MIIT June 2026 Filing Roundup: Luxeed RX, Hongjie G9, Denza Z 1180 kW Coupe, BYD Da Han Flagship
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) published its latest new-vehicle filing batch on June 14, 2026, and the lineup makes for a striking snapshot of where Chinese OEMs are pointing in the second half of 2026. Six new energy vehicles drew particular attention from industry watchers — including a 1,180 kW BYD Denza coupe, a fresh Luxeed performance SUV, and the new BYD Da Han, which becomes BYD’s highest-positioned sedan to date. We’ve covered many of the platform plays behind these models in stories like the Chery + Huawei Yinwang L3/L4 partnership.
Below is the model-by-model breakdown, with the technical highlights overseas readers will want to know.
Luxeed RX (奕境 RX): HIMA’s Performance SUV
Luxeed RX features asymmetric tires (255 mm front, 275 mm rear) and AMG-style bucket seats — clearly positioned as a sport-oriented SUV. The most striking technical detail: total 437 kW (586 hp) of dual-motor output, with Huawei’s HIMA-grade ADAS hardware specified as standard. This makes Luxeed RX the most powerful Luxeed SUV to date, slotting above the existing Luxeed R7 in the brand’s hierarchy.
Hongjie G9 (享界 G9): Audio-Inspired Design Language
Hongjie’s G9 takes a notably original design path. Headlights and taillights are styled to resemble high-end audio equipment — a deliberate departure from current EV design conventions. The G9 will offer both pure-EV and EREV powertrains, with motor specifications similar to the Luxeed RX but battery capacity and pure-EV range tuned differently for each variant. With Huawei smart-driving hardware standard across the range, the G9 is positioned as a high-tech alternative to the BMW iX or Mercedes EQE SUV.
Beijing 81 VJ: Plug-in Hybrid Off-Road SUV
Beijing Auto’s 81 VJ arrives as a plug-in hybrid SUV with a 50 kWh drive battery and a 138 kW (185 hp) gasoline engine. Targeting buyers who want the off-road capability of a Beijing Off-Road Bj40 with the range and silent commute of a PHEV powertrain, the 81 VJ represents Beijing’s continued push to make its rugged-pickup brand the “Chinese Wrangler” answer to overlanders and lifestyle buyers.
Hongqi G9: Family Saloon With Restrained Lines
FAW’s Hongqi G9 — not to be confused with the Hongjie G9 — is a flagship-class Chinese family saloon with squared-off body proportions and traditional Hongqi family-corporate design language. Hongqi has not yet confirmed launch timing or pricing, but the G9 is expected to anchor the brand’s electric flagship lineup later in 2026.
FAW-Audi Q3L: 150 mm Stretch With Split Headlights
The next FAW-Audi Q3L is roughly 150 mm longer than the global Q3, with a split-element headlight cluster and a similar split-pattern at the rear. While the design is recognizably Audi, some reviewers have already pointed out that the front-rear visual differentiation is subtle compared to other Audi models — likely a deliberate evolution that prioritizes premium, traditional cues over polarizing bold design.
Mercedes-Benz C350L Dual-Motor: 463 kW AWD
One of the more surprising entries: a Mercedes-Benz C350L dual-motor AWD variant with a stunning 463 kW (621 hp) peak system output. The exterior treatment closely echoes the all-electric GLC EV, but built on the C-Class L-stretched body. This appears to be a high-spec performance variant of the C-Class for the China market — and a strong reminder that traditional Western luxury brands remain very willing to engineer China-specific high-power performance variants.
BYD Denza Z: 1,180 kW Two-Door Coupe
The most attention-grabbing entry by raw numbers: BYD Denza Z, a two-door performance coupe with a peak system power of 1,180 kW (1,582 hp). Curb weight is only slightly above 2.2 tonnes — extraordinary for a vehicle producing this much power. The Denza Z is widely expected to be the production launch of the brand’s first true halo performance car, and in concept, it positions Denza alongside cars like the Lotus Eletre, Tesla Model S Plaid Track Pack, and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT — but with significantly higher peak power.
BYD Da Han: A Flagship Above All Other BYDs
BYD’s Da Han — translated literally as “Big Han,” in lineage with the existing Han sedan but positioned higher — measures over 5,200 mm long and offers a top-spec all-wheel-drive variant producing 570 kW (765 hp). This makes Da Han the highest-positioned sedan in BYD’s range, sitting above the Sealion 08 and the existing Han L. With Da Han’s filing, BYD now has a clear path to a flagship-class sedan that competes directly with the Mercedes-AMG E63, BMW M5, and the higher-end Yangwang U7. Buyers eyeing this new top-end BYD should also be tracking the BYD Sealion 08 800V flagship sedan as an indicator of where the brand’s premium tech is going.
What the Roundup Tells Us
Three patterns stand out in this MIIT batch:
- Power inflation is accelerating — Denza Z’s 1,180 kW and Da Han’s 570 kW push Chinese flagship sedans into territory where European supercars used to compete alone.
- Western brands fight back with China-specific performance — Mercedes-Benz C350L dual-motor 463 kW AWD shows traditional Tier-1 brands can still engineer competitive China-only specs.
- Design diversity is finally returning — Hongjie G9’s audio-equipment-inspired lighting marks a clear move away from the bland sea-of-sameness era.
Editor’s Note
The June 2026 MIIT roundup is one of the more eclectic filing batches in recent memory. Denza Z 1,180 kW and BYD Da Han together establish that BYD is now serious about competing in the global flagship and supercar space — not just volume EVs. Add in Luxeed RX’s 437 kW, and HIMA + BYD between them now publish enough flagship power to leave traditional German performance brands genuinely alarmed.
FAQ
1. When will the Denza Z go on sale?
BYD has not confirmed a launch date. Most industry observers expect a public reveal in late 2026 with deliveries in early 2027.
2. What’s the BYD Da Han’s positioning?
The Da Han is BYD’s new flagship sedan, slotted above the existing Han L. With a 570 kW dual-motor variant, it competes with the Mercedes-AMG E63 and BMW M5 in performance terms.
3. Is the Mercedes C350L dual-motor a global model or China-only?
Based on its appearance in the China MIIT batch, this appears to be a China-specific high-spec variant, similar to how Mercedes engineers other L-stretched China-only models.
4. What’s the launch timing for the Luxeed RX?
Luxeed has not officially confirmed timing. MIIT filing typically precedes launch by 2-4 months, suggesting an autumn 2026 reveal is plausible.
Source: Autohome.com.cn
Reviewed by Han Liu, Editor, iEVChina
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