2025 Shanghai Auto Show: 9 Most Anticipated New Models to Watch

On April 23, the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show officially kicked off at the National Exhibition and Convention Center, ushering in the biennial automotive extravaganza.

As the first A - grade auto show of 2025, the Shanghai Auto Show is of great significance to automakers in planning their vehicle line - up and setting strategies for the year.

As the show approaches, automakers are getting into a busy rhythm, rolling out new models one after another. This time, we've compiled a list of the 9 most noteworthy new models at this auto show, covering different segments. Let's take a look.

1、ONVO L90

ONVO L90 is the second product of the ONVO brand, positioned as a large - sized pure electric SUV. Its official tag is "family space flagship", targeting models like the LiAuto L9 and AITO M9.

In terms of appearance, the new model adopts a split - type light group, with the upper part being a bent daytime running light strip and the lower part the high - and low - beam light group. From the official photos, ONVO L90 doesn't have a lidar. There are only two small protrusions on the body sides, continuing the pure visual perception hardware configuration of the L60.

The new car's length, width and height are 5145mm×1998mm×1766mm/1786mm, with a wheelbase of 3110mm. Its body length is 46mm longer than that of the ES8 on the NT2 platform.

The large - sized body gives the vehicle a tall and upright stance. The flat roof slopes slightly, cooperating with the straight window lines to show stability and grandeur. The hidden windows are edged with bright chrome strips. The side has a simple design, but the side skirt lines are very strong and robust. In addition, the new car can be equipped with optional side electric steps.

In terms of power, ONVO L90 is built on NIO's NT3.0 platform and uses the same motors as the NIO ET9. The single - motor power is as high as 340kW, and the four - wheel - drive version has a maximum combined power of 440kW. It is equipped with both lithium iron phosphate and ternary lithium batteries.

According to Shen Fei, president of ONVO, ONVO L90 will come standard with an 85kWh battery.

2、FireFly

The Firefly is the first model of NIO's third brand, "Firefly".

It's a premium smart electric compact car aimed at the Chinese and European markets, unveiled at the 2024 NIO Day, with a pre - sale price of 148,800 yuan.

The Firefly measures 4003x1781x1557 mm, with a wheelbase of 2615 mm. It has a class - leading 92L front trunk. When the rear seats are folded, they form an ultra - flat space of 1250L.

The front of the car features a closed - type design. The front and rear lights use a "trio of circular rings" layout, supporting dynamic lighting interactions. The side skirts are made of eco - friendly composite materials, and there's a spoiler on the tail.

Five body colors are offered: Pure White, Explorer Grey, Inspiration Purple, New Green, and Leisure Beige.

Inside, the car has a minimalist UI central screen. The front center console armrest can be lifted. The through - space design allows easy entry and exit from both sides. There are drawer groups below the front cup holders for storage.

The 50W wireless fast charging bay has diagonal anti - slip grooves. Power comes from a 105kW single motor and a 42.1kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, with a CLTC range of 420km.

3、LiAuto MEGA Home

As a new addition to the LiAuto MEGA family, the MEGA Home Edition remains the same in size and appearance. Instead, it has been redesigned for family use, mainly reflected in the utilization of the vehicle's interior space.

The second - row rotating zero - gravity seats of the MEGA Home Edition expand the boundaries of interior space usage. They support a 45° easy - entry - and - exit mode, a 90° camping mode, and can rotate 180° to become a parent - child facing seat, turning the car into a large family living room.

In addition to this, the ALT lidar on the MEGA Home has been reduced in size by 60%, with energy consumption cut down by 55% and the chip upgraded to the Thor - U single chip. Also, the car - door electric吸function has been newly added.

The official sources stated that the new model will be officially released on April 23 and delivered before the end of May.

4、Leapmotor B01

The Leapmotor B01, the first pure electric sedan in Leapmotor's B series, is built on the EAP3.5 architecture.

Based on official photos and MIIT information, the B01 has a body size of 4770×1880×1490mm and a wheelbase of 2735mm. It continues the design language of the B10, with a closed front grille and narrow lamps. The tail also adopts a full - width tail - light design.

Inside, it is equipped with a smart cockpit with the 8295 chip and a smart driving chip 8650. The high - end version also has a lidar. In terms of power, it will adopt a single - motor drive system, offering two motor options with maximum power of 132kW and 160kW, paired with a lithium - iron - phosphate battery pack.

The B01 is expected to hit the market in July, priced between 100,000 and 150,000 yuan.

5、AITO M8

The AITO M8 is a mid - size to large SUV with six models, priced from 359,800 to 449,800 yuan.

It has a body size of 5,190/1,795/1,999mm and a wheelbase of 3,105mm, offering five - and six - seat layouts, with dimensions close to the Li Xiang L9.

The M8 shares the design language of other AITO SUVs, featuring full - width headlights, semi - hidden door handles, a front face with polygonal headlights and a full - width chrome strip, and full - width tail - lights, ensuring high recognizability.

Its interior features a triple - screen design, with Huawei's ADS 3.0 smart driving system, supported by dual lidars, five 4D radars, and eleven cameras, enabling urban NOA and extreme - weather sensing. The HarmonyOS 4 - based infotainment system, combining triple screens and HUD, balances interaction and entertainment.

