The ID.Era 9X is SAIC-Volkswagen’s first range-extender model and, at 5,207 mm long, the largest SUV in the Volkswagen Group’s global lineup. It went on sale in China in April 2026, developed specifically for the domestic market through the SAIC-Volkswagen joint venture.
Powertrain. The 9X is an EREV: a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine producing 141 hp works purely as a generator and never drives the wheels. Two electric motors deliver a combined 370 kW (496 hp) on the entry Pro and 380 kW (510 hp) on the Max and Ultra, with 660 Nm on every trim and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. Two battery packs are offered: 51.1 kWh on the Pro and 65.2 kWh on the Max and Ultra, giving 347 km and 406 km of electric-only range on the CLTC cycle, and 1,611 km and 1,651 km with the range extender running. The 9X charges on an 800V system, from 10 to 80% in 19 minutes for the Pro and 16.5 minutes for the larger pack.
Chassis and technology. All trims use dual-motor all-wheel drive, paired with rear-wheel steering for a 4.85-metre turning radius and dual-chamber air suspension that adjusts ground clearance by up to 150 mm. The cabin seats six across three rows in a 2+2+2 layout, with driver assistance built around a roof-mounted lidar sensor.
Design and pricing. The 9X carries Volkswagen’s ID.Era styling, with pop-out door handles and a 3,070 mm wheelbase. It launched on 25 April 2026 with three trims at official prices of 309,800 yuan (~$46,000) for the Pro, 339,800 yuan (~$50,500) for the Max and 359,800 yuan (~$53,500) for the Ultra. A launch offer took 10,000 yuan (~$1,500) off each until 31 May.
