The first production model from Aiva, a new brand under Seres (HKEX: 9927)-backed Saidou Technology, has appeared in a Chinese regulatory catalog, moving a step closer to launch.
The Aiva ME7 battery-electric SUV was included in the 412th batch of new vehicle filings released by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Friday, with Seres listed as the manufacturer.
In China, such filings typically signal that a new vehicle could go on sale within the next few months, as models must complete the MIIT filing process before entering the market.
The ME7 is an all-electric SUV with fastback crossover styling. It measures 4,999 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width and 1,616 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,050 mm and a 5-seat layout.
The model offers single-motor and dual-motor variants, both with a top speed of 255 km/h and a towing capacity of 700 kg.
The single-motor version features a rear-mounted motor with a peak output of 270 kW (362 hp) and a curb weight ranging from 2,295 kg to 2,370 kg.
The dual-motor version adds a 150 kW front motor, bringing total system output to 420 kW. Its curb weight ranges from 2,425 kg to 2,480 kg.
Both variants use ternary lithium-ion batteries supplied by CATL (HKEX: 3750). Battery capacity and driving range have yet to be disclosed.
Saidou officially launched the Aiva brand on June 9 and unveiled its first concept car, the Aiva Origin Concept. The company said at the time that the lineup would primarily target the market above 200,000 yuan ($29,750).
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