Yijing, a new brand under Dongfeng, has opened pre-sales for its first model, the X9, a six-seat range-extender SUV positioned for family buyers with budgets under 450,000 yuan (about $63,400). The company offers three trims, starting at 299,800 yuan (about $42,200) for the rear-drive Max, 339,800 yuan (about $47,900) for the all-wheel-drive Ultra+, and 379,800 yuan (about $53,500) for the flagship version, according to NetEase Auto. All prices are Chinese guide prices before taxes and incentives.
Range and charging
The X9 uses a 74.29 kWh battery from CATL and, in its most efficient configuration, delivers a CLTC electric range of up to 465 km (about 290 miles). Because CLTC figures tend to be 15-20% more optimistic than the WLTP standard, a comparable WLTP estimate would be roughly 372-395 km (231-245 miles, est.). With the range extender, total range reaches up to 1,570 km (about 976 miles) on a full tank and charge. The vehicle supports 800V architecture and 4C fast charging, allowing a 20-80% top-up in about 18 minutes.
All three trims come with Huawei's ADS 5 advanced driver assistance system and HarmonySpace 6 cockpit, meaning the intelligent-driving hardware is identical across the lineup. Yijing says future over-the-air updates will be supported on the same hardware base.
Family-focused design
The X9 measures 5,301 mm long with a 3,120 mm wheelbase, and the third-row seat cushion is about 1,101 mm wide. Cargo space with all seats in place is about 484 liters. The flagship trim adds dual zero-gravity seats, while the mid-tier Ultra+ includes air suspension for better ride comfort on rough roads. The car also features 43 storage compartments and a gesture-controlled power tailgate.
Yijing says the X9 has a minimum turning radius of 5.3 meters, which should help in tight underground parking garages. The brand, backed by Dongfeng for vehicle validation, reported more than 21,235 pre-sale orders within the first 24 hours. Pre-sales officially began on August 18, 2026, with final pricing to be announced at launch.
The X9 enters a crowded segment of six-seat EREVs (range-extender electric vehicles) in China, where rivals include Li Auto's L-series and other family-oriented SUVs. Yijing's pitch is straightforward: match the price band to a family's budget, then let buyers decide which trim fits their driving conditions—city commuting, snowy hills, or long-distance comfort.
