Luxury brands are transforming more and more rapidly on the road to electrification, and luxury brands led by BBA have carried out a large-scale layout and launched a number of new electric models to capture the market. At the same time, in the mainstream fuel vehicle market, the traditional luxury brand still occupies an absolute dominant position, and the next new models are also full of interest, among which the new E-class and the new 5 series once again set off the battle for luxury medium and large sedans, and the new Lexus GX launched an attack on the domestic luxury hard off-road market.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class long-axle version is now available for pre-order, with a pre-sale price range of 4500-54.000,000 yuan, the car will be officially launched on December 14.
The size of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class long-axle version has been improved compared to the current model, and it will perform better in terms of riding space. As for the standard axle version, it is more refined and elegant.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class adopts a new front face design, the peanut lamp design is classic and retro, and the side shape of the standard axle version is smooth and elegant, and the window bezels, exterior mirrors, and A-pillars and B-pillars are all blackened to form a contrast with the body color. The wheel shape adopts the five-pointed star style, which is fashionable and exquisite, and matches the style of the whole vehicle. The tail shape is minimalist, and the flattened taillights are embellished with blackened elements.
In terms of interior, the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is similar to the Mercedes-Benz EQS, and will be equipped with a three-screen layout called the MBUX super screen by Mercedes-Benz. In terms of power, the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class will be equipped with 2The 0T high and low power engines have a maximum power of 150kW and 190kW respectively, and the power system is still matched with a 9-speed automatic manual transmission.
The all-new BMW 5 Series
The all-new BMW 5 Series has been officially unveiled in China, which adopts a large number of design elements exclusive to the Chinese market, a long wheelbase body, and the same rear 31-inch 8K floating giant screen as the new 7 Series, and the new car is expected to be officially launched in the first quarter of next year.
On the outside, the all-new 5 Series features a new exterior design, including a ring grille, boomerang-style daytime running lights, and a newly designed headlight cluster, while the overall body size and wheelbase have been upgraded again. The all-electric i5 incorporates electric blue design elements and adopts a closed grille.
The new iDrive 85 car machine system is the biggest highlight of the new car, using 123-inch gauge +14The 9-inch central display features a multi-screen design, while the new system introduces a quickselect design to improve the menu structure and provide drivers with quick and easy access to frequently used functions. In addition, the airconsole platform was introduced for the first time, providing *** and gaming functions.
In terms of power, the all-new BMW 5 Series continues to be equipped with 2The 0T inline four-cylinder turbocharged engine, with the addition of a 48V mild hybrid system, can achieve a maximum power of 190 kW and a peak torque of 400 Nm. The BMW i5 is equipped with the fifth-generation eDrive electric drive system, the eDrive 40 version has a maximum power of 340 horsepower, a peak torque of 430 Nm, and its 0-100km h acceleration time is 6 secondsThe M60 xDrive dual motors have a peak torque of 820 Nm and a 0-100 km h acceleration time of 38 seconds.
The all-new Lexus GX
The all-new Lexus GX made its domestic debut at the 2023 Guangzhou Auto Show, and the car is built on the TNGA-F architecture together with the all-new Land Cruiser, and is expected to be powered by 24T+ motor hybrid system, and 35t engine. It is reported that the domestic price of the new model may be officially announced in January 2024.
The all-new Lexus GX continues the silhouette of the spindle grille, but with a stiff style through the design of the lower surround. The headlights on both sides inherit Toyota's "tear-eyed" shape, and the internal daytime running lights are very recognizable when lit. The all-new GX offers the Overtrail off-road package, which comes with aluminum skid plates, 18-inch wheels, 33-inch AT tires, and more. The length, width and height of the new car are 4950, 1980 and 1865mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2850mm.
In terms of interior, the new car is equipped with a 14-inch central control screen, and the multi-function steering wheel is still in the Lexus family design style, and the front is equipped with 123-inch LCD instrument cluster, in addition to supporting optional HUD head-up display function. In addition, the new car can also be offered in a 6- or 7-seat configuration.
In terms of power, the GX 550 will be equipped with a 35T V6 twin-turbo engine with a maximum power of 354 hp and a maximum torque of 649 NmThe 5T model is mated to a 10AT gearbox, and is equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system, a Tuosen** differential lock and an electronically controlled transfer case, with a towing capacity of up to 8,000 pounds. The Overtrail version will also feature a rear differential lock, and the all-new GX will also be available in the futureA hybrid version with a 4-liter engine and an electric motor is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Judging from the new models of the above-mentioned traditional luxury brands, they are all benchmark products in their market segments, and with the further improvement of product strength, coupled with more surprises in the field of intelligence and electrification, it is believed that these traditional luxury brand models will still become a choice that consumers can hardly refuse.