GAC Motor Closes Auto Shanghai 2025 with Visionary Showcase of Intelligent Mobility

GAC Motor Closes Auto Shanghai 2025 with Visionary Showcase of Intelligent Mobility

Shanghai, China — April 2025 — GAC Motor Company brought its four-part Auto Shanghai 2025 showcase to a powerful conclusion with a dazzling display of innovation, craftsmanship, and design leadership. The final installment in GAC’s presentation reinforced the automaker’s role as a vanguard of global mobility—blending sophisticated technologies with bold design philosophies to deliver a […]

By Herman Moolman17 July 20254 min read

Shanghai, China — April 2025 — GAC Motor Company brought its four-part Auto Shanghai 2025 showcase to a powerful conclusion with a dazzling display of innovation, craftsmanship, and design leadership. The final installment in GAC’s presentation reinforced the automaker’s role as a vanguard of global mobility—blending sophisticated technologies with bold design philosophies to deliver a truly inclusive vision of future transport.

From luxury MPVs and cutting-edge electric SUVs to intelligent family crossovers and city-savvy EVs, each model unveiled stands as a physical manifestation of GAC’s broader strategy—anchored by its One GAC 2.0 global blueprint and the X-SOUL AI Panorama ecosystem. The lineup reveals not only how GAC envisions the future—but how it is building it today.


M8 Qiankun: Elevating the MPV into an Intelligent Sanctuary

Blurring the lines between lounge, workspace, and luxury suite, the GAC M8 Qiankun reinvents the MPV with elevated design and seamless digital integration. Drawing inspiration from Eastern philosophy and outfitted with cutting-edge technology, the M8 Qiankun introduces:

  • Huawei Qiankun Intelligent Driving System and HarmonyOS Smart Space
  • The world’s first 720° omnidirectional safety system
  • Zero-gravity seats with Ferris Wheel massage technology
  • Lavish materials like century-old North American wood and full-grain NAPPA leather
  • A seven-screen infotainment layout, aviation-style tray tables, and built-in smart refrigerator

This is more than a vehicle—it’s a rolling retreat, crafted for discerning passengers who expect their technology and luxury to travel with them.


GAC S7: Versatility and Vision in a New Energy Era

As the first model based on GAC’s EV+ New Energy Platform, the S7 represents a pivotal leap in performance, adaptability, and driving intelligence.

  • NVIDIA Orin-X chip with 27 sensors and precision 25mm LiDAR
  • Full-scenario, mapless assisted driving and sub-6 second acceleration
  • 1,150 km range across BEV, PHEV, and EREV configurations
  • AI AWD with predictive terrain control and dynamic torque vectoring
  • Luxury features including a 22-speaker Dolby Atmos® sound system, 20L fridge, and 17.3-inch ceiling display

Equal parts high-performance EV and intelligent family cruiser, the S7 delivers sophistication without compromise.


AION UT: Everyday Practicality Meets Electric Expression

Designed in Milan and engineered for urban living, the AION UT brings sculptural design and smart functionality into one striking compact EV.

  • Signature “Moe bird” LED eyes and ambient surface lighting
  • 905mm rear legroom, tri-level 400L boot, and rapid climate comfort
  • AI-driven cockpit with dual displays, continuous voice commands, and integrated app ecosystem
  • Dual five-star safety ratings in both China and Europe
  • Fast-charging capability from 30% to 80% in just 24 minutes

Compact in form but grand in ambition, the AION UT is an electric liftback built for city life and beyond.

Gac Motor Closes Auto Shanghai 2025 With Visionary Showcase Of Intelligent Mobility

AION V: A Family Flagship for the Global Stage

The AION V is GAC’s first truly global EV, designed from the ground up to meet international expectations for safety, convenience, and sustainability.

  • 510+ km WLTP range with 20-minute rapid charging
  • 3R5V intelligent driving hardware and L2 ADAS
  • Butterfly-style massage seats, integrated smart refrigerator, and ultra-quiet ride
  • Safety-first engineering with 72% high-strength steel and hot-formed aluminum
  • Headrest airbags, dual-zone climate, and thoughtful family enhancements

AION V is the embodiment of comfort, care, and cutting-edge electrification for today’s multi-purpose family.


HYPTEC HT: Design-Driven, Digitally Dynamic

Developed through a global design partnership, the HYPTEC HT is a luxury SUV that fuses emotional aesthetics with intelligent systems.

  • Distinct “human-machine symbiotic” design language with diamond-cut geometry
  • Opulent interior with 95% soft-touch surfaces, NAPPA leather, and suede headliner
  • L2 ADAS, 600 km range, and 22-speaker immersive audio
  • Rear seating with 143° recline, massage functions, and one-touch comfort modes
  • Dual 14.6-inch touch displays and smart four-zone control

The HYPTEC HT offers an uncompromising blend of design and technology, elevating every drive into an experience.


HYPTEC HL: Nautical Elegance, Grounded in Comfort

Inspired by luxury yachts, the HYPTEC HL redefines what a family SUV can be—with smooth contours, intuitive systems, and first-class comfort.

  • Unique “Mountain-Sea” aesthetic, evoking coastal serenity
  • Gulfstream-level seating, zero-gravity recline, and adaptive ambiance
  • ADiGO ADAS capable of handling 357 driving scenarios
  • Intelligent AI cockpit with predictive behaviour and controls
  • 800V ultra-fast charging for range confidence

The HYPTEC HL is purpose-built for family journeys, with technology that anticipates needs and comfort that rivals business class.


Innovation Realised, Vision Fulfilled

GAC Motor’s Auto Shanghai 2025 finale wasn’t merely a product showcase—it was a declaration of intent. With a portfolio that stretches from intelligent MPVs and tech-savvy compact EVs to globally benchmarked electric SUVs, GAC is not just adapting to the mobility revolution—it is defining it.

By aligning global ambitions with deep user insight and advanced technology ecosystems, GAC’s vehicles are ready for roads around the world—and for futures yet to be imagined.

Auto Shanghai 2025 may be over, but GAC’s momentum is just beginning.

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