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Motor Trend
a day ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2026 Jaguar F-PACE Review: Expert Insights, Pricing, and Trims
In 2026 Jaguar makes only one vehicle: the F-Pace. This luxury SUV is everything for the British brand as it works to redefine itself as an ultra-luxury automaker. Jaguar had said that 2025 would be the final year of production for the F-Pace, but apparently this sleek cat had another year of life in it. What's New Basics Compact spare tire included on I-4 and I-6 models Exterior Commemorative 90th anniversary badge added to tailgate Front foglights added to I-4 and I-6 models Interior 360-degree camera and semi-automated parking assist become standard SVR model gains upgraded audio system What We Think As Jaguar transitions confusingly into its next chapter, the 2026 F-Pace represents the entirety of the brand's 2026 lineup. First launched for the 2017 model year and refreshed in 2021, this luxury SUV is showing its age, and this will likely be its final year on sale. That said, there are still reasons to consider the F-Pace beyond its stylish exterior and premium interior finishing. This SUV's precise steering and confident handling are satisfying, and its all-wheel-drive system delivers effective traction. The available I-6 engine with mild hybrid assistance provides smooth, refined power, while the high-performance SVR model gains a V-8 that delivers thrilling acceleration and a muscular exhaust note. Skip the underwhelming, overworked base I-4 engine, though. Inside, Jaguar's infotainment system lags newer rivals, and the F-Pace's pricing is on the high side for the segment. Still, when choosing the I-6 or V-8 engine, the F-Pace continues to offer a distinctive and dynamic option among luxury compact SUVs, even if it's not the best. Top-Ranked Competitors: Genesis GV70 BMW X3 Audi Q5 Porsche Macan MotorTrend Tested Regardless of engine, every F-Pace uses an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD. The standard engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 badged P250 that produces 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is estimated to take 6.9 seconds. As an upgrade, the P400 engine is a 3.0-liter I-6 that benefits from a turbocharger, electric supercharger, and mild hybrid system. It produces 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque, which reduces the 0–60-mph time to 5.9 seconds. Then there's the F-Pace SVR 575, which has a 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 that cranks out 567 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. According to Jaguar, the 0–60-mph launch takes just 3.8 seconds. MPGs and Range When equipped with the basic I-4 engine, fuel economy for the F-Pace is rated at approximately 22/27 mpg and total driving range on a full tank of gas is about 520 miles. Choosing the I-6 reduces fuel economy to 19/25 mpg and driving range to 460 miles. Unsurprisingly, the SVR's V-8 is the least efficient, returning 15/21 mpg and about 370 miles of range. Safety Features All 2026 F-Pace models have driver assist and active safety features including: Front automatic emergency braking Rear cross-traffic alert Blind spot monitoring Lane keep assist Adaptive cruise control Road sign recognition Cargo Space and Interior Room On the larger side of the compact SUV spectrum, the F-Pace provides more interior capacity than some of its rivals. Technology Infotainment All F-Pace models have a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster supplemented by a head-up display. The infotainment screen measures 11.4 inches, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. In addition to USB ports, a wireless charging pad is standard. A 360-degree camera is included on all 2026 models. Sound System Meridian supplies the standard 12-speaker and optional 16-speaker audio systems available in the Jaguar F-Pace. Value Standard Features Pricing for the 2026 F-Pace starts at slightly less than $59,000. For that you get 19-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, leather-accented upholstery, heated front seats and steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate, and an 11.4-inch touchscreen among other tech features. Recommended Trim If you're going to get an F-Pace in 2026, just go all out and get the SVR. Given the newer, better, less expensive luxury compact SUVs on the market, the main reason you'd choose a 2026 F-Pace is for street presence and speedy performance, which the SVR version has the most of. Otherwise, choose a different vehicle.
Auto Car
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Car
BYD is bringing a Ferrari rival to Europe!
