Hongqi G919 officially becomes the name of the brand’s first off-road SUV. Credit: CarNewsChina Understand China EV’s Market Real-time notifications when critical EV data is released All important data in one place 2,000,000+ data points Become a member Hongqi has officially named its first off-road SUV the G919, confirming the production name for the four-motor extended-range electric vehicle that debuted publicly at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. FAW Hongqi announced the move on June 6. The vehicle was previously known internally as the P567 and had already been previewed through concept displays, spy photos, and auto show appearances. From P567 to G919 Hongqi explained that the “G” represents the backbone of China’s national car tradition, while the two “9″ digits refer to flagship positioning and long-term service support. The “1” symbolises top-tier vehicle performance. The naming announcement marks the latest step toward market launch for a vehicle that represents Hongqi’s first direct entry into China’s rapidly expanding off-road SUV category. We previously reported that the model would adopt a body-on-frame architecture, positioning it alongside a growing number of electrified off-road vehicles introduced by Chinese manufacturers. Four-motor EREV powertrain The G919 was previously shown at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show after earlier prototype sightings reported by CarNewsChina in February. Winter testing of vehicles revealed a boxy body-on-frame SUV equipped with roof-mounted lidar, a rear-mounted spare wheel, and a four-motor electric drivetrain. Previous disclosures indicate dimensions of 5,135 mm in length, 2,050 mm in width and 1,950 mm in height, with a 2,900 mm wheelbase. The SUV adopts air suspension and mechanical differential locks on both axles. The most distinctive element of the vehicle is its four-motor propulsion system. Unlike conventional off-road SUVs that rely primarily on mechanical transfer cases and engine-driven torque distribution, the architecture places an electric motor at each wheel position. This enables software-controlled torque vectoring, allowing power delivery to be adjusted independently across the vehicle. Earlier reports indicated that the G919 combines a 2.0-litre turbocharged range extender with four electric motors delivering 620 kW and 1,320 Nm. Reported performance figures include 0-100 km/h acceleration in 4.5 seconds, a 280 km CLTC electric range and a total driving range of 1,350 km. The model is expected to launch in the second half of 2026. Off-road hardware remains a priority Despite the electrified drivetrain, Hongqi has retained several traditional off-road features. The G919 uses a body-on-frame design, a choice commonly made for vehicles expected to encounter heavy loads and demanding terrain. The chassis separates the body from the frame, improving durability under twisting forces generated during off-road driving. Hongqi also confirmed three differential locks, a feature typically associated with dedicated off-road vehicles. Differential locks help maintain traction by ensuring torque continues to reach the wheels with available grip when others lose contact with the ground. Show vehicles and prototypes have also displayed all-terrain tyres, recovery hooks, roof-mounted equipment carriers, and a roof lidar sensor. Market positioning The G919 arrives as Chinese manufacturers continue expanding into the electrified off-road segment. Recent launches such as the Zeekr 9X and Zeekr 8X have demonstrated growing consumer demand for premium electrified SUVs, while brands including Tank, Fang Cheng Bao, and Yangwang have introduced increasingly specialised off-road products. Hongqi’s domestic sales reached 19,580 vehicles in April 2026, representing a 1.4% share of China’s passenger vehicle market, according to China EV DataTracker. The G919 will become one of the brand’s most technologically ambitious production vehicles when it enters the market. The body-on-frame G919 adopts traditional off-road hardware including differential locks.