Chinese carmaker SAIC reveals Porsche Cayenne-inspired electric SUV

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 07:31 · Archive

SAIC Motor's new SAIC Z9 electric SUV is inspired by the Porsche Cayenne, extending its range of Porsche-influenced models.

SAIC, the newest brand from SAIC Motor, has revealed the Z9 electric SUV in a Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology filing. The vehicle bears resemblance to the Porsche Cayenne and is the brand's third model line, following the Z7 sedan and wagon which were inspired by the Porsche Taycan. SAIC was introduced in 2025 as part of the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), a collaboration between various automakers and tech company Huawei.

The Z9 will occupy the top of SAIC's lineup as a large electric SUV available with single-motor rear-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains. Rear-wheel drive variants produce 280kW of power, whilst all-wheel drive variants add a 175kW front electric motor. The vehicle measures 5139mm long, 2005mm wide and 1776mm tall, making it longer than a Porsche Cayenne on a longer wheelbase.

Unlike the Porsche Cayenne, the Z9 will offer a third row of seating for six passengers total. Kerb weight ranges between 2595kg and 2794kg. All variants use ternary lithium-ion batteries supplied by CATL, though battery capacities have not yet been disclosed. All HIMA brands remain confined to the Chinese market at present.

How it is being reported

• Chinese brand reveals yet another heavily Porsche-inspired modelThe days of blatant clones from Chinese automakers are largely over, but SAIC Motor's newest brand is drawing plenty of inspiration from Porsche.Perth Now · 19 Oct, 07:16
• Chinese brand reveals yet another heavily Porsche-inspired modelThe days of blatant clones from Chinese automakers are largely over, but SAIC Motor's newest brand is drawing plenty of inspiration from Porsche.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 07:16

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