Zhong Zheng Wang·2025-08-04 13:34Core Insights - SAIC Group's subsidiary, Zhiji Auto, has officially entered the range-extended electric vehicle market with the launch of its first range-extending technology, "Star" Super Range Extender [1] - The first model equipped with this technology, the new generation Zhiji LS6, is positioned as a large five-seat range-extended SUV and is set to debut globally on August 15 [1] - Another luxury flagship model, the Zhiji LS9, is expected to be released in the fourth quarter of this year [1] Technology Overview - The "Star" Super Range Extender system features a 66kWh 800V range-extending battery, co-developed by Zhiji Auto and CATL [1] - The pure electric range under CLTC conditions exceeds 450 kilometers, while the comprehensive range can reach up to 1500 kilometers [1] - The system is powered by a Zephyr 1.5T engine specifically developed by SAIC Group for range-extending technology, along with an AI energy management system [1]