New LaunchesCHINA AUTO NEWS
Compiled and translated from Chinese and international auto media — every article links back to its original source.

MG QS Seven-Seater Set for South African Debut in January 2027
The SUV, revealed in China as the MGS9, will offer petrol and plug-in hybrid powertrains. South African specifications and prices are still to come.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-11-02

Changan Deepal S05 REEV launches in South Africa from R699,000
The range-extended electric SUV pairs a 160 kW rear motor with a petrol generator, and is offered locally with an electric-only range of 175 km.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-11-02

Foton’s Tunland V9 PHEV set for South Africa in early 2027
The double-cab pickup was unveiled in Gqeberha with 350 kW, a claimed 100 km electric range and no local price yet.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-30

Chery Considers SUV Based on Grootman Pickup Platform
A Fortuner-sized SUV has not been confirmed, but Chery says the Grootman’s ladder-frame platform could support one.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-27

Chery Patent Images Show a Monocoque Pickup, but Its Size Remains Unclear
The double-cab design resembles the Omoda X, while its proportions leave open whether it would rival midsize pickups such as the Fiat Toro.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-23

Arcfox T1 launches in South Africa from R359,900
BAIC’s Arcfox brand has entered the South African market with a compact electric crossover offered in Pro and Max grades.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-23

Chery Tiggo X7 Set for South African Launch in 2027
Unveiled in Wuhu, the boxy new SUV will reach South Africa in the third quarter of 2027, with its local specifications and pricing still to come.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-23

2026 Haval H7 Arrives in South Africa from R554,900
GWM’s six-variant SUV range offers petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power, with prices reaching R794,900.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-21

2026 Haval H7: South African launch set for October 22
A first-look video previews the H7 ahead of its local debut, with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains planned.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-19

GWM Sets South African Debut for New Haval H7
The SUV is scheduled to arrive on 22 October with ICE, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains; South African pricing is confirmed only for the HEV so far.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-14

Chery Grootman Pickup Set for South African Production Ahead of 2027 Launch
The plug-in hybrid double-cab is scheduled to reach South Africa in the first quarter of 2027, with assembly planned at Chery’s Rosslyn plant near Pretoria.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-13

Chery Q electric hatch launches in South Africa from R349,900
The Chinese automaker’s new EV is offered in Comfort and Elite trims, with a claimed range of up to 400 km.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-06

Chery Grootman: Specs of South Africa’s 2027 Plug-in Hybrid Pickup
Chery has detailed the powertrain and off-road equipment of its upcoming double-cab, due in South Africa in the first quarter of 2027.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-02

Chery Names Its South African Pickup the Grootman
The KP31 double cab is due in South Africa in early 2027 with a diesel plug-in hybrid powertrain.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-01

BYD Atto 2 EV joins South African lineup at R529,900
The front-wheel-drive electric SUV is offered only in Dynamic trim, with a claimed WLTP range of up to 345 km.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-28