Under the hood, it's equipped with a 1.5T range - extending system. The range extender has a maximum power of 118kW, the front motor 165kW, and the rear motor 227kW. It offers two battery capacities: 36.019kWh and 51.975kWh, with pure - electric ranges of 161km, 235km, and 240km, and a comprehensive range of 1,526km.

Official figures show that within 24 hours of its launch, the AITO M8 received over 32,000 orders, and it's currently ramping up production to meet demand.

6、ZEEKR 007GT

On April 15, the Zeekr 007 GT was officially launched, with three models priced from 202,900 to 232,900 yuan.

Positioned as a "shooting brake popularizer", the Zeekr 007 GT measures 4,864mm long, 1,900mm wide, 1,460mm tall, with a 2,925mm wheelbase. Its length and width remain the same as the three - box 007.

The interior of the 007 GT has undergone a complete overhaul compared to the three - box 007. The two - spoke steering wheel is replaced with a three - spoke one. The central screen retains its size but drops the "sunflower screen" design. The center console is redesigned with physical buttons added.

In terms of features, the Zeekr 007 GT offers an EC photo - sensitive panoramic roof with 10 dimming levels. The speaker system is upgraded. The rear seats can be folded and electronically adjusted, with an increased adjustment range of ±1°.

Performance - wise, the Zeekr 007 GT comes standard with CCD electromagnetic damping. The high - end model includes single - chamber air suspension.

For power, it's equipped with Ningde Era's Kirin battery. The 75kWh battery offers a maximum CLTC range of 650km, while the 100kWh battery provides up to 825km.

7、Mercedes-Benz CLA electric

The Mercedes-Benz pure electric CLA, the first domestically produced model based on the MMA platform, is a mid - size pure electric sedan and a key part of Mercedes-Benz's electrification strategy.

The front features a luminous star - patterned mesh grille and full - width LED headlights with a star design, creating a unique identity. The three - section front bumper has air ducts with wind blades.

At the rear, a small spoiler enhances the sporty look. The full - width tail - light assembly also includes star details, echoing the front lights.

The car's body size is 4,722/1,880/1,468mm, with a wheelbase of 2,789mm, larger than the previous generation.

The interior has a symmetrical layout. The capsule - shaped console houses a 10.25 - inch embedded digital instrument cluster, a 14.6 - inch central screen, and a 14 - inch passenger entertainment screen, all powered by the latest MB.OS system for tri - screen interaction.

For power, the rear - wheel - drive single - motor version delivers 268hp, while the all - wheel - drive dual - motor version produces 349hp. Both come with an 85kWh ternary lithium battery. Their WLTC ranges are 792km and 771km respectively. With an 800V architecture, a 10 - minute charge adds 325km of range.

Whether the new CLA can reshape the competitive landscape in China's new energy vehicle market depends on its pricing competitiveness.

8、AUDI E5 Sportback

The Audi E5 Sportback, the first model under the new Audi brand, is co - developed by Audi and SAIC, specially for the Chinese market.

It follows the design of the Audi E concept car, with a closed front, embedded headlights and a ring - shaped structure. The front bumper has air vents, and the roof - mounted lidar indicates advanced driver - assistance features.

The car has a sporty yet elegant profile, with a liftback design. Camouflaged photos show hidden door handles and large wheels. The tail - light assembly echoes the front, with a full - width ring - shaped design for high visibility. The rear bumper is well - defined, with flow guide groove details.

Based on the Audi E concept car, it measures 4,870/1,990/1,460mm, with a 2,950mm wheelbase. It uses a dual - motor AWD system with a combined 570kW power output, supports 800V charging, and can gain 370km of range in 10 minutes.

The Audi E5 Sportback will make its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show and is set to begin production this year. In the next three years, the Audi brand will launch three more BEVs to cover the B - and C - class segments.

9、Nissan N7

The Nissan N7, the first pure - electric sedan based on the "Tianyan Architecture", is priced below 200,000 yuan.

With a body size of 4930×1895×1487mm and a wheelbase of 2915mm, the N7 is a key part of Nissan's electrification strategy. It features several innovative technologies, such as AI zero - gravity cloud seats, omnidirectional anti - motion sickness tech, and the NISSAN OS infotainment system.

Nissan also collaborates with Momenta to develop advanced driver - assistance systems. Based on an end - to - end large model, this system enables highway NOA, urban memory NOA, and all - scenario intelligent parking.

In terms of power, the Dongfeng Nissan N7 adopts a single - motor system, offering two power versions with maximum motor power of 160kW and 200kW. For the battery, it is equipped with lithium - iron - phosphate batteries in capacities of 58kWh and 73kWh, providing a range of 510km, 525km, 540km, 625km, and 635km.

The launch of the Dongfeng Nissan N7 represents a strategic move in the electrification of joint ventures. Its success will depend on its final pricing.

The theme of this auto show is "Embrace Innovation for a Win - Win Future". New vehicle trends focus on three areas: long - range and ultra - fast charging, family - scenario customization, and intelligence. Both new - energy brands and traditional automakers are seeking breakthroughs in the integration of electrification and user experience.

For more product details, we welcome you to visit the Shanghai Auto Show in person.