2026 Voyah Taishan PHEV Max Review: 350km EV Range Meets Huawei Tech at $55K
Conclusion
🏔️ Flagship Presence, Full-Size SUV StatureThe Voyah Taishan measures 5,230mm in length with a 3,120mm wheelbase, matching the proportions of full-size luxury SUVs. Its large chrome waterfall grille, 22-inch wheels, flush door handles, and adaptive projection headlights create a commanding road presence. "The car has an undeniable presence" is the most frequently mentioned keyword in owner reviews.
🔋 Range Anxiety Eliminated for All ScenariosWith a CLTC pure EV range of 350km and a combined range of 1,430km from a 65kWh ternary lithium battery plus a 65L fuel tank, paired with an 800V fast-charging platform — 20% to 80% in just 12 minutes. In comparison, the WEY V9X (402km EV / 1,632km combined / 9-minute 30-80% fast charge) and Lynk 900 (280km EV / 1,350km combined) each have their strengths, but the Taishan's 350km EV range ranks among the leaders.
🤖 Huawei Full-Stack Empowerment, Overclass Intelligent DrivingThe Taishan is equipped with Huawei's Qiankun ADS intelligent driving system, featuring 1 LiDAR sensor, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 11 cameras. The HarmonySpace smart cockpit with a 16.1-inch central touchscreen, facial recognition, and full-scene voice control delivers an intelligent experience on par with Huawei's flagship models.
⚠️ Chassis Tuned for Comfort, Not SportThe standard three-chamber air suspension with EDC magic carpet and CDC adaptive dampers, paired with a front double-wishbone and rear multi-link suspension, delivers outstanding ride comfort, smoothing out rough roads effortlessly. However, the comfort-biased tuning results in noticeable body roll during lane changes, which may disappoint drivers seeking sharper handling.
⚠️ Brand Power Still ClimbingAs a premium brand under Dongfeng Motor Group, owner feedback frequently mentions "lack of brand recognition" as a concern, and resale value will need to be observed over the long term.
⚠️ Relatively High EV Energy ConsumptionThe 22.3 kWh/100km energy consumption is higher than similarly sized pure EV models. As a PHEV, short-distance electric driving still offers clear cost advantages, but the fuel consumption in depleted-battery mode on long trips should be noted.
Model Overview
The Voyah Taishan is a flagship large SUV launched by Voyah in November 2025, measuring 5,230 × 2,025 × 1,817mm with a 3,120mm wheelbase, positioned as a large 6-seat SUV.
Voyah is the premium new energy brand under Dongfeng Motor Group, established in 2021. Its model lineup includes the Voyah FREE, Voyah Dreamer (MPV), Voyah Passion sedan, and the newly added Voyah Taishan and Voyah Taishan X8.
The Taishan's core competitiveness lies in concentrating first-tier technologies — Huawei HarmonySpace smart cockpit, Qiankun ADS intelligent driving, three-chamber air suspension, and 800V fast-charging platform — into a product at the $52K price point.
In terms of competition, the Taishan directly rivals other large flagship SUVs such as the WEY V9X, Voyah Taishan X8, and Lynk 900.
Core Specifications
Key Parameters
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Parameter
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Voyah Taishan PHEV Max
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Vehicle Class
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Large SUV
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Powertrain
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Plug-in Hybrid
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CLTC Pure EV Range
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350 km
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CLTC Combined Range
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1,430 km
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Battery Capacity
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65 kWh (Ternary Lithium)
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Fast Charging (20%-80%)
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12 min (800V Platform)
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Engine
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1.5T 150 hp L4 (DFMC15TE3)
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Engine Net Power
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105 kW (143 hp)
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Electric Motor Power
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380 kW (517 hp)
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Electric Motor Torque
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705 N·m
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Top Speed
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200 km/h
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0-100 km/h
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5.2 seconds
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CLTC Combined Fuel Consumption
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0.4 L/100km
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Energy Consumption
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22.3 kWh/100km
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Depleted Battery Fuel Consumption (CLTC)
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6.6 L/100km
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Length × Width × Height
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5,230 × 2,025 × 1,817 mm
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Wheelbase
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3,120 mm
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Curb Weight
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2,760 kg
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Seats
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6
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Cargo Volume
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305-1,193 L
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Fuel Tank Capacity
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65 L
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Suspension
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Front Double Wishbone / Rear Multi-Link + 3-Chamber Air Suspension + EDC
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Wheels & Tires
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22-inch / 275/45 R22
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V2L External Discharge
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6.6 kW
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Warranty & Service
Vehicle warranty: 5 years or 100,000 km. Battery: lifetime warranty for the first owner.
Competitor Comparison
In the PHEV large SUV segment, the Voyah Taishan directly competes with the WEY V9X, Voyah Taishan X8, and Lynk 900.
1. PowertrainThe Taishan uses a 1.5T engine with front and rear electric motors, delivering 380kW/705N·m motor output and 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds. The WEY V9X features a 2.0T engine with a combined system torque of 930 N·m, the highest among the three. The Lynk 900 also uses a 2.0T plus dual motors, with a combined system power of 540kW and 1,038 N·m of torque, accelerating the fastest at 4.6 seconds.
2. Range CapabilityIn pure EV range, the WEY V9X leads at 402km, with the Taishan at 350km in second. In combined range, the WEY V9X leads at 1,632km. For fast charging, the WEY V9X achieves 30-80% in just 9 minutes (6C rate), the fastest of the group.
3. Size & SpaceThe Taishan (5,230mm) is comparable to the Lynk 900 (5,240mm). The Taishan comes standard with three-chamber air suspension (adjustable height and damping), while the WEY V9X and Lynk 900 use mechanical suspension.
4. Intelligent DrivingThe Taishan features the HarmonySpace cabin with Huawei Qiankun ADS and 1 LiDAR. The Lynk 900 is equipped with the NVIDIA DRIVE Thor chip (700 TOPS computing power). The WEY V9X uses Coffee OS with Coffee Pilot and the Snapdragon 8295 chip.
Complete Comparison Table
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Dimension
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Voyah Taishan PHEV Max
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WEY V9X PHEV Ultra+
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Voyah Taishan X8 PHEV ULTRA+
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Lynk 900 2.0T Ultra
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Class
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Large SUV
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Large SUV
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Large SUV
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Large SUV
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Energy
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PHEV
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PHEV
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PHEV
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PHEV
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Price (suggested)
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$52,000
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$49,300
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$49,300
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$50,300
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Engine
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Displacement
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1.5T
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2.0T
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1.5T
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2.0T
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Horsepower
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150 hp
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238 hp
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150 hp
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254 hp
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Net Power
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105kW/143hp
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170kW/231hp
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105kW/143hp
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187kW/254hp
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Thermal Efficiency
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45.18%
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—
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45.18%
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37%
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Electric Motor
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Motor Power
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380kW/517hp
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330kW/449hp
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380kW/517hp
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353kW/480hp
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Motor Torque
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705 N·m
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550 N·m
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695 N·m
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688 N·m
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Combined Power
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—
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500 kW
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490 kW
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540 kW
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Combined Torque
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705 N·m
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930 N·m
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915 N·m
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1,038 N·m
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Battery
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Battery Type
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Ternary Lithium
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Ternary Lithium
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Ternary Lithium
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Ternary Lithium
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Battery Capacity
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65 kWh
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66.6 kWh
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65 kWh
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52.38 kWh
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Fast Charge
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12 min 20-80%
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9 min 30-80%
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12 min 20-80%
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17 min 20-80%
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800V Platform
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5C
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6C
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5C
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—
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Range
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CLTC Pure EV
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350 km
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402 km
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370 km
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280 km
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CLTC Combined
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1,430 km
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1,632 km
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1,506 km
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1,350 km
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WLTC Pure EV
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290 km
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312 km
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300 km
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220 km
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Dimensions
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L×W×H
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5,230×2,025×1,817
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5,205×2,025×1,825
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5,200×2,025×1,814
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5,240×1,999×1,810
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Wheelbase
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3,120 mm
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3,050 mm
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3,090 mm
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3,160 mm
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Seats
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6
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6
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5
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6
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Curb Weight
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2,760 kg
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2,830 kg
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2,815 kg
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2,810 kg
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Fuel Tank
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65 L
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65 L
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65 L
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60 L
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Cargo Vol.
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305-1,193 L
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244-1,024 L
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1,148-2,361 L
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300-1,070 L
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Performance
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0-100 km/h
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5.2 sec
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4.9 sec
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5.5 sec
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4.6 sec
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Top Speed
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200 km/h
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225 km/h
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200 km/h
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240 km/h
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Energy Consumption
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22.3 kWh
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23.9 kWh
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21.5 kWh
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22.9 kWh
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Depleted Battery Fuel Cons.
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6.6 L
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—
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5.8 L
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7.29 L
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Transmission
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Single-speed
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4-speed DHT
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1-speed DHT
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3-speed DHT
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Suspension
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3-chamber Air + EDC
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Mechanical
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Mechanical
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Mechanical
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Smart Cabin
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HarmonySpace
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Coffee OS
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HarmonySpace
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Lynk OS
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ADAS
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Huawei Qiankun ADS
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Coffee Pilot
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Huawei Qiankun ADS
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Lynk Intelligent Drive
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LiDAR
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1 (896-line)
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—
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1 (896-line)
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—
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Cabin Chip
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—
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Snapdragon 8295
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—
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NVIDIA DRIVE Thor
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Chip Computing
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—
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250 TOPS
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—
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700 TOPS
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Warranty
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5yr/100k km
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6yr/150k km
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5yr/100k km
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5yr/100k km
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Battery Warranty
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Lifetime (1st owner)
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Lifetime (1st owner)
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Lifetime (1st owner)
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Lifetime (1st owner)
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All data above sourced from the configuration comparison screenshots provided by the user, extracted via OCR.
Summary
Each of the four vehicles has its own positioning: The Voyah Taishan's core strengths are its Huawei full-stack intelligent solution and three-chamber air suspension; the WEY V9X differentiates with the longest combined range (1,632km) and fastest charging (9 min / 6C); the Lynk 900 targets performance-oriented buyers with the most powerful drivetrain (540kW / 4.6s 0-100 / Thor chip 700 TOPS); and the Taishan X8 offers differentiation with a 5-seat configuration and massive cargo space (1,148-2,361L).
Real-World Testing
Strengths
1. Outstanding Ride ComfortThe three-chamber air suspension with EDC magic carpet system smooths out rough roads effortlessly in comfort mode, while the suspension automatically lowers at highway speeds for improved stability.
2. Excellent Huawei Smart Cabin ExperienceThe HarmonySpace system offers industry-leading responsiveness and ecosystem integration, with a 16.1-inch 3K central display, 5G connectivity, OTA updates, facial recognition, and four-zone full-scene voice control.
3. Leading Pure EV RangeWith 350km CLTC pure EV range, users with a 30-50km daily commute need to charge only once or twice per week.
Areas for Improvement
1. Brand Awareness Still GrowingVoyah's brand recognition in the market still lags behind leading competitors.
2. Relatively High EV Energy ConsumptionThe 22.3 kWh/100km energy consumption is higher than similarly sized pure EV models.
3. Sport Mode Handling Could Be SharperThe comfort-oriented tuning results in noticeable body roll during lane changes, making the Taishan more suited for relaxed cruising than spirited driving.
Real-World Scenarios
City CommutingWith 350km pure EV range and a 50km daily commute, charging is needed roughly once a week.
Long-Distance Road TripFull-tank + full-charge combined range of 1,430km. The 800V platform can recharge from 20% to 80% in just 12 minutes.
Real Owner Reviews
Based on owner feedback from automotive platforms:
Positive Feedback
Design & Presence
"I drove a BMW X5 for 8 years, test-drove the Li L9 and AITO M9, and finally chose the Taishan. The presence this car has on the road is truly different."
Ride Comfort
"The three-chamber air suspension is incredible — my family fell asleep in the back seat. It's even more comfortable over speed bumps than my previous Mercedes GLE."
Intelligent Driving
"Huawei's intelligent driving is excellent. I barely need to drive on the highway — lane changes and overtaking are very stable."
Negative Feedback
Brand Recognition
"I've been asked 'what brand is that' three times in my first week. It's tiring to explain, but those who know, understand."
Fuel Consumption (Depleted Battery)
"Highway fuel consumption is around 10L/100km with a depleted battery, higher than the Li L9. PHEVs really need frequent charging to maximize efficiency."
Service Network
"There's no Voyah service center in my small city. The nearest dealer is 200km away in the provincial capital."
References
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Configuration comparison screenshots from Dongchedi (user-provided, captured July 20, 2026)
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Autohome (2026). Analysis of 148 Real Voyah Taishan Owner VOC.
