The Yaoguang SUV is the first Exeed to follow the marque’s newest design direction, and it can be pre-ordered now starting from US$ 24,000. The model is the manufacturer’s first production car based on the M3X Mars Architecture 2.0. The upgraded architecture version means new shock absorbers, improved brakes and electronics and, most importantly, a self-driving system. It is only at Level 2 for now, though.
Powering the Exeed Yaoguang is an improved
2.0-liter turbo engine rated at 261 PS and 400 Nm of torque. The top speed lies at 205 km/h. A hybrid variant has
already been confirmed as well, but it will debut later.
Higher trim levels offer a flip-back
footrest for the front passenger that can be connected with the seat to form a
solid reclining half-bed. The option eliminates the glove compartment, though. The
dashboard houses two 12.3-inch screens, and switching gears can be done easily
thanks to a paddle shifter under the steering wheel. The center console looks
clean with only some HVAC controls on it.
