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Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wuling Zhiguang EV with a 305 km range, has been registered with MIIT, with mass production scheduled for the second half of 2026.
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Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wu...
Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wuling Zhiguang EV with a 305 km range, has been registered with MIIT, with mass production scheduled for the second half of 2026.
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Vala has launched the kcar model with a starting price of 99,800 yuan, targeting daily-use motorhome buyers. The vehicle measures 3685×1530×1980 mm, offers a CLTC range of 305 km, and supports fast charging. The base version is priced at 99,800 yuan, while the version with an optional package costs 139,600 yuan. It features a 30.6 kWh battery and provides 3.3 kW of external power supply.
vala and Wuling have launched the vala kcar, a compact electric vehicle for urban commuting and camping. The standard version costs 99,800 yuan, while the version with a full package is priced at 139,600 yuan. The car features a 30.6 kWh battery with a range of 305 km and supports DC fast charging. It is manufactured at Wuling's factory and approved for road registration.
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