The number of competitors for the Tesla Model 3 is growing. The latest, there is the Nezha S which is an electric sedan from China.
Actually, the Nezha S was scheduled to make its debut at the 2021 Beijing Auto Show which was delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. So this electric car was launched online.
Nezha or Neta is a new brand founded in 2018 by Hozon Auto. The model range consists of two SUVs called the U and V, with the S being the latest addition.
The Nezha S has the front look following the split light trend, but the upper unit is very slim. A sculpted grille with sporty intakes, curved fenders and a clean profile design make the Nezha S an attractive vehicle. At the rear, there are full-width LED headlights, an integrated spoiler, diffuser, and a sloping roofline that completes the aerodynamic look.
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In terms of dimensions, the Nezha S measures 4,800 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width and 1,400 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,900 mm. This footprint makes it slightly larger than the Tesla Model 3.
Inside the cabin, there is a large infotainment touchscreen in portrait orientation combined with a digital instrument cluster, heads-up display and an extra touch screen in front of the passenger.
There’s also a luxurious 1,216 Watt audio system with 21 speakers including roof-mounted and integrated speakers with headrests, plus heated, ventilated and massage chairs. Premium materials are used for an upscale look with Alcantara, leather, wood and metal highlighted by lighting.
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This sedan is the first of many models based on the new “Shanhai” modular architecture, which supports both full electric (BEV) and range-extender (EREV) variants.
Although it has not announced detailed specifications regarding the drive system, the Chinese car manufacturer hopes that the Nezha S has a NEDC range of 710 km for the electric model and up to 1,100 km for the extender range. They also announced a low power consumption figure of 12 kWh/100 km, thanks to the HozonEPT4.0 battery temperature management system developed with the help of Huawei, and an efficient 92% electric motor.
Reportedly, the Nezha S will also be equipped with Level 4 autonomy with 13 cameras, 12 ultrasonic sensors, five millimeter wave radars, and two Lidar.
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