Neta S: a Chinese electric sedan ready

The D-segment of electric sedans in China is getting hotter. More Chinese brands are signing up for the category, the latest to do so is the Neta S -or Nezha S-, a frustrated novelty from the Beijing non-Salon, canceled due to the recent COVID outbreak. He has had to present himself to the media through the Internet.

I correct, re-introduce, last year it was shown as a model practically similar to the one that would be in series production. It was anticipated by the Neta Eureka 03 Concept prototype in 2020, with which it does not have many differences. There is little left for its commercialization and it does not have defined prices.

Neta is a brand founded in 2018 by Hozon Auto New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd., which in turn dates from 2014. Its catalog of electric cars is based on a couple of platforms, HPA and HPC, from which the U and V crossover. This is its first sedan, and it may end up leaving China for other markets.

By dimensions, it is a competitor of the BMW i3 -Chinese version-, BYD Seal, NIO ET5, or XPeng P7. It measures 4.8 meters long, 2 meters wide, and 1.4 meters high. By using an optimized platform, it can offer a huge wheelbase, 2.9 meters, which ensures good space in the rear seats.

The Neta S platform supports both 100% battery and auxiliary engine range extender. The batteries should be enough to cover more than 700 km according to the NEDC cycle, and with the range extender of another 300 km, it will not be very powerful to say.

Neta S

One of the secrets of its autonomy is the battery cooling system, the Hozon EPT 4.0, which minimizes losses and increases cell performance. On the other hand, the motors are very efficient on paper, 12 kWh/100 km, and that would have to be seen.

The design is quite characteristic. The front adopts the arrangement of headlights at two heights, the upper ones being very thin and elongated. Despite being electric, it includes generous air intakes under the bumper with a very Mercedes bright dot motif. From behind it has a spoiler and diffuser, and the LED lights are a cross between Lexus and Porsche.

Neta S

Inside, screens abound. The driver has minimal instrumentation behind the wheel and projection on the windshield (HUD) with hints of augmented reality. The central screen is vertical and gigantic, and the passenger has another screen for infotainment. It seems symmetrical and with very decent finishes.

There is no lack of other foreseeable amenities in a car that aspires to be high-end, such as ventilated and heated leather seats, delayed opening compartments with a button, colored ambient lighting, and a sound system with 21 speakers and 1,216 watts of power, etc.

In theory, it is prepared for practically autonomous driving, that is, Level 4. Its technology has been developed by another of the greats in China, Huawei. The array of sensors includes 13 video cameras, 12 ultrasonic sensors, five microwave radars, and a pair of LiDAR emitters. Tesla is not in favor of LiDAR or radar.

Their website can only be visited in Chinese, in the international version in English they have not yet put anything about the Neta S.

The post Neta S: a Chinese electric sedan ready appeared first on Latest Car News.


Latest Car News

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

New KIA e-Niro already has a price in Spain

Image
A few months after its official presentation, KIA opened the order books for the new e-Niro in Spain. The revamped compact SUV, which now sits on the K3 platform already seen in the latest Hyundai Elantra, is slightly longer (6.5 centimeters) than its predecessor and  debuts a completely revamped exterior and interior design . However, mechanically there are not too many changes. The second-generation KIA e-Niro is equipped with a 204 hp (150 kW) and 255 Nm engine coupled to the front axle, thanks to which it can complete the 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds. Its battery pack will have a capacity of 64.8 kWh, enough to approve a maximum of  463 km WLTP  (its official consumption is 15.9 kWh/100 km), a minimal improvement compared to the 455 km WLTP achieved by its predecessor which tells us that, despite the use of a new platform, the powertrain is likely to be very similar. As for the load, for the moment it has only been revealed that it  will take 43 minutes to go from 10 to 80%  conn
Read more

Peugeot 508 2023: Revealed with new design

Image
Peugeot has introduced the new 508 and station wagon version 508 SW. The design has become modern, as have the engines. We tell you what you need to know. Peugeot unveiled the new 508 and 508 SW. The mid-life facelift brings not only a new look but also new technology. The Peugeot Sport Engineered version has also been revised, and the alternative to the BMW M340i gets a little more power than before. 2023 Peugeot 508 prices and launch date The new Peugeot 508 will be launched in June this year, with deliveries starting shortly thereafter. The exact pricing has not yet been announced, but we expect it to be more expensive than the current model. The 508 in the standard version will probably cost around 47,000 euros, the station wagon is a bit more expensive. Exterior design The Peugeot 508 has always been a great family car, and this facelift brings it up to date for 2023. The most noticeable change can be seen at the front. The grille has been completely revised and now looks muc
Read more

VW thinks price war in China will lead to many bankruptcies

Image
Ralf Brandstätter, CEO of the Volkswagen Group in China , believes that the electric car market is “overheating”, with high investments and aggressive discounts that could threaten the stability of the sector. In particular, he points out that the pressure to which some manufacturers are subjected could lead to their demise. This situation mainly affects younger brands: according to the manager, many new players will urgently have to seek additional capital investment, or else they will go  bankrupt in the short term .  “We are facing a situation where the market is overheating. The consolidation of the playing field is in full swing. Although without making direct mention of Tesla, Brandstätter  is very critical of the price war that has rocked the Chinese market in recent months .  “Currently, there are more than 120 automakers in the [electric vehicle] market, and around 150 new models will be launched by 2023. Intense competition and high battery prices make them face strong econ
Read more