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On May 7, Beijing Hyundai's all-new pure electric SUV, the ELEXIO, made its global debut in China. The vehicle is built on Hyundai's global dedicated electric vehicle platform (E-GMP) and is expected to officially hit the market in the third quarter of this year.

Beijing Hyundai is a joint venture established on October 18, 2002 between Hyundai Motor Company and BAIC Motor Corporation that develops and manufactures Hyundai-branded vehicles for the Chinese market.

Exterior Design

The ELEXIO adopts a minimalist style with sleek and clean lines. Both the front and rear feature simple yet dynamic contours.

The car is equipped with crystal cube-shaped daytime running lights, with a hidden "Lucky 8" design element inside the light clusters, appealing to Chinese culture.

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The number 8 (八, bā) is considered extremely lucky and auspicious because its pronunciation sounds like the word for "wealth" (发, fā) in phrases like "发财" (fācái, meaning "to get rich").

Additionally, the hidden D-pillar design creates a floating roof effect, paired with 20-inch multi-spoke plum blossom-style alloy wheels, further elevating the premium feel.

The inclusion of flush door handles and a roof rack optimizes aerodynamics while appealing to practicality.

Range and Charging

The ELEXIO boasts a range of over 700 km under normal CLTC conditions with fast charging, capable of replenishing the battery from 30% to 80% in just 27 minutes.

Moreover, the ELEXIO achieves a 100% charging success rate with over 99% of charging operators in China, significantly improving convenience.

Huawei ADAS

Most notably, the ELEXIO will adopt Huawei’s HarmonyOS Smart Mobility solutions in the future, with autonomous driving assistance and memory parking functions.

By 2026, the ELEXIO will also introduce L2+ urban driving assistance, delivering a smarter driving experience.

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The ELEXIO is also Hyundai’s first vehicle model to be equipped with the Qualcomm SA8295P CPU.

Safety Performance

The ELEXIO excels in safety as well. It features an 8-horizontal, 7-vertical high-strength grid body structure, providing a collision buffer zone for the battery and meeting China-Australia dual safety standards.

Through optimized body design, the vehicle's battery impact resistance has also been enhanced, ensuring reliable protection for users.

Strategic Significance

The ELEXIO is a key part of Beijing Hyundai's "In China, For China, To the World" strategy.

According to the plan, Beijing Hyundai will launch 2-3 new energy vehicles annually over the next four years, covering sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, as well as pure electric, hybrid, and range-extender powertrains, accelerating its transition to new energy.