Neta U EV SUV to launch in Malaysia in Q2 2024 – Neta S electric sedan expected to launch in Q1 2025
The Neta is just the first of a few that the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker has planned for Malaysia. At the crossover’s launch today, it was revealed that the Neta U and Neta S will launch in the next two years.
To summarize, Neta is a brand under Hozon New Energy Auto (Hozon Auto) based in Zhejiang established in 2014. In Malaysia, Neta vehicles are distributed by Introducing Synergy, a wholly owned subsidiary of GoAuto Corporation, has entered into an agreement with Hozon Auto Accordingly, around RM300 million will be invested to develop the sales and after-sales network as well as a manufacturing plant for domestic assembly.
Starting with the Neta U, the SUV made its debut at Auto Shanghai 2019 and is available with a ternary lithium battery with capacities ranging from 54.32 to 81.57 kWh for a range of up to 500 km as standard. NEDC. The SUV supports DC fast charging, with 30 minutes being quoted to reach 80% charge, as well as AC charging.
Depending on the configuration, the Neta U (also known as the Neta U Pro) can be equipped with a front-mounted electric motor that produces 163 PS (161 hp or 120 kW) and 210 Nm or 204 lb-ft of torque. PS (201 hp). or 150 kW) and 310 Nm. With the former, the 0-100 km/h time is around seven seconds, while the latter is around 10 seconds.
In terms of dimensions, the SUV has a length of 4,530 mm, a width of 1,860 mm, a height of 1,628 mm and a wheelbase of 2,770 mm. That makes it larger than the Toyota Corolla Cross at 4,460 mm long, 1,825 mm wide, 1,620 mm tall and with a 2,640 mm wheelbase.
In terms of styling, the Neta U is quite expressive with T-shaped daytime running lights linked by a light bar running across the face of the car – the main headlight is hidden just below the daytime running lights. The side profile has a sloping roofline leading into the wedge-style taillights that extend the width of the rear of the vehicle.
Inside, there’s a dual-screen setup on the minimalist dashboard, with a third screen placed in front of the center console for climate control. There’s also a fourth, albeit smaller screen on the dashboard that serves as the “face” of the infotainment system’s AI digital assistant. Hozon Auto also introduced Level 2+ semi-autonomous driving features to the Neta U.
It should be noted that in 2022, Hozon Auto introduced the Neta U-II, the successor to the Neta U that offers higher driver assistance features (now Level 2.5+) thanks to a comprehensive suite of sensors. as well as the list improvement toolkit.
Moving on to the Neta S, the automaker’s sedan first appeared at Auto Shanghai 2021 and was initially previewed by the Neta Eureka 03 Concept. Measuring 4,980 mm long, 1,980 mm wide, 1,450 mm tall and with an extended wheelbase of 2,980 mm, the Neta S is a large car that stands out thanks to its bird-winged front doors and sleek, allowing rear doors. drag coefficient 0.216.
Like the Neta U, there is a two-stage lighting arrangement at the front, although the daytime running lights are discreet and much thinner than the main headlights. Elsewhere, there are wide taillights that wrap around the rear fender as well as retractable door handles.
Inside, the brand’s flagship model has no shortage of screens, with a slim 13.3-inch digital instrument cluster in front of the driver, while front passengers also get their own 12.3-inch touchscreen. me. Sandwiched in the middle is a towering 17.6-inch diagonal touchscreen that is said to have a 2.5K resolution.
The tech fest continues with an available 21-speaker sound system that includes devices built into the front headrests, an augmented reality display as well as the Neta Pilot, which is the brand’s marketing term. for near-autonomous driving assistance features for highway and city driving.
Battery capacity for the Neta S ranges from 43.51 to 91 kWh, with an operating range of 310 km to 715 km. Under specific conditions, the Neta S is even touted to offer a range of up to 1,160 km on a full charge – these figures follow the CLTC standard.
As for powertrain, the Neta S can be selected with a rear-mounted electric motor of 231 PS (228 hp or 170 kW) and 310 Nm of torque, or all-wheel drive with an additional motor. second power at the back. return with the same output.
Introduction Synergy is targeting Neta U to be introduced in Malaysia in Q2 2024, while Neta S is expected to arrive around Q1 2025. These products will join Neta V currently. offered for sale at RM99. 800 on the road uninsured. Looking forward to these Neta EVs?
