Huawei and Chery have unveiled the latest in their joint Luxeed electric vehicle series, the R7. Available in Max and Ultra versions, the modern SUV is a member of the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) with the aim of providing a longer electric driving experience.
With its aerodynamic and modern design, the Luxeed R7 measures 4.95 meters long, 19.8 meters wide and 1.63 meters high. Buyers can also order an optional appearance package that includes a rear diffuser and wing. According to Carnewschina, in terms of technology, the R7 is built on Huawei’s proprietary Tuling platform, which includes a double independent front suspension.
The most important feature of the R7 is Huawei’s new technology called “Smart Silent EREV”. In this system, the 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine plays the role of a range extender, and according to Huawei, vibration caused by starting and stopping the engine has been reduced by 90 percent. Both the Max and Ultra models are equipped with a 67-liter tank to provide more range along with the battery.
In the electric section, a 53.4 kWh lithium-ion battery of the NCM type (nickel, cobalt, manganese) is used in both versions of the R7, which, with Huawei’s Giant Whale 400V platform, the trx can be charged from 20 to 80 percent in 15 minutes.
The Max R7 with a rear engine has an output of 227 kW (equivalent to 304 hp) and can go from zero to 100 in 7.4 seconds. This version offers an all-electric range of 360 km and a total range of 1,673 km.
The R7 Ultra’s four-wheel drive version comes with Huawei’s DriveONE dual-motor system. This system consists of a 155kW motor at the front and a 227kW motor at the rear. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km in just 4.9 seconds. The electric range of this version reaches 331 km and the total range is 1,551 km.
Inside the R7, Huawei’s HarmonyOS 4 operating system offers a smart and user-friendly experience. The large 15.6-inch central display and 12.3-inch fully digital speedometer are the highlights of the cabin.
All versions of the R7 are equipped with features such as a panoramic roof, heated seats, ventilation and massage. The front seats with 18-way power adjustment, 10-point massage and 340mm heated footrests provide a near-weightless experience for passengers.
The R7 Max is priced at around €37,300 and the Ultra version is priced at around €39,800.
