Electric vehicle model Aito M8 records more than 10,000 pre-sales orders within the initial 8 hours of sales launch.
Huawei-Backed Aito M8 EV Pre-Sales Kick Off with Strong Demand
In an exciting development for the automotive industry, pre-sales for the battery electric vehicle (BEV) variant of the Aito M8 have commenced. This new offering was announced by Huawei's HIMA (Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance) business.
The Aito M8 EV, a variant of the large SUV jointly developed by Huawei and Seres Group, initially launched on April 16, 2023, as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV). Now, the BEV variant is being offered, with a starting price of RMB 378,000.
The BEV variant of the Aito M8 features a 100 kWh battery capacity and boasts a range of up to 705 km (438 miles) under the CLTC standard. It uses an 800V architecture with nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry and can charge from 10% to 80% in under 30 minutes.
The SUV is equipped with dual all-wheel-drive motors delivering a combined 396 hp (295 kW), enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). Its aerodynamic design has a drag coefficient of 0.259, superior to some luxury competitors, and includes features like a 1.8-meter LED light strip, retractable door handles, and animated tail lights.
The interior offers futuristic family-focused luxury with multiple trims available, topping out near $65,000. Gesture-controlled doors with no physical handles add to its high-tech appeal.
The official launch of the Aito M8 EV is scheduled for August. Customers who reserve the vehicle by paying a deposit of RMB 5,000 will receive a RMB 5,000 discount and a free purple exterior worth RMB 8,000.
The pre-sales for the Aito M8 EV started today, with over 10,000 pre-orders secured within 8 hours, reflecting strong market excitement for its combination of performance, range, design, and advanced technology.
The location where the pre-sales are taking place is not specified in the article. For more information, interested customers are advised to contact their local Huawei dealership or visit the Aito M8 EV's official website.
- The pre-sales for Huawei's electric vehicle, the Aito M8 EV, have garnered strong demand, with over 10,000 pre-orders in just 8 hours.
- The Aito M8 EV, a battery electric vehicle (BEV), features a 100 kWh battery capacity and offers a range of up to 705 km (438 miles) under the CLTC standard.
- The automotive industry is witnessing an exciting shift, with the Aito M8 EV being one of the latest electric-vehicles to join the market, initially launched as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV).
- The Aito M8 EV is equipped with advanced technology, such as an 800V architecture and nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry, capable of charging from 10% to 80% in under 30 minutes.
- The Aito M8 EV's BEV variant, set to launch officially in August, aims to redefine the lifestyle and mobility experience with its futuristic design, family-focused luxury interior, and high-tech appeal.
