FAW-Volkswagen has launched the Jetta M6, the brand's first battery-electric sedan, in the Chinese market. The vehicle recorded more than 10,000 locked orders within 19 hours of its October 22, 2026, debut.
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Pricing and Variants
The M6 is available in three distinct trims, all priced under 100,000 yuan. The entry-level model starts at 79,800 yuan (approximately USD 11,900), while the mid-range and top-tier versions are priced at 89,800 yuan and 99,800 yuan, respectively.
Performance and Battery
- Entry-level model: Uses a 42.9 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 113 kW (152 hp) motor. It offers a range of 465 km under the CLTC cycle and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds.
- Higher variants: Feature a 51.9 kWh battery and a 145 kW (194 hp) motor. These versions provide a CLTC range of 555 km and reach 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
All variants are front-wheel drive and utilize a MacPherson strut front suspension with a torsion-beam rear setup. The vehicle measures 4,806 mm in length, 1,868 mm in width, and 1,500 mm in height, with a 2,820 mm wheelbase.
Technology and Features
The top variant includes Level 2 driver assistance systems powered by Horizon Robotics’ Journey 6M chip and GAIA 2.0 World Model technology. The sedan also supports Navigate on Autopilot (NoA) for highways and urban roads. The car features vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality with a 3.5 kW output and a fold-flat sleeping arrangement for the front seats.
To build consumer confidence, the joint venture has introduced a safety pledge for the M6. This covers the assisted driving system, promising compensation for incidents during the first year of ownership.
This launch marks a significant shift for the Jetta brand, which previously focused exclusively on combustion-engine vehicles in China.
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