It has a maximum of 500 horsepower, which makes it look significantly more powerful than the last one.
Huawei and Seres, a Chinese automaker, unveiled the crossover in April 2013. This was effectively the first vehicle sold by Huawei. Although the SF5 was not created from scratch, Seres had a significant input in many areas. The model was not a huge success, but they decided to change their approach a few months later. The SF5 evolved into a more luxurious crossover, and was launched under the new AITO label.
Officially unveiled in December 2013, the AITO M5 has a more comfortable interior, a better design and upgraded technologies. WheelsboyChe, our friends and colleagues, were the first to test the new crossover. They were delighted to share their video and exclusive gallery with motor1.com.
What was Huawei’s role in the vehicle? It provided the electric motors that powered the hybrid powertrain. The M5 is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that acts as a generator but never powers the wheels. The system’s output is dependent on the specifications. It can produce 272 horsepower (319 kilowatts), 428 HP (319 kW) or 496 Hp (370 kW). Huawei also provided the car electronics. The reviewer claims that the infotainment system is the best in the business.
The video shows the flagship model with a 40 kWh battery pack. This should provide enough power for approximately 93 miles (150 km) of range, if we believe the WLTP-certified numbers. In just 4.4 seconds, the most powerful version can accelerate from a standstill speed to speeds of 62 miles per hour (0-100 km per hour) The combustion engine can provide an additional 560 miles (990 km) of mixed ICE/EV range once the battery is exhausted.
This car features a unique feature — many new Chinese cars include it — that generates fake exhaust and engine sounds. It also produces fake sounds that simulate gear shifting from the transmission, which is what I find most fascinating.