On October 16, the new model, the Air version, of the Cadillac XT5 PHEV was officially launched. The official guide price is RMB 290,000, with a limited-time benefit price starting from RMB 239,900. As the entry-level model of the XT5 PHEV, the Air version continues to feature the front and rear dual-motor all-wheel drive, 6kW external power supply, 5C ultra-fast charging, and the "Electric Hummingbird" chassis. However, it has been adjusted in terms of driving assistance systems, tire specifications, and some interior configurations. The XT5 PHEV pricing is as follows: - XT5 PHEV Pro Max: RMB 350,000 (launch price RMB 299,900; limited-time benefit price RMB 279,900) - XT5 PHEV Pro: RMB 310,000 (launch price RMB 279,900; limited-time benefit price RMB 259,900) - XT5 PHEV Air: RMB 290,000 (launch price RMB 259,900; limited-time benefit price RMB 239,900) According to the official statement, the limited-time benefit price is the price after deducting the SAIC Group brand owners' additional-purchase and trade-in subsidy plus the second-anniversary gratitude limited-time purchase subsidy. The limited-time benefit applies to buyers whose invoice is issued on or before October 31, 2026. As a new model, the Air version maintains the exterior design consistency with the Pro and Pro Max versions, without any adjustments. In terms of color, the Air version adds two new colors: Phantom Sand White and Grand Canyon Orange, along with Manhattan Gray, Obsidian Black, and Dongli Gray, offering a total of five exterior colors. The vehicle dimensions remain unchanged, with dimensions of 4888/1957/1688mm, a wheelbase of 2863mm, a standard cargo volume of 612L, and a cargo volume of 1548L when the second row seats are folded. The interior features two new color schemes: Yellowstone Dawn and Silver Screen Glow, complementing the Midnight Shadow and Opera Phantom color schemes. The cabin is equipped with the Doubao large language model, which the official claims to complement the traditional experience that traditional gasoline vehicles cannot achieve in terms of smart interaction. The changes are mainly in terms of configuration. The Air version features 20-inch wheels with a tire size of 235/55 R20. In terms of driving assistance, the Momenta R7 world model has been removed, and the hardware has been reduced to 5 cameras, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 3 millimeter wave radars. Inside the cabin, the cooler/warmer box and the in-car fragrance system have been removed, and the vehicle's chip is a Qualcomm 8155. Other configurations are consistent with the Pro version, with complete retention of comfort and safety configurations. In terms of power, the three versions are completely consistent. The XT5 PHEV is equipped with a hybrid system consisting of a 1.5T plug-in hybrid engine and front and rear dual motors, with a P1+P3+P4 motor layout, a dual-gear DHT transmission, a system maximum power of 385kW, and a maximum torque of 740N·m. The official 0-100km/h acceleration time is 4.8 seconds. The battery is a 35.5 kWh Ultium 5C ternary lithium-ion battery, with a CLTC pure electric range of 215 km, an overall range of 1360km, a WLTC combined fuel consumption of 0.61L/100km, and a depleted-battery fuel consumption of 6.05L/100km; it runs on 92-octane petrol. It supports 5C ultra-fast charging, with the official stating that charging from 30% to 80% takes about 15 minutes. The vehicle also features 6kW external power supply. The chassis adopts the Electric Hummingbird chassis, equipped with the second-generation RTD pre-aiming electronic suspension, the same Brembo six-piston customised calipers as the Cadillac Escalade, and intelligent electronic all-wheel drive system. According to official data, the XT5 PHEV's first-month delivery volume exceeded 3,000 units. With the addition of the Air version, the XT5 PHEV now has a lineup of three configurations: Air, Pro, and Pro Max. For more information about the new vehicle, we will continue to follow up.