The Neta L EV crossover (see specifications) from Hozon Auto has appeared on the Chinese market with a starting price of 139,900 yuan (19,300 USD). It is a five-seater SUV with a CATL’s Shenxing LFP battery for a range of 510 km and a single e-motor in the rear axle for 227 hp.
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Neta is a Chinese mainstream NEV brand launched in 2018 by Hozon Auto. Currently, it sells five models: Aya, X, S, GT and L. Neta’s latest car is the L crossover. It was initially launched as an EREV (range extender) in April this year. Neta delivered 5,500 units of the Neta L in two months. And now, the all-electric variant of the L SUV has arrived in China.
Neta L EV specifications
In terms of appearance, the Neta L EV remains in line with the EREV variant. The L has LED headlights, retractable door handles, a sloping roofline and a single taillight cluster. Dimensions of the Neta L EV are 4770/1900/1660 mm with a wheelbase of 2810 mm.
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Inside, the entry-level Neta L gets a single 15.6-inch display and a small LCD screen behind the D-shaped steering wheel. The gear lever is hidden behind the steering wheel. There are two cup holders and a wireless charging pad in the center tunnel of the Neta L. The top trim level uses a single cluster of two 15.6-inch monitors. It looks quite similar to Li Auto cars. The L SUV also gets 16 speakers, a refrigerator and a fold-down table on the front passenger seat.
The Neta L EV has a 170 kW (227 hp) electric motor in the rear axle. The maximum torque is 310 Nm. This electric crossover accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds. CATL’s Shenxing LFP 68 kWh battery pack powers the electric motor. The Neta L can travel up to 510 km on a single battery charge. It can be charged from 10% to 80% in 21 minutes. For the record, the top version of the Neta L EREV has a 30 kWh pack from CATL for 210 km. A mixed range reaches 1,300 km.
Neta L EV prices
The Neta L EV has three trim levels within a price range of 139,900 – 162,900 Yuan (19,300 – 22,400 USD). It turns out to be quite affordable, as the EREV variant of this SUV costs 129,900 – 159,900 Yuan (17,900 – 22,000 USD). However, Neta is currently struggling to increase its credibility among Chinese customers. It started in 2018 as a low-cost car manufacturer. And now it is slowly moving upmarket, increasing the price of its cars.
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The Neta L EV could increase demand for this model. However, it seems that the EREV variant will still be more popular due to a mixed range of 1300 km and a slightly lower price. Neta L will be launched abroad this year. One of the main markets for this car is the UAE.
Source: Neta