseas markets in the future. Stay tuned to EX1000.COM for more new car updates.
