Yongteng BYD T5-based hybrid camper with pop-up roof and slide-out debuts at Chengdu RV Show Sep 19–21, 2026

The Great Wall Pao Hi4-T pop-top motorhome was officially launched at the Chengdu Auto Show. Based on the Hi4-T platform, it features a 2.0T engine and P2 motor with a combined output of 310 kW and 750 N·m, a 33.1 kWh battery supporting 6 kW external discharge. The vehicle stands 2165 mm high, fits into some 2.2-meter garages, has a 26° approach angle, 21° departure angle, 220 mm ground clearance, and part-time four-wheel drive. Inside, it offers a 1400×1950 mm double bed, toilet, kitchen, and more; outside, a 42 L fridge, integrated outdoor kitchen, 270° awning, and 290 L external storage.

In March 2026, Ruisheng launched the Wangpai M7 motorhome priced at 89,800 yuan, featuring factory 3C certification and drivable with a C1 license. The hybrid SUV Benteng Yueyi 07 (from 99,800 yuan) offers external power supply and light off-road capability. Used Audi A3L (from 99,000 yuan) and A5 are unsuitable for camping due to limited trunk space and lack of external power.

In China, a tornado lifted a motorhome and hung it on a bridge dozens of meters high, with a person inside. The incident occurred on August 24, 2026; details are being clarified.

Dongfeng has announced pricing for the Xinghai V9 camper with a pop-up roof: from 258,800 yuan. The regular 2027 Xinghai V9 is priced between 179,900 and 229,900 yuan, with a trade-in price from 169,900 yuan. The camper features a factory pop-up roof, a 22-liter refrigerator, a 220V outlet and 6 kW external power supply. Clean and grey water tanks and a shower are optional. The interior bed measures 1100×1900 mm, the roof bed is 1.9 meters. The regular version adds electrically adjustable seats with heating and ventilation, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P chip, two 15.6-inch screens and AI models. The powertrain is a 1.5T hybrid with a 34.9 kWh battery, an electric range of 200 km and a total range of 1300 km.

Muye Xinghe has introduced the Shiguang Max, a B+ class motorhome with a range-extender hybrid powertrain, priced at 249,900 yuan. The vehicle features a 1.5-liter range extender, a 110 kW electric motor, and a 24.984 kWh battery, offering an electric-only range of 60 km and a combined range of 720 km. It measures 5.99 meters in length, sleeps four, and includes a kitchen, toilet, and shower. Standard equipment includes Level 2 driver assistance, a 15.6-inch infotainment screen, and V2L external power supply.

Zeng Shunxi's motorhome was urinated on by his pet dog 'Sancunding', which he did not get angry about, instead taking photos and joking about it. The dog is his partner in the new drama 'Nine Gates'. Previously, actor Meng Ziyi's pet dog also defecated in his motorhome. Zeng's motorhome serves as a resting place on set and a space for his pets.