On March 11th, during the auspicious occasion of Long Tai Tou (the second day of the second lunar month), the highly anticipated "40,000 RMB Level Ultra-Comfortable Electric Hybrid Flagship" Star Journey Yao Guang C-DM made its global debut in a blaze of glory.
The new vehicle is available in 5 models, with official prices as follows: Long Range Plus starting at 159,800 RMB, Long Range Pro at 172,800 RMB, Ultra Long Range Pro at 188,800 RMB, Ultra Long Range Max at 205,800 RMB, and Four-Wheel Drive Ultra Long Range Max at 225,800 RMB, truly achieving "the same price for gasoline and electricity".
Different from the majority of outdated gasoline vehicles, budget hybrids, and entry-level electric products in this market, the Yao Guang C-DM has been developed in accordance with global market conditions, based on the fourth generation of the "Universal Special Hybrid" technology on the M3X Super Hybrid platform.
The hybrid technology trajectory has evolved from the first generation of converting gasoline to electricity, the second generation being primarily gasoline-driven, to the third generation focusing on electricity, and now it has entered a transformative era.
The fourth generation of the M3X Super Hybrid platform's Universal Special Hybrid technology builds on the third generation by incorporating intelligent control.
The fourth-generation universal dedicated hybrid system is composed of key components including the fifth-generation world-class hybrid-specific engine, a three-speed DHT dual-motor hybrid-specific gearbox, CATL's M3P lithium iron manganese phosphate hybrid-specific battery, a flying fish hybrid-specific chassis, and various control systems.
Among these, the industry's first dual-motor drive three-speed DHT has been recognized with a national key new energy technology project certification. The gearbox achieves a transmission efficiency of up to 97.6%, with a 3-engine, 3-speed, 9-mode, 11-speed setup covering 9 major daily driving scenarios. It has undergone 200,000 cycles of rigorous environmental comprehensive simulation.
The 1.5TGDI high-efficiency hybrid-specific engine boasts an industry-leading thermal efficiency of 44.5%, with a fuel consumption as low as 5.4L/100km, making it more cost-effective than traditional gasoline vehicles.
The new vehicle features a maximum battery capacity of 34.46kWh, with a WLTC pure electric range of up to 160km, allowing for weekly charges to meet the daily commuting needs.
Its combined range reaches an impressive 1343km (with a tested limit of up to 1418.2km), easily covering the distance from Beijing to Shanghai on a single tank of fuel.
Fast charging can replenish the battery from 30% to 80% in just 20 minutes, while the industry-leading 6.6kW (tested up to 6.7 kW) power output supports uninterrupted operation of 7 major appliances for 5 hours.
The Yao Guang C-DM two-wheel drive model is equipped with dual drive motors, offering a maximum total power output of 270kW and a maximum total torque of 605 N·m.
The all-in-one electric four-wheel drive model boasts a maximum total power of 445kW and a maximum total torque of 915 N·m, achieving 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in just around 4 seconds, and speeding up from 90 km/h to 120 km/h in only 2.8 seconds.
The YG C-DM is equipped with the Flying Fish SuperSense Chassis, which has been honored with the title of "China's Top 10 Chassis." This feature boasts a staggering 67% adoption rate among YG C-DM users.
Luxury features including the CDC electromagnetic suspension system, Soft Stop system, chassis hydraulic isolation system, and intelligent linear control braking system offer enhanced performance in various driving conditions such as waiting at traffic lights, accelerating rapidly, or navigating sharp turns. Benefits include a 36% reduction in nose lift during acceleration, a 30% improvement in brake dive, a 5% decrease in body roll during turns, and a 40% reduction in jolts over bumps.
Additionally, the brand-new generation of Bosch DP-EPS intuitive steering system increases steering precision by 20%.
The YaoGuang C-DM is equipped with advanced smart driving features such as NOC high-speed navigation, HPA memory parking, TJA traffic congestion assistance, and ICA integrated cruise assistance.
The CATL M3P hybrid-specific battery from Ningde Times meets the demand for ultra-wide operating temperatures from -35°C to 60°C, ensuring the battery can still start even at -35°C.
Running solely on electricity without refueling, the battery can last for 15 years.
With an industry-leading 1+8+1 battery management system, rapid disconnection of high voltage occurs within 2ms in the event of collisions during driving or charging, effectively preventing potential dangers.
In terms of safety design, the battery itself features a CTP ultra-strong structural design, with large batteries arranged in a centrally symmetrical layout and surrounded by protective and heat-insulating plates. The vehicle body incorporates reinforced beams and energy-absorbing structures within the door thresholds, ensuring that the battery pack remains undamaged even in the event of a collision.
To showcase unparalleled confidence in product safety, Xingtu has undertaken a remarkable feat - conducting a groundbreaking New Energy Extreme Safety Test live at the launch event:
This test simulates the most concerning and painful issue for users when purchasing and using new energy vehicles: the risk of battery fires caused by damage from scraping and impacts to the bottom of the vehicle.
Under the observation of national authoritative institution, Automotive Engineering Research Institute, as well as national media and live streaming across the internet, a continuous chassis penetration impact test was conducted.
During the test, the YaoGuang C-DM was impacted at speeds of 30km/h, 40km/h, and 50km/h, with the vehicle's undercarriage obstacles overlapping the battery pack by 30mm, 40mm, and 50mm respectively.
The results of the test prove that even under conditions far exceeding industry standards (30km/h, 30mm intrusion), after three consecutive impacts and 30 minutes of static rest, the YaoGuang C-DM still achieves the remarkable feat of "no smoke, no leakage, no water immersion".
Recent data indicates that the penetration rate of new energy vehicles officially exceeded 30% in 2023, with an anticipated increase of 5-10 percentage points in 2024. The primary driving force behind this growth is expected to be plug-in hybrid models, which represent a significant market opportunity.
