Luxeed, the electric vehicle brand co-developed by Huawei and Chery, is positioning its R7 Ultra as the sportiest model in the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (鸿蒙智行) lineup. A recent track test by Chinese outlet Autohome put the SUV through its paces, revealing a machine that blends athletic handling with everyday comfort.
Hardware and performance
The R7 Ultra four-wheel-drive version tested by Autohome packs a dual-motor system producing 437 kW (about 586 hp), a 100 kWh ternary lithium battery, and a claimed CLTC range of 753 kilometres. It weighs 2.4 tonnes, yet achieves a near 50:50 front-rear weight distribution thanks to a novel body architecture that combines hot-formed steel, aluminium, and eight die-cast magnesium components.
Stopping power comes from six-piston fixed calipers with ventilated discs, with Autohome reporting a 100 km/h to zero braking distance of 32.4 metres. The test car rode on 21-inch wheels with Pirelli Scorpion or Continental SportContact 7 tires, with 22-inch Michelin Pilot Sport 5 as an option. The chassis features a front virtual kingpin double-wishbone setup and a rear five-link configuration, complemented by dual-chamber air suspension and dual-valve CDC dampers.
Autohome's reviewer praised the R7's body rigidity, noting a torsional stiffness exceeding 50,000 N·m/deg—higher than a Porsche 911. The car also features an intelligent enveloping seat that inflates side bolsters in sport mode to hold the driver during cornering, with a response time of about one millisecond.
Driving dynamics and smart features
On the test track, the R7 Ultra impressed in slalom, moose test, and off-road axle articulation exercises. The reviewer noted excellent rear-axle follow and quick steering response, even in comfort mode. However, in low-speed corners, the car exhibited slight understeer due to front-axle torque bias, which the reviewer believes could be addressed through software calibration.
The chassis was tuned with input from Tobias Moers, former AMG chairman and ex-Aston Martin CEO, along with engineers from BMW M and Michelin F1 development. This European influence is evident in the car's taut yet refined ride.
Inside, the R7 features a compressor fridge with long-lasting coolant that keeps items cold for about 12 hours after power-off, and a sunshade integrated between the glass layers of the panoramic roof. The car runs Huawei's latest ADS 5 driver assistance system, with four lidars and 38 sensor fusion elements, and is pre-wired for L3 autonomous driving.
The Luxeed R7 Ultra is priced from 259,800 yuan (about $36,600) as a Chinese guide price before taxes and incentives. Autohome's review concludes that the R7 delivers genuine sporty handling without sacrificing comfort, making it a compelling choice for younger buyers. The main question remains long-term reliability, given the model's relatively short development cycle.
