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A New High for Domestic Luxury: Spy Shots of Hongqi's L-Series Reveal A Presence That Outshines the Mercedes S-Class

La Mu Mon, Apr 08 2024 10:08 AM EST

On April 7, recent online leaks showcased a series of spy shots for the new Hongqi L-Series model. Despite being heavily camouflaged, the vehicle's commanding presence is unmistakable. Sdb853fc5-74e2-452b-8fe0-8ac56f75b73a.jpg This time, what was captured is a prototype vehicle, which, due to testing, even bears some damage on its body. The vehicle features a familial cascading grille on the front, effortlessly enhancing its luxurious appeal. The headlights on either side are strikingly unique, diverging from the round lights used in the L5. The new model is equipped with horseshoe-shaped light assemblies, boosting its distinctiveness. Sb9a36f6b-e1b7-44b1-83ac-f583bea93525.jpg Combining with two other leaked spy shots, it's evident that the new vehicle adopts the standard sedan design, featuring large-sized dense-spoke wheels. The side profile is exceptionally sleek, presumably reaching a length of 5.2 meters. The rear door appears to have been elongated, ensuring ample space for second-row passengers. S646d0418-d1cd-47a5-8a5f-cd3909cc10e1.jpg The rear styling exudes a sense of dignity and sophistication, featuring vertically arranged taillights and extensive use of chrome accents. When combined, these elements create a commanding presence comparable to executive luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Sc8e84f72-3e12-4f24-befe-4bf93c62ae38.jpg Entering the car, luxury dominates the interior design, characterized by straight lines and well-defined layers. Extensive use of leather upholstery and real wood trim adds to the upscale ambiance. While featuring LCD instrument panels and a central control screen, they are relatively restrained in size. The multifunction steering wheel stands out with its unique style, accentuated by the prominent logo at the center, which underscores its distinguished identity. S43b49da0-c81e-4753-9f07-f4d46c2cd1f2.jpg

S9c80869b-64a1-463b-ad34-f7c3727d2ac2.jpg The current powertrain details of the car are temporarily unknown, but it's speculated to start with the 3.0T V6 engine version. As for the price, 1 million CNY is likely just the baseline estimate.