SAIC Volkswagen ID.ERA 9X Launches at ¥299,800 Starting Price—Over 11,000 Units Reserved in First Hour

SAIC Volkswagen officially launched its new flagship SUV, the ID. UNYX 9X, with a limited-time promotional price starting at RMB 299,800. Positioned as a premium German-engineered range-extended electric SUV, it features a six-seat layout tailored for family users and offers spacious interior room. The vehicle is powered by an EA211 range extender and comes standard with a high-performance 380kW electric drive system, paired with a 65.2kWh battery pack delivering a CLTC-rated pure-electric range of 406 km and a combined range exceeding 1,651 km. For intelligent driving assistance, it integrates Momenta’s R7 reinforcement learning model and 26 perception sensors, enabling features such as highway navigation pilot, urban navigation pilot, and path-tracing reverse parking. The cabin features a nine-screen interactive setup, including a “Magic Screen,” dual 2.5K-resolution central control displays, and independent headrest speakers. The seats are upholstered in Nappa leather and equipped with ventilation, heating, and massage functions, complemented by an intelligent vortex airflow climate control system. Underpinning the vehicle is a closed-loop dual-chamber air suspension and an active rear-wheel steering system, achieving a minimum turning radius of just 4.85 meters. The body structure utilizes high-strength steel and incorporates multiple layers of battery protection. Exterior color options include Desert Gold and Mystic Green, while the interior offers multiple design themes. Purchase benefits include trade-in subsidies, lifetime warranty coverage, and low-interest financing. Within the first hour of launch, the model secured 11,079 firm orders.