Wuling is a subsidiary brand developed and operated by SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture, and the brand’s direction in the young Chinese market is towards new energy vehicles (NEVs), among which the product that has made waves in this populous market as well as international markets is the Hongguang Mini EV.
Understanding that one model cannot sustain the company’s sales in the long term, Wuling has developed a fleet of vehicles across various segments, and one of them is the upcoming Starlight, positioned in the mid-size sedan segment.
Car prices
Recently, we have been informed through official channels that the Wuling Starlight will officially launch in early December. This vehicle is Wuling’s first new energy sedan, promising to bring great hope for the brand’s sales rankings.
Currently, the Wuling Starlight has a pre-sale price range of 93,800 Chinese yuan to 109,800 Chinese yuan, equivalent to 307 million VND to 360 million VND.
The distribution plan for Wuling’s first new energy sedan is that the plug-in hybrid version will first launch, while the pure electric version of the Wuling Starlight will launch in early 2024.
Exterior design
In terms of exterior design, the Wuling Starlight applies the concept of starry aesthetics, with an overall pioneering and fashionable style along with the silver Wuling logo.
Among them, the plug-in hybrid version features a wing-shaped front grille with star-shaped daytime running lights. The electric version has a closed front grille design, but both versions have split headlights with specific details that differ from the plug-in hybrid version.
The lines on the body of the Wuling Starlight are smooth and dynamic, equipped with 18-inch star-shaped wheels and a fastback-style design.
At the rear, the star-shaped taillights bring a futuristic feel, surrounded by a large black area below, and the overall style is very sporty. Overall, the Wuling Starlight is elegant and eye-catching.
In terms of dimensions, the length, width, and height of the Wuling Starlight 2024 will be 4,835 mm x 1,860 mm x 1,515 mm, with a wheelbase length of 2,800 mm.
Customers who choose to buy the Wuling Starlight 2024 new energy sedan will have 5 color options for the exterior, including Star White, Hoshino Gray, Coffee Silver, Magical Blue, Plum Purple, and Star Black.
Interior of the Wuling Starlight
In terms of the interior, the Wuling Starlight 2024 new energy sedan has 2 interior color options: dark black and light sand, which are very gentle and subdued.
The vehicle has 5 seats, with enough space for 3 adults in the rear seats, and ample legroom, with leather seats.
The Wuling Starlight 2024 features a simple and elongated center control panel with a 15.6-inch central control screen and an 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster.
The screen also has rich social entertainment software such as Qiyi and QQ Music, specifically designed for customers in China.
The Wuling Starlight 2024 also has a unique “reclining seat” design. The front seats can fold back 180° and can be connected flat with the rear seats to form a recliner.
The trunk volume of the Wuling Starlight 2024 new energy sedan can reach 540 liters. In addition, there is a hidden 33-liter seat under the mat, with storage compartments. The vehicle has multiple storage compartments, a rotary knob, and an electronic parking brake, giving it a luxurious feel.
Powertrain
In terms of power, the Wuling Starlight 2024 will be divided into 2 versions. The first version is the pure electric version, in which the vehicle is equipped with an electric motor with a maximum power of 100 kW, equivalent to 134 horsepower.
If you’re afraid of running out of power while driving the Wuling Starlight 2024 and there are no charging stations along the way, you can choose the plug-in hybrid version. In this case, the Wuling Starlight PHEV 2024 will be equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 4-cylinder gasoline engine with a displacement of 1.5 liters and an electric motor.
Unfortunately, this powertrain only generates a maximum power of 78 kilowatts, about 104 horsepower, but on the bright side, you won’t have to worry about running out of power in the middle of the road.
