Quick Takeaways
- Aito M9 cements Huawei–Seres as a top-tier luxury EV force in China through rapid scale-up and premium positioning.
- The million-vehicle milestone proves strong consumer demand for Huawei-powered intelligent SUVs led by the Aito M9.
Aito M9 achieved a historic milestone as the one-millionth vehicle rolled off the production line for the Huawei–Seres joint premium brand. The landmark unit was an Aito M9, underlining the growing dominance of this flagship SUV in China’s high-end electric and intelligent vehicle segment.
The achievement highlights how rapidly the Huawei-backed Aito brand has scaled production and market acceptance in a highly competitive automotive landscape.
Aito M9 leads Huawei–Seres growth story
The milestone vehicle was the Aito M9, the brand’s flagship SUV that starts at RMB 469,800 (around USD 67,350), making it one of the most premium offerings from a Chinese domestic automaker. Its strong pricing power reflects Aito’s positioning as a technology-driven luxury mobility brand.
At the production ceremony, Seres founder Zhang Xinghai said:
Aito was jointly launched by Seres and Huawei on December 2, 2021 as the first brand under Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), integrating smart cockpit, connectivity, and intelligent driving technologies into premium SUVs.
Aito M9 deliveries set new segment benchmarks
Since its market debut in December 2023, the Aito M9 has delivered exceptional results. Within two years, it has recorded more than 260,000 deliveries, setting a new benchmark for vehicles priced around RMB 500,000 in China.
During the same celebration event, Aito also handed over its:
This confirms the M9’s strong traction among buyers seeking large, technology-rich SUVs in the upper price band.
Expanding Aito SUV portfolio around Aito M9
Aito’s current product lineup consists entirely of SUVs:
The M5 is currently the brand’s most affordable model, with prices ranging from RMB 229,800 to RMB 249,800, making it the gateway to Huawei-powered intelligent mobility.
New models and Aito M9 variants on the way
Aito is preparing to further strengthen its product portfolio. According to industry reports, the brand plans to introduce:
These additions will allow Aito to cover a broader price and customer spectrum while reinforcing the Aito M9’s leadership in the premium SUV category.
With one million vehicles already produced and its flagship continuing to dominate the high-end market, Aito is rapidly positioning itself as one of China’s most influential intelligent vehicle brands driven by Huawei’s technology ecosystem.
The achievement highlights how rapidly the Huawei-backed Aito brand has scaled production and market acceptance in a highly competitive automotive landscape.
Aito M9 leads Huawei–Seres growth story
The milestone vehicle was the Aito M9, the brand’s flagship SUV that starts at RMB 469,800 (around USD 67,350), making it one of the most premium offerings from a Chinese domestic automaker. Its strong pricing power reflects Aito’s positioning as a technology-driven luxury mobility brand.
At the production ceremony, Seres founder Zhang Xinghai said:
- The first one million vehicles took five years to achieve
- The second million is targeted within the next two years
Aito was jointly launched by Seres and Huawei on December 2, 2021 as the first brand under Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), integrating smart cockpit, connectivity, and intelligent driving technologies into premium SUVs.
Aito M9 deliveries set new segment benchmarks
Since its market debut in December 2023, the Aito M9 has delivered exceptional results. Within two years, it has recorded more than 260,000 deliveries, setting a new benchmