Lantu Taishan X8 Starts Pre-sales from RMB 302,900

[New Vehicle Launch] The Lantu Taishan X8 has commenced pre-sales with a price range of RMB 302,900 to RMB 389,900, targeting the premium large five-seater SUV segment.

Core Strategy: Challenging for Five-Seater Supremacy with "8-Series Pricing + 9-Series Experience"

The Lantu Taishan X8 offers five variants across three trims: Max, Ultra, and Ultra+, available in both PHEV and EV powertrains. The plug-in hybrid version delivers a CLTC all-electric range of 245 km and a combined range of 1,321 km.

Strategic Foundation: Targeting Evolving Household Structures and Upgraded Consumption

China’s average household size has declined to 2.62 persons, with three-member families becoming the norm—propelling large five-seater SUVs into the 3.0 era as the “third living space” for families. The new model features comprehensive upgrades across six key dimensions: space, comfort, presence, technology, driving dynamics, and safety, aiming directly at setting a new benchmark in its segment.

Industry Impact: First Flagship Model Following Hong Kong IPO

As Lantu’s first strategic product launched after its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Taishan X8 carries significant responsibility for elevating the brand and could reshape the competitive landscape of premium family-oriented SUVs priced around RMB 300,000.