The Jiyue 07, a new electric liftback, has been officially unveiled in China. This electric sedan is a collaboration between Geely and Baidu and has already been recognized as the winner of the Red Dot Award for 2023. Consumers in China can expect to see the Jiyue 07 available for purchase in 2024.
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The Jiyue 07, previously assumed to be named Jiyue 02, is built on Geely's SEA architecture and comes equipped with self-driving capabilities developed by Baidu. Jiyue is a joint venture between Baidu and Geely, with Baidu initially holding a 55% stake in the brand. However, after some restructuring, the brand was renamed Jiyue and Geely's holding increased to 65%. Geely handles the manufacturing aspect of the vehicle, while Baidu is responsible for the software, ADAS, and connectivity.
The Jiyue 07 is the second model in the Jiyue lineup, following the release of the Jiyue 01 SUV. This mid-size liftback car is based on the Jidu Robo-02 concept and boasts sleek styling, a low beltline, and wide wheel arches. The Jiyue 07 distinguishes itself by omitting door handles and featuring buttons on the B and C-pillars instead. The front end of the car showcases Y-shaped headlights, similar to its predecessor. Additionally, the Jiyue 07 includes a large panoramic roof, an active spoiler, and a single taillight unit on the side.
The Jiyue 07 electric liftback is equipped with five-spoke rims that come with aerodynamic covers. This model has been honored with two design awards: the 2023 Red Dot Design Award and the iF Design Award 2023. The Red Dot Design Award for 2023 recognized 16 cars, including the Peugeot 408, Genesis G90, Deepal SL03, and the Jiyue 07. In terms of specifications, the entry-level version of the Jiyue 07 features a single e-motor with a 200kW output and a 71.4kWh LFP battery. On the other hand, the 4WD version is equipped with a 400kW motor and a 100kWh NMC battery pack.
The self-driving system of the Jiyue 07 relies on cameras and radars, but does not include hip LiDAR sensors. Unfortunately, pricing and full release details for the Jiyue 07 have not been disclosed at this time. However, it is anticipated that the EV will make its way to the Chinese market by mid-2024.
