Beijing Hyundai, the joint venture between Hyundai Motor and BAIC Motor, has officially launched the Hyundai EO, a compact all-electric SUV, as part of its renewed push to regain market share in China’s competitive electric vehicle (EV) segment.
The EO, previously known as the Hyundai Elexio, debuts with a starting price of RMB 119,800 ($16,870)—a reduction of RMB 10,200, or about 7.85%, from its pre-sale price earlier this month. It is available in three trims: Fun, Smart, and Tech, priced at RMB 119,800, RMB 129,800, and RMB 149,800 respectively.
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Built on Hyundai’s E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform), the EO measures 4,615 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,698 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. The base version features a front motor producing 160 kW (215 hp) and 310 Nm of torque, while the range-topping Tech variant adds an all-wheel-drive system with a combined output of 233 kW.
The EO is equipped with a 64.2-kWh LFP battery, offering a 540 km CLTC range, with an optional 88.1-kWh pack extending range to 722 km. Fast charging allows the battery to recharge from 30% to 80% in 27 minutes.
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Competing against popular models such as BYD’s Yuan Plus (RMB 115,800–145,800) and Geely’s Galaxy E5 (RMB 109,800–145,800), the Hyundai EO enters one of China’s most hotly contested EV segments.
The launch marks a key step in Hyundai’s effort to revive its brand presence in China, where it faces rising competition from domestic automakers. It also follows a broader trend of South Korean and Japanese manufacturers, including Nissan and Toyota, ramping up their EV offerings in the world’s largest electric vehicle market.
