SAIC Roewe Jiayue 07: 1,480 km Range EREV SUV With Standard LiDAR Launches October 23 At $19,400

SAIC Roewe will officially launch the Jiayue 07 on October 23, 2026, bringing a 1,480-kilometer combined-range extended-range electric SUV to the Chinese market at a starting pre-sale price of just $19,400 USD. The model has already accumulated over 40,000 pre-orders since sales opened on September 21.

The vehicle is notable not only for its price-to-range ratio but also for making LiDAR and city NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) standard across all three trims - a combination still uncommon at this price point. SAIC Roewe positions the Jiayue 07 as the industry's first "AI-native car," built on a dedicated architecture co-developed with ByteDance's Volcano Engine that exposes 2,000+ service interfaces for AI-driven hardware control.

Key Facts at a Glance

Why the Jiayue 07 Matters: Range, Price, and EREV Practicality

In a Chinese new-energy market increasingly split between pure-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), the Jiayue 07's extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) architecture occupies a practical middle ground that is particularly relevant for export markets. The 44.2 kWh battery version delivers 320 km of CLTC pure-electric range - enough for daily urban commuting without engaging the range extender - while the combined range of 1,480 km eliminates range anxiety for long-distance travel, especially in regions where charging infrastructure is still developing.

The 6 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L) discharge capability, standard on all versions, allows the SUV to power external equipment - from camping appliances to construction tools - making it a practical proposition for buyers in rural areas, cold-climate regions, or markets where the vehicle doubles as a mobile power source.

The range extender itself is a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated unit with a 16:1 compression ratio and 48.1% indicated thermal efficiency - figures that place it among the more efficient range extenders on the market. The oil-to-electricity conversion rate is 3.54 kWh per liter of fuel, and the 32.6 kWh version records a WLTC depleted-battery fuel consumption of 4.97 L/100 km.

Three Trims, All with Standard LiDAR

Roewe offers three configurations, differentiated primarily by battery capacity and comfort equipment:

All three trims share the same ADAS hardware (LiDAR + HD cameras), the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P cockpit chip, the same 8.88-inch instrument and 15.6-inch 2.5K center screens, and the same Doubao AI assistant. The Smart Premium trim adds an AI quick-cooling refrigerator and a rear AI companion entertainment screen with Rheinland blue-light certification and anti-motion-sickness technology.

AI-Native Architecture: What "AI-Native" Actually Means

SAIC Roewe's claim of "industry's first AI-native car" is grounded in the vehicle's CPP AI-native technology architecture, built jointly with ByteDance's Volcano Engine. Unlike conventional vehicles where the voice assistant is limited to media and navigation controls, the Jiayue 07 exposes 2,000+ SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture) interfaces that allow the onboard Doubao AI assistant to directly control hardware across the vehicle.

The system uses DMS and OMS cameras for multi-modal emotion recognition, performs deep logical reasoning and fuzzy semantic understanding, and can translate complex natural-language instructions into coordinated multi-system actions - adjusting driving mode, cabin temperature, seat position, and entertainment simultaneously. A dedicated "Doubao screen" displays expressive faces that change with the conversation, and phone-to-car interconnection is enabled through the Doubao mobile app.

Intelligent Driving: Momenta R7 as Standard

The Jiayue 07's driver-assistance package is built around the Momenta R7 world model, paired with the XHEART X7 dedicated AI chip in an integrated software-hardware solution. City NOA is standard on all three trims - not a paid upgrade or higher-trim exclusive. The system is designed to handle complex urban scenarios specific to the Chinese road environment: mixed pedestrian-vehicle traffic, complex roundabouts, six-way intersections, and narrow roads with stone pillars and other obstacles.

All versions carry LiDAR as standard equipment, supplemented by HD cameras and multiple sensors for full-scenario perception. This is a notable spec at the Jiayue 07's price point, where many competitors reserve LiDAR for top trims or offer it only as a paid option.

Interior: Zero-Gravity Seats and 88.8% Space Utilization

The Jiayue 07's dimensions - 4,900 mm long, 1,910 mm wide, 1,753 mm tall, with a 2,908 mm wheelbase - yield an 88.8% cabin utilization ratio, with an effective interior longitudinal length of 3,230 mm. The trunk provides 915 liters total (834 L standard + 81 L under-floor), and folding the rear seats flat creates a 2.3-meter sleeping surface.

Front seats are described as "NASA-grade dual zero-gravity seats" with 143-degree recline, 16-point massage, air-suction ventilation, heating, and OEKO-TEX baby-grade certified upholstery. Rear seats offer large-angle electric adjustment and one-touch folding. The audio system uses 18 main + 2 headrest speakers in a 7.1.4.2 panoramic configuration, tuned by a former Harman acoustic expert. An "AI Aura" ambient lighting system completes the cabin.

Exterior: A Deliberate "Head-Up" Design

Where most Chinese new-energy SUVs adopt low, aggressive, aerodynamic-forward silhouettes, the Jiayue 07 takes the opposite approach. Its 1.2-meter-high nose is described as rare in the current market. The A-pillar and D-pillar extension lines intersect above the rear seats, creating a near-trapezoidal "fortress" silhouette with building-style dual-vertical front and rear angles close to 90 degrees. The side profile follows a "luxury yacht golden ratio" with the visual center of gravity shifted rearward.

Four exterior colors are offered, all named after geological materials: Crystal Purple, Agate Grey, Aquamarine Blue, and Tahitian Pearl Black. Design details include a closed grille, slim LED headlights, a full-width front light bar, hidden door handles, and full-width LED taillights with matrix internal structure.

Full Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Roewe Jiayue 07's combined range?

The 44.2 kWh battery version offers up to 1,480 km of CLTC combined range (320 km pure electric + range extender). The 32.6 kWh version offers 1,400 km combined (220 km pure electric). These figures use the CLTC standard.

Does the Jiayue 07 come with LiDAR on all versions?

Yes. All three trims - from the $19,400 USD base to the $21,500 USD Smart Premium - come with LiDAR as standard equipment, along with the Momenta R7 world model and XHEART X7 AI chip. City NOA is also standard across the lineup.

How fast does the Jiayue 07 charge?

The 400V platform supports 3C peak charging. A 30% to 80% fast charge takes approximately 15–17 minutes. All versions also support 6 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L) discharge for powering external devices.

What makes the Jiayue 07 an "AI-native car"?

The vehicle is built on a dedicated CPP AI-native architecture co-developed with ByteDance's Volcano Engine, exposing 2,000+ SOA service interfaces. The onboard Doubao AI assistant can directly control vehicle hardware through natural language, performing multi-modal emotion recognition, deep logical reasoning, and coordinated multi-system actions.

Is the Jiayue 07 suitable for markets with limited charging infrastructure?

The EREV architecture is specifically designed for this use case. With up to 320 km of pure-electric range for daily use and a 1,480 km combined range with the range extender, plus 6 kW V2L capability, the Jiayue 07 is well-suited for regions where charging networks are still developing or where long-distance travel and cold climates make pure-electric vehicles less practical.

Interested in the Roewe Jiayue 07 for Your Market?

With 1,480 km combined range, standard LiDAR, and a $19,400 starting price, the Jiayue 07 is a compelling EREV option for export. Contact our team for availability, configuration, and shipping options.