# Chinese smart vehicle market expansion > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chinese-smart-vehicle-market-expansion > Updated: 2026-09-19T04:30:48.000Z. Sources: 44. Developments: 2. New intelligent electric and range-extended vehicles are entering the Chinese market with advanced driving assistance systems. In early September, Changan Automobile opened pre-sales for the Changan Qiyuan Q06, a mid-size SUV. The model features the Tianshu Pilot Ultra intelligent driving system, which utilizes a large model trained on 20 million driving data segments and includes 256-line LiDAR. The vehicle offers both pure electric versions with a 700km range and range-extended versions providing a combined 1,600km range. By mid-September, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor launched the Xinghai V6, a large six-seater vehicle. This model incorporates Huawei Qiankun ADS SE intelligent driving technology, utilizing a perception system of cameras, ultrasonic radars, and millimeter-wave radars to provide urban and highway navigation assistance. The Xinghai V6 is positioned as an accessible option for high-end intelligent driving, with promotional prices starting at 99,900 yuan. At its 2026 autumn product launch in Liuzhou, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor provided further details on the Xinghai V6, noting its 2,900mm wheelbase and a 60.5kWh battery offering a 510km range. The company also highlighted a strategic shift toward global expansion, moving from simple product exports to a localized ecosystem that includes nine overseas KD factories and a new right-hand drive platform. Recent industry analysis suggests the launch of the Xinghai V6 reflects a broader trend where high-end smart driving technology is moving into more affordable vehicle segments. Additionally, August 2026 export data indicates strong performance from Chinese manufacturers, with BYD leading new energy vehicle exports, followed by Tesla and Geely. ## Claims - Skoda is launching the Peaq, a 487-centimeter long SUV, as its new flagship model. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The Peaq offers a range of up to 647 kilometers depending on battery and motor configuration. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Peaq is the first SUV in the VW Group to offer a seven-seat configuration in an electric model. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The starting price for the Skoda Peaq is expected to be at least 49,900 Euro. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Dongfeng has launched the Xinghai V6, a six-seater SUV featuring Huawei Qiankun ADS SE intelligent driving technology. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Volkswagen is facing a financial burden of ten billion Euro due to various crises. (single source) - Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer will join Volvo Cars in October 2027. (single source) - Volkswagen has presented the Mission Efficiency prototype, claiming it is the world's most efficient near-series electric car. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-19: Skoda expands electric lineup with Peaq flagship and Epiq compact SUV Skoda expands its electric range with the Peaq, a flagship seven-seat SUV, and the Epiq, a compact entry-level electric SUV, both utilizing the MEB+ platform. 42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/xinghai-v6-launched-with-huawei-smart-driving-starting-at-99900-yuan ### 2026-09-04: Changan Qiyuan Q06 SUV begins pre-sales starting at 147,900 yuan Changan Automobile has launched pre-sales for the Changan Qiyuan Q06 SUV, starting at 147,900 yuan, featuring the Tianshu Pilot Ultra end-to-end intelligent driving system. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/changan-qiyuan-q06-suv-begins-pre-sales-starting-at-147900-yuan --- Cite as: Chinese smart vehicle market expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/chinese-smart-vehicle-market-expansion