BYD has finally confirmed plans to launch its high-end Yangwang brand in Europe, more than two years after introducing it in China. Yangwang is the Chinese company's high-end marque, sitting above the core BYD line-up and the new Denza premium brand with a range of tech-heavy, high-performance flagship models that are pitched as rivals to the likes of Bentley, Porsche and Ferrari. The brand was launched in 2023 with the Yangwang U8 - a huge range-extender luxury SUV that packs more than 1000bhp, outpaces the BMW M3, can turn 360deg on the spot and floats on water. That was followed shortly after by the U9 (pictured below), an electric supercar that cracks 240mph and can use its fully hydraulic suspension to jump on the spot or drive on three wheels. Both cars have been on sale in China for around two years, priced at the equivalent of £120,000 and £200,000 respectively, but despite showing both models at the Goodwood Festival of Speed last year, BYD did not officially confirm plans for a European roll-out. But now, BYD vice president Stella Li has told Autocar that "our plan is that we will bring Yangwang into Europe", following the launch of the Audi-rivalling Denza marque early next year. She stopped short of giving full details, but said the U8 and U9 are earmarked for European sale, as well as "more cars coming" including the U7 super-saloon - a quad-motor Lotus Emeya rival with 1250bhp and 1237lb ft for a 0-62mph time of 2.9 seconds. The move will make BYD the first Chinese manufacturer to enter Europe's top-rung luxury market, though it remains unclear whether the company plans to significantly undercut the likes of the Bentley Bentayga and Ferrari 296 on price. The costs of converting the Yangwang cars to right-hand drive, and exporting them to Europe where BYD's EVs face a 17% tariff, will mean they are likely to command a significant premium here compared to China.
Auto Blog
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Should GMC's Rivals Worry About the Upcoming 2025 Acadia Denali Ultimate?
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The luxurious GMC gets even fancier The Acadia has always been a luxurious SUV. Even at the base level, for $43,000, it comes with a punchy 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 328 horsepower, an updated Bose sound system, GMC's comprehensive safety suite, and can be equipped with GM's impressive semi-autonomous feature, Super Cruise. Depending on how you configure it, it can also seat up to 8. For $54,100, you can get the Denali, which is even fancier. Leather seats, a nicer heads-up display, and higher-quality interior materials all complete the package. At that price, it looks like the Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Palisade, Chevy Traverse, and Kia Telluride are directly in GMC's crosshairs. 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate — Source: GMC Recently, GMC announced the addition of the Denali Ultimate trim. Which, if you could believe it, brought GMC's flagship SUV to all-new heights of luxury. With styling changes on the outside and the inside, added technology, and creature comforts, the Acadia's top-shelf model turned up the sumptuousness, right when we all thought it wasn't possible. So, should GMC's key rivals be concerned? The answer truly depends on what it will cost when official pricing is announced closer to its autumn launch. At the very least, the aforementioned automakers should be paying close attention to what we do know. But first, what's so special about the Denali Ultimate? The most apparent changes are to the features list, but I feel we should discuss the stylistic changes first. On the outside, the grille is darker, painted in what GMC calls 'Vader Chrome.' As a Star Wars nerd, the ashy chrome color felt appropriate. The badge is darker, there are LED daytime running lights with animated lighting sequences, fancy badging, and 22-inch wheels with an equally galactic metallic finish. The seats are all-leather, complete with massaging capabilities, and beautiful contrast stitching. Genuine wood is included, too, and GMC had maps etched into the seat backs. The door trim, map pockets, and floor mats all have 'Denali Ultimate' badging. 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate — Source: GMC The Denali Ultimate will also feature a 16-speaker Bose sound system, Super Cruise, a large panoramic sunroof, a large, customizable heads-up display, and 'performance' suspension. It also has six different drive modes to choose from. They haven't been announced, but I'd wager they'd be Sport, Eco, Normal, Off-Road, Towing/Hauling, and Snow. Official pricing hasn't been announced either, but if I were to guess, the added technology over the Denali and styling changes will likely bring the price close to $70,000 without add-ons. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The Acadia takes on the Highlander, but hybridization makes the Toyota more attractive The Americans have always been competing with Japanese SUVs. First it was the RAV4, then the 4Runner, and now the updated Highlander. The one thing Toyota has over GMC, however, is the hybrid option for the Platinum model. With Toyota, buyers can choose between a gas-only engine or a hybrid option. As an AWD hybrid, the Highlander still earns around 30 mpg combined, and much higher overall range before needing a refill. The GMC Acadia, even if it's bought as an FWD SUV, earned around 23 mpg combined. All-wheel drive diminishes that slightly. 2025 Toyota Highlander — Source: Toyota If we focus on the gas-only price point for the Highlander to make it more fair, the Toyota comes out ahead. The base MSRP for the Highlander is $36,420, while the Acadia starts at $38,195. For higher-end models, the GMC has a higher price of $57,595 for the Denali, while the Highlander's top-shelf MSRP is $52,725 for the Platinum. With the higher resale value, reputation for longevity, and lower entry price, the Toyota is hard to beat. As a gas-only vehicle, the Highlander has the same towing rating of 5,000 lbs, too, so the only thing the GMC has over the Toyota is maybe buyer loyalty, interior design, and materials. Toyota's interiors are notoriously plain. Otherwise, I don't think Toyota should be too concerned, especially since the Denali Ultimate will likely be significantly more expensive than the Platinum, or even the Hybrid Platinum. Hyundai's upcoming hybrid option for the Palisade may keep GMC on its toes For some reason, Hyundai has lagged behind in offering the Palisade as a hybrid. The Santa Fe's hybrid model is a best seller for the brand, so putting that setup in the Palisade would only make sense (though I argue a 1.8-liter engine seems a bit small for a large SUV, but maybe that's just me). The Palisade is one of my favorite family SUVs, due to its size and long list of features for the price. The Night edition is especially nice, since every car looks good with black accenting. I love the V6 that's in the Palisade, but it's not the most efficient. When the Palisade gets the hybrid treatment for 2026, I'm sure it'll sell even better than the standard Palisade. 2026 Hyundai Palisade — Source: Hyundai Since the GMC Acadia, once again, does not come as a hybrid and GMC has made exactly zero announcements on whether or not it will come as a hybrid, buyers are stuck with the 2.5-liter turbo four for now. That's fine since it makes more power and has the same towing rating as an engine with two more cylinders, so it truly comes down to whether or not a buyer trusts Hyundai or GMC more as a brand. Since Hyundai's reliability ratings are improving and its warranty is superior, I'm not sure Hyundai should be overly concerned, especially with a hybrid version coming down the pike. The Palisade is quite fancy in the upper trim levels, too, so it's hard to say there's much the GMC has over it. 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate — Source: GMC Price-wise, the Hyundai comes out ahead, too. As a gas-only SUV, the prices range from $40,430 for the base SE model, and go up to $55,555 for the Calligraphy model. As a hybrid, the price starts at $45,155 for the SEL Blue and goes up to $57,775 for the Calligraphy trim. Which, I'm guessing, will still come under the Denali Ultimate's upcoming price announcements. Since the Palisade is longer, taller, and has more passenger space than the GMC, the Hyundai is a pretty easy choice. What about Chevy's Traverse? Chevy and GMC may swap recipes here and there since they're both companies under the General Motors umbrella, but the Traverse and the Acadia are two different beasts. Yes, they're both 3-row SUVs, but the Traverse is a tad larger, leaving more room for passengers and their cargo. Similar to the GMC, the Chevy also has a 2.5-liter turbo four, making the same 328 horsepower. The Chevrolet is obviously going to run a little bit cheaper and come with a more minimalistic interior, although the Traverse does come with a bigger infotainment screen than the GMC. The GMC is smaller, but it feels more refined and has a much more upscale interior. 2025 Chevrolet Traverse — Source: Chevrolet By cheaper, though, I should say marginally cheaper. The Traverse starts at $42,195, while the GMC starts at $43,000. So, for a bit more dough, you sacrifice a bit of cargo space, but you get a lot more technology, higher-quality interior materials, a nicer sound system, a more performance-oriented ride, better fuel economy, and a more elegant design language. The Chevy is a lot more rugged and rustic. If you're looking at higher trim levels, they're priced pretty similarly. The ZL1, which is second from the bottom, runs around $49,295, and the RS starts at $55,595. The Denali's base MSRP is, according to GMC's site, the exact same as Chevy's RS trim if you opt for FWD, and $57,595 if you get AWD. 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate — Source: GMC Since Chevy doesn't have a step above the RS trim for the Traverse, in this case, Chevy will have a lot of work to do to catch up to the level of pizazz in the Denali Ultimate. The Traverse doesn't come in a hybrid, at least not yet, so the Chevy is the GMC's direct competition. Until Chevy unleashes an equally snazzy trim level, the GMC will be ahead of the game. Chevy should pay very close attention to the Denali Ultimate, no doubt. The Kia Telluride is a very close competitor, too The Kia Telluride is another reasonably popular family SUV. It's spacious without being overly large, the third row is pretty roomy (even for adults), it boasts a very tech-forward interior, and there are enough trim levels to make just about anyone happy. The GMC Acadia's lineup is much more refined, while being known for its interior and ride quality. The Kia is bigger by about three inches all around and has more overall cargo space. However, if power is what you're looking for, the GMC is the answer. The Kia comes with a 3.8-liter V6 (for now) that offers 291 horsepower. 2025 Kia Telluride — Source: Kia The Kia Telluride can certainly be fancy, especially at the top-of-the-line SX Prestige X-Pro model, which starts at $53,685 and is noticeably less than GMC's $57,595 for the Denali. However, Kia's reputation is still recovering from its reputation for catching on fire and being fairly easy to steal. Kia's warranty is the best in the industry, though, so at least if your Telluride caught on fire or something failed, there's a 99.9% chance it would be covered under warranty. 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate — Source: GMC GMC's reputation isn't stellar either, but until people stop assuming the new Telluride can't be stolen with a screwdriver or spontaneously combust, the Telluride should certainly be nervous about the new Denali Ultimate trim. Final thoughts While we don't have pricing information about the 2025 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate yet, its luxury touches could very well make it a strong competitor for the models listed above. If a hybrid engine joins the fray, that would make the newest Acadia an even stronger competitor in the luxury SUV segment. About the Author Kristen Brown View Profile
Motor Trend
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2026 Volvo XC60 First Drive: Aging Gracefully and Snatching a Sales Record
When you think of the bestselling Volvo of all time, you probably think of some boxy, slightly ungainly looking thing from the 1970s, '80s, or '90s. Like a 240, or maybe the later 850. These were the Volvos from the before times, when the marque was known for reliability and safety and rectilinear cars that appeared to have been drawn by an unimaginative preschooler. Since the early 2000s, however, Volvo has been on something of a styling and technology kick. Modern Volvo is a luxury player with vehicles that are low-key sexy—a win-win-win given its continued excellence in crash safety. And one of those new-age, sorta-hot Volvos is the brand's bestseller: the XC60. The 2026 Volvo XC60, a best-selling luxury SUV, gets minor updates like a new grille, colors, and an enhanced touchscreen UX. It retains its hybrid powertrains, offering smooth power delivery. Production will soon move to the U.S. Pricing starts at an estimated $49,000. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next Volvo's compact luxury SUV has existed since 2008, and today's version—on sale since 2017—represents only its second generation ever. Sales just passed the 2.7 million mark, placing it ahead of the 240, which ultimately served longer, its sales spanning 1974–1993. It appears Volvo's penchant for keeping cars around for long production runs hasn't disappeared, because instead of a redesign—which any contemporary vehicle as old as the XC60 would typically get after eight years on sale—it's now received a mild freshening and a new lease on life. Remember, Volvo committed to replacing its lineup with all-electric models by 2030 before recently walking that back and remaining open to gas-electric hybrids. While it reshuffles its priorities, Volvo is still introducing all-new EVs such as the smaller EX30 and larger EX90 SUVs, and soon an EX60 (the electric equivalent to the XC60) will join them. In the meantime, existing models like the XC90 and XC60 are seeing their lifespans extended. So What's New With the 2026 XC60? To that end, the 2026 Volvo XC60 adopts a flurry of minor changes like those Volvo threw at the larger three-row XC90. To anyone who isn't a close Volvo follower, the 2026 XC60 will look no different from a 2025 XC60, which won't look any different from a 2018 XC60 (the first model year of this generation). Look really closely, however, and you might notice the new grille and its funky geometric slat pattern, dark-tinted taillights, and new wheel designs. There also are new paint colors, including a saucy Mulberry Red, Aurora Silver, and Forest Lake (smoky green) that join the existing Bright Dusk (beige), Denim Blue, Crystal White, and Onyx Black. What matters here is that, while lacking newness, the Volvo XC60 remains attractive even in its wise old age. It has an athletic, strong-shouldered stance and a good mix of curves and hard lines that helped the design hold up for so long. Volvo stuffs the interior with more changes. Front and center is a new touchscreen running the brand's latest UX, which is shared with the new EVs (EX30, EX90, and upcoming EX60) as well as the similarly updated XC90. As on the latter, the new display curiously pokes out of the dashboard—before, the XC60's vertical touchscreen was sunken somewhat into the dash—though barely, as if you hung an iPad on the wall like a picture frame. Mostly, this odd detail affords Volvo more screen space. With no major changes to the dashboard itself, the display overlaps the surrounding real estate. Again, what counts more than the visuals is how it works, and the new UX with Google Built-In and Apple CarPlay is much better than the old one, with clearly defined on-screen areas for various common functions: a map up top, audio and phone menus below that, and a consistent climate control widget that lives at the bottom. Thanks to a new Snapdragon chipset, the screen responds instantly to touch inputs, and overall ease of use is high. As a bonus for existing XC60 customers, Volvo is rolling out a software update that brings the new display's on-screen layout to 2018–2025 XC60s. You don't get the snappy response (because the update is software, not hardware like a new screen or that snappy dragon chip), but the improvement should still be stark and welcome. Other changes inside are minor and include new recycled upholstery options and new speaker grille designs for the available 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system. With no dimensional changes, cabin space is the same as before; the rear seat is good, not great, with OK legroom and headroom and a somewhat tall sill you must step over to enter. And How Does It Drive? If you guessed 'the same,' congratulations. Volvo specifies no major mechanical updates for the XC60, which is available with the brand's B5 mild hybrid powertrain or T8 plug-in hybrid option. The B5 uses the same 247-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 and eight-speed automatic transmission as before, and it again includes all-wheel drive as standard. Spicier are the T8 models, which combine a turbocharged and supercharged version of the same 2.0-liter I-4 with a 143-hp electric motor for a stonkin' 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque combined. Our brief drive in the 2026 Volvo XC60 was limited to a fully loaded T8 model on the available 21-inch wheels. As before, it has air suspension. The XC60, even with its 455-hp plug-in setup, is more of an all-arounder than a sports SUV, though as before, buyers can skew that math somewhat with the Polestar Engineered package. Restricted to the T8, this sport kit includes Öhlins performance shock absorbers, Akebono brakes with yellow-painted calipers, and 21- or 22-inch wheels with summer tires. The XC60 T8 we drove was Polestar-less, though we should point out Volvo's link to that company, which now offers its own lineup of sporty electric-only cars and SUVs, lives on beyond the performance package. The new Volvo UX is, essentially, the same as the one used in new Polestar models. It's hard to overstate how clever the T8 is for the average buyer—on one hand, you can rocket through traffic with BMW M and Mercedes-AMG levels of horsepower, and on the other, whisper to and fro on electric power alone for up to 35 miles at a time. (Final 2026 model-year EPA ratings are forthcoming, but we assume the XC60 B5 and T8 models get essentially the same ratings as last year.) Drivers can lock the XC60 T8 into EV-only mode (labeled Pure by Volvo) or let the XC60's computers sort out the optimal disbursement of electric power in the Hybrid drive mode. Per the EPA, a 2025 XC60 T8 using hybrid mode is rated to return 28 mpg combined—2 mpg better than the XC60 B5. This despite the T8 packing nearly double the horsepower and chopping a full 2.0 seconds off the B5's claimed 0–60-mph time for a quick 4.5-second run. That power in the Hybrid mode is blended smoothly and without untoward surging or other weirdness, and the XC60 rides firmly but with refined bump absorption. The steering is weighted nicely but doesn't offer Porsche (or even Polestar) levels of feedback. For the EV-curious out there, selecting 'B'—essentially the transmission's low gearing—calls up a de facto one-pedal drive mode, in which lifting off the accelerator pedal gradually increases the electric motor's slowing force; the XC60 can eventually be stopped this way without touching the brake pedal. Mostly, the driving experience is upscale and no-nonsense—a distinctly Volvo trait that, while not exactly overflowing from the attractive styling inside and out, links the XC60 to the old 240 it just outpaced for all-time sales. With changes addressing known weak spots (namely the onboard tech stack) and no unnecessary changes to the rest of the already solid package, the 2026 XC60 takes small, careful steps forward. Its next redesign may be years away, but there is big news on the horizon: By the end of next year, Volvo will begin building the XC60 here in the U.S. at its South Carolina facility. That should help it mitigate ever-changing tariffs and keep pricing similar to last year's XC60 B5 ($48,345 to start) and T8 ($59,345 and up).
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Faraday X Unveils Two Groundbreaking Global-First Products Along with a Transformative Technology Architecture - the FX Super One EAI-MPV, the FF Super EAI F.A.C.E. System, and the FF EAI Embodied Intelligence AI Agent 6x4 Architecture
The FX Super One has officially secured 10034 binding deposits for non-binding pre-orders, spanning both our B2B and B2C channels. The FX Super One MPV Unveiling held in downtown Los Angeles, offered attendees a first-hand look at FX Super One's innovation, design philosophy, and market vision, while fostering meaningful Co-Creation among the minds shaping the product's next phase. The Company also unveiled new technologies and innovations including the FF Super EAI F.A.C.E. (Front AI Communication Ecosystem) System, and the FF EAI Embodied Intelligence AI Agent 6x4 Architecture. The FX Super One MPV will disrupt the luxury SUV segment, benefitting from the technology stack developed for the Company's flagship FF 91 EV, delivering a level of product performance and technology that could go far beyond today's mainstream business and family vehicles, all at extreme price-to-performance ratio could help it beat the best, beyond its class. The Super One MPV will come with an available world's first Super EAI F.A.C.E. (Front AI Communication Ecosystem), not only an external super LED display for the front fascia, but also a face and sensory system for Super One, a true vehicle EAI agent. Faraday Future just announced that it has secured $105 Million in Financing to fund the Company's aggressive growth strategy, including the launch of the FX Super One and advancement of the Company's position in the AIEV Market. Today's event also marked the kickoff of the B2C Paid Pre-Order Campaign, inviting users to become early adopters and co-creators of this next-generation mobility experience. With just a $100 deposit, future Super One users can place a pre-order for your very own First Class EAI-MPV. LOS ANGELES, July 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) ("Faraday Future", "FF" or the "Company"), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today held the Global unveiling of its much-anticipated FX Super One MPV, the first of a new lineup of affordable mass market EVs for the FX brand. The event also marked a significant milestone officially securing 10034 binding deposits for non-binding pre-orders for the Super One, spanning both B2B and B2C channels, signaling strong early momentum and widespread market enthusiasm for the FX Super One. The Company also unveiled new technologies and innovations including the FF Super EAI F.A.C.E. (Front AI Communication Ecosystem) System, and the FF EAI Embodied Intelligence AI Agent 6x4 Architecture during the FX Super One Product Launch. Users can now go and complete their purchase with just one click and secure priority delivery. With just a $100 deposit, future Super One users can place a pre-order for their very own First Class EAI-MPV. Numerous executives and celebrities attended and spoke at the event including FF founder and Global Co-CEO YT Jia, and Global Co-CEO Matthias Aydt, FX CEO, Xiao (Max) Ma, Actor Cody Walker — from the Fast & Furious franchise and a globally respected automotive enthusiast and race car driver and influencer Lindsay Brewer helped unveil the FX Super One with Company executives as well. The July 17th event continues the launch cadence and commencement of FX's product execution and launch season that will lead up to the first Super One vehicle coming off the line at FX's manufacturing facility in Hanford, California. The event, which was held in the Los Angeles area, was attended by numerous guests, including the public, FF's stockholders and investors; B2B sales partners and prospects; global supply chain partners; media; key opinion leaders (KOLs) and influencers; and Co-Creation officers. Earlier this week, the Company announced that it has secured $105 Million in financing to fund the Company's aggressive growth strategy, including the launch of the FX Super One and the advancement of the Company's position in the AIEV Market. FX Super One Highlights: Shown publicly for the first time at the July 17 event, the FX Super One is an affordable mass market MPV. It offers a spacious, meticulously crafted interior with high-end materials and advanced technology. The FX Super One prioritizes passenger comfort with a host of features including multiple rows, spacious seating, ambient lighting, and premium entertainment systems, to name a few. The Super One is planned to be available with AWD and two powertrain options: battery electric and, at a later date, an AI hybrid extended range (AIHER) configuration. The Super One isn't just about upgrading ones experience with automobiles — it's going to redefine it entirely. It will come equipped with the groundbreaking FF Super EAI F.A.C.E. (Front AI Communication Ecosystem) System, and the FF EAI Embodied Intelligence AI Agent 6x4 Architecture. These technologies mark the start of a major tech leap and product revolution in the AIEV era. Back in 2017, FF was the first in the industry to launch the new species of AIEV—the FF 91. And today, you are about to witness the birth of yet another new species: the First Class EAI-MPV, the FX Super One. This new species is expected to become the disruptor of the Cadillac Escalade in the EAI EV era. The Super EAI F.A.C.E. system, as a key tangible component of the FF EAI system, will replace the fixed "impersonal mask"— the static, lifeless look of traditional front grills. It not only brings each vehicle a unique expression — "a thousand faces for a thousand cars" — but more importantly, it brings the car AI agent the ability to perceive through five senses and express emotions, as well as the gateway to connect and communicate with the world. The FF EAI Embodied AI Agent 6x4 architecture is built on pure vision, end-to-end Vision-Language-Action (VLA) and world model. In the simplest terms, 6x4 architecture means there are six tech platforms, powered by the four tech systems. This enables AIEVs to evolve — with soul, personality, intelligence, and emotions — ushering into a new era where EAI EVs become truly intelligent. This year, the entire AI industry hit a major inflection point. FF upgraded the Architecture, remade the six tech platforms powered by the four tech systems, namely EAI Body System, EAI Powertrain and Chassis system, EAI Space System, and EAI Driving System. From introducing the concept of the Companies Bridge Strategy in May 2024 to unveiling the FX Super One today — when FF was preparing for the final Bridge Closure — it only took 14 months, with the unique Light 4, Swift 4, Focused 5, and Empowering 5 model of FF's Global Automotive Industry Bridge Strategy. Take technology empowerment as an example, FF could empower the mass-market FX vehicles with much of the core technology, software, and AI capabilities of the $300,000 FF 91. The FF AI 2.0 system, which was launched through OTA on the FF 91, will also be deployed in the potential FX lineup in the future. Why Super One: First, the Cadillac Escalade is mostly a status symbol for a select elite. Super One goes beyond serving celebrities and entrepreneurs — it's also tailored for families seeking a high-quality lifestyle. It belongs on the red carpet and on the school run — truly a 'first choice' that bridges diverse lifestyles and audiences. Second, FX Super One is an era ahead in product philosophy. It's born for a new era. Third, it's a complete upgrade in experience compared to Escalade. When it comes to space, the Super One offers a longer wheelbase and a more flexible cabin layout, delivering a first-class experience in every row. Inside the cabin, features like an all-temperature refrigerator, zero-gravity seats, and an intelligent widescreen, combined with the 5G Super AP + EAI platform, create an all-encompassing experience — from a mobile luxury residence to an AI-powered office on wheels. FX Super One will completely redefine how American users perceive traditional luxury business travel. It redefines space and quietly reshapes the way you connect with your family, work, and dreams. Five key breakthroughs in product value and the 10 distinctive product strengths: Here are the five big reasons and 10 key highlights why the FX Super One is a total game-changer. FX calls it the five key breakthroughs in product value and the 10 distinctive product strengths. Starting with the five key breakthroughs in product value. First, a whole new category. Second, it's more than just a car, it's a vehicle EAI agent, and your avatar. It redefines the whole driver-car relationship. You're not just driving, you're in sync. Third, Full-cycle Active Safety system. We're talking full-body smart safety—a high-strength steel structure, full-time electric AWD, and AI that can actually predict risk before it happens. Fourth, AI luxury and ultimate comfort like a private clubhouse. It breaks boundaries. It's the new gold standard for comfort. Fifth, Tech luxury, without the $300K price tag. It comes with extreme price performance ratio and running cost. Empowered by much of the FF 91's core value, this vehicle aims for accessible AI TechLuxury. Now let's dig into the real muscle behind the Super One—its 10 standout features. 1. It's got a F.A.C.E.—literally. Your car can become a vehicle EAI agent, it can actually express itself, communicate to the world, and even represent you as the face of the vehicle EAI Avatar. 2. Magic space that flexes to your life. Exceptional floor plan efficiency - 130-inch wheelbase, 51.2-inch cabin height, 33.86-inch third-row legroom and a flat floor. This thing feels massive inside—like skyscraper-level space management. Super comfortable getting in an out of. Two- and three-row common rail design, seat settings are more flexible, and the second and third rows can be mispositioned to care for babies and pets; Flexible sliding rows? Check. Room for six golf bags? Easy. Fold the seats flat and boom—it's a camper bed. 3. 360-degree safety, active + passive. Your peace of mind, always on. Triple high-strength cage body structure, more than 80% high-strength steel, side curtain airbags. 4. Two ways to roll—pure electric or AI Hybrid Extended Range (AIHER). Go full BEV for your daily drives and in-city journeys. Enjoy that silent, smooth techno-vibe. Or hit the interstate with our unique HEREV, the hybrid extended range EV, that crushes long-distance anxiety. 5. All-wheel drive. Never compromises on your drive. Every model comes with AWD. Smart dual motors and millisecond-level torque coordination give you the grip and control of a sports sedan. 6. The Floating Rear Zero-Gravity Seats. Where every moment is a recharge. Zero-gravity seats for all models, fully adjustable and body-hugging. Every seat is the VIP seat. 7. An EAI cabin that knows what you want—before you do. The EAI OS boots up in seconds and feels smoother than your phone. Voice, gestures—you name it. It gets you, and it's already one step ahead. 8. Mobile lounge —or office, your call. A massive, immersive screen paired with Dolby Atmos surround sound — a full immersive experience. And an all-temperature intelligent fridge that keeps your drinks hot or cold, anytime you want. It's your living room. It's your office. It's whatever you need it to be—on the move. 9. EAI Driving, Intelligent all-scene perception and driving suite. A vision-first VLA system powered by lidar, millimeter-wave radar, ultrasonic sensors, and high-definition cameras. Together, they create a 360° intelligent awareness network. It upgrades every aspect—vision, perception, and coverage—to give you smarter, safer, full-time protection on every journey. 10. Six major tech platforms to support a real embodied intelligence: FF AI has been upgraded to the FF EAI platform, leveraging EAI technology to fully empower four major tech systems and six key tech platforms — including applications, OS, hardware, mechanics, cloud, and AI. This makes the Super One not just an intelligent car, but an embodied intelligent lifeform on wheels. FX Super One Variants: Super One offers a tailored experience with six variants built around two powertrain choices. Each powertrain is then available in three interior layouts: the four-seat GOAT (Greatest-of-all-time) edition, six-seat edition, and the seven-seat edition. This diverse lineup makes sure there is a perfect Super One for every user. The four-seat GOAT edition is designed for Spire Communities. It pays homage to those who are the "best in their field." It carries the spirit of these Greatest-of-All-Timers. Inside, its ultra-large, retractable panoramic display rises at your command, building a private AI suite environment. It features a dual-zone, precision-controlled refrigerator between the seats with a temperature range between -6°C to 50°C (21°F to 122°F). Its NASA-inspired zero-gravity seats represent the peak of comfort and tech luxury. Its upgraded Super AP+ high-performance computing system and EAI platform, delivers seamless transition between work and leisure. The six-seat and seven-seat variants offer a more flexible layout. They balance business receptions and family trips. All in one, one for all. They serve your many roles and give you all-scenario luxury mobility. Final FX Super One specifications, pricing, on sale timing and other details will be announced later on this year so please stay tuned for updates. ABOUT FARADAY FUTURE Faraday Future is a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company. Founded in 2014, the Company's mission is to disrupt the automotive industry by creating a user-centric, technology-first, and smart driving experience. Faraday Future's flagship model, the FF91, exemplifies its vision for luxury, innovation, and performance. The FX strategy aims to introduce mass production models equipped with state-of-the-art luxury technology similar to the FF 91, targeting a broader market with middle-to-low price range offerings. FF is committed to redefining mobility through AI innovation. Join us in shaping the future of intelligent transportation. For more information, please visit FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release includes "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words "plan to," "can," "will," "should," "future," "potential," and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements, which include statements regarding the Super One MPV, Super EAI F.A.C.E., and EAI Embodied AI Agent 6x4 architecture, are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the Company's control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors, among others, that may affect actual results or outcomes include, among others: the Company's ability to secure necessary agreements to license or produce FX vehicles in the U.S., the Middle East, or elsewhere, none of which have been secured; the Company's ability to homologate FX vehicles for sale in the U.S., the Middle East, or elsewhere; the Company's ability to secure the necessary funding to execute on its AI, EREV and Faraday X (FX) strategies, each of which will be substantial; the Company's ability to secure necessary permits at its Hanford, CA production facility; the Company's ability to secure regulatory approvals for the proposed Super One front grill; the potential impact of tariff policy; the Company's ability to continue as a going concern and improve its liquidity and financial position; the Company's ability to pay its outstanding obligations; the Company's ability to remediate its material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting and the risks related to the restatement of previously issued consolidated financial statements; the Company's limited operating history and the significant barriers to growth it faces; the Company's history of losses and expectation of continued losses; the success of the Company's payroll expense reduction plan; the Company's ability to execute on its plans to develop and market its vehicles and the timing of these development programs; the Company's estimates of the size of the markets for its vehicles and cost to bring those vehicles to market; the rate and degree of market acceptance of the Company's vehicles; the Company's ability to cover future warranty claims; the success of other competing manufacturers; the performance and security of the Company's vehicles; current and potential litigation involving the Company; the Company's ability to receive funds from, satisfy the conditions precedent of and close on the various financings described elsewhere by the Company; the result of future financing efforts, the failure of any of which could result in the Company seeking protection under the Bankruptcy Code; the Company's indebtedness; the Company's ability to cover future warranty claims; the Company's ability to use its "at-the-market" program; insurance coverage; general economic and market conditions impacting demand for the Company's products; potential negative impacts of a reverse stock split; potential cost, headcount and salary reduction actions may not be sufficient or may not achieve their expected results; circumstances outside of the Company's control, such as natural disasters, climate change, health epidemics and pandemics, terrorist attacks, and civil unrest; risks related to the Company's operations in China; the success of the Company's remedial measures taken in response to the Special Committee findings; the Company's dependence on its suppliers and contract manufacturer; the Company's ability to develop and protect its technologies; the Company's ability to protect against cybersecurity risks; and the ability of the Company to attract and retain employees, any adverse developments in existing legal proceedings or the initiation of new legal proceedings, and volatility of the Company's stock price. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC. View source version on Contacts Investors (English): ir@ Investors (Chinese): cn-ir@ Media: Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
