Huawei’s ultra-luxury HIMA brand has released the first set of official images of the Maextro V800, the brand’s all-new large flagship MPV. The vehicle, already filed with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), is built around a 1.5T range-extender powertrain and is rated at 275 km of pure-electric WLTC range — among the highest figures any series-production REEV MPV has ever claimed. Sales are expected before the end of 2026.
Maextro V800: A Sibling for the S800 Sedan
The Maextro V800 extends the Maextro lineup that began with the S800 ultra-luxury sedan. Design language carries over: a closed-off front fascia, vertical “7-shape” LED light signatures on either side of the grille, and a centrally illuminated Maextro emblem. The headline differences are body format (MPV vs sedan) and a roof-mounted LiDAR housing for Huawei’s newest Qiankun smart-driving stack.
Dimensions place the Maextro V800 firmly in the full-size category:
- Length: 5,495 mm
- Width: 2,006 mm
- Height: 1,850 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,430 mm
- Front track: 1,728 mm
- Rear track: 1,734 mm
- Approach angle: 14°
- Departure angle: 16°
- Front overhang: 940 mm
- Rear overhang: 1,125 mm
The 5,495 mm length and 3,430 mm wheelbase make the Maextro V800 dimensionally close to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class long-wheelbase variant — but it dramatically out-spaces it inside thanks to a flat REEV floor.
Powertrain: 1.5T REEV with Dual Motors and 275 km WLTC EV Range
The Maextro V800 is powered by a 1.5L turbocharged range-extender engine — built by JAC — producing 127 kW peak (122 kW net). Drive comes from a dual-motor AWD layout:
- Front motor: 160 kW peak
- Rear motor: 230 kW peak
- Battery: 63.2 kWh
- WLTC pure-electric range: 275 km (long) / 265 km (short)
A 63.2 kWh battery on an MPV this large is unusual. Most REEV MPVs sit between 35-50 kWh because adding pack capacity adds weight that the petrol generator must work harder to feed. Maextro’s engineering choice signals confidence that the typical buyer will rarely use the range-extender at all — most usage will be like a BEV, with the 1.5T as long-trip insurance only.
Cabin: Crystal Lighting, Star-Roof and 3rd-Row Folding
The Maextro V800 cabin teaser image highlights premium materials and details aimed at the executive segment:
- Onboard refrigerator
- Second-row work tray
- Crystal-material light fittings
- Panoramic star-roof
- Foldable third-row seats
The third row is engineered for both flipping and folding. With the third row up, cargo space measures 590 mm long; folded flat it extends to 1,474 mm. That gives the Maextro V800 a clear edge over the Mercedes V-Class in cargo flexibility — useful for executive owners who alternate between full-passenger and load-carrying use cases.
How the Maextro V800 Reshapes China’s Premium MPV Map
Premium MPVs in China currently break into three tiers:
- Mass-premium (RMB 300k-500k) — Denza D9, Buick GL8, Voyah Dream
- Aspirational premium (RMB 500k-800k) — Li Auto MEGA, Lexus LM 350h
- Ultra-luxury (RMB 800k+) — Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV, Mercedes-Benz V-Class top trim, Rolls-Royce Phantom
Maextro V800 is widely expected to anchor the top of tier 2 or the entry of tier 3, with pricing likely between RMB 700,000 and RMB 1,000,000. At that band, it directly challenges the Li Auto MEGA and Lexus LM, while undercutting the V-Class and Maybach. Where Maextro wins:
- Range — REEV beats Li Auto MEGA’s pure-BEV limitation
- Smart driving — Huawei ADS 5 trumps every competitor’s ADAS suite at this price
- Brand novelty — the Maextro nameplate carries the Huawei HIMA prestige halo
Cross-shoppers comparing the Maextro V800 with the Denza D9 PHEV facelift expected later in 2026 should pay attention to the resale value gap. Tier-3 brands historically depreciate harder than tier-2 stalwarts. For broader background on how the HIMA family is being positioned in 2026, see our Hongjie MPV and rugged SUV spy-shot report.
Maextro V800 vs Maextro S800: How the Sedan-MPV Pair Shares DNA
The Maextro V800 visibly reuses the S800’s grille, light signature and proportional cues. Powertrain is broadly aligned, though the S800 sedan offers a higher-output flagship variant. ADAS and cabin OS are identical (HarmonySpace 6 + Qiankun ADS 5). This shared-platform strategy keeps Maextro’s tooling costs down — important for a low-volume luxury brand — and gives buyers a clear “S = executive sedan, V = executive MPV” choice within the same showroom. For deeper background on Maextro’s broader brand strategy, see our Yijing X9 launch coverage.
FAQ: Maextro V800
When will the Maextro V800 be on sale?
Maextro has not given an exact date, but the recent MIIT filing and official image release suggest a launch between Q3 and Q4 2026.
What kind of range does the Maextro V800 have?
The Maextro V800 has a 63.2 kWh battery delivering 275 km (long) or 265 km (short) on the WLTC cycle in pure-electric mode. Combined range with the 1.5T range-extender will be confirmed at launch — based on Maextro’s 1.5L generator efficiency, total range likely exceeds 1,200 km.
What is the difference between Maextro and AITO?
Both are part of Huawei’s HIMA family but target different tiers. AITO sits in the family premium space (M5/M7/M9), while Maextro is positioned above with ultra-luxury pricing and bespoke engineering for executive buyers. AITO is built with Seres; Maextro’s manufacturing partner for the V800 is JAC for the 1.5T engine.
Will the Maextro V800 be sold outside China?
Maextro has not confirmed export markets. The Gulf region (UAE, Saudi Arabia) and Hong Kong are the most likely first overseas destinations given the brand’s luxury positioning and Huawei’s existing distribution footprint in those markets.
Source: Autohome.com.cn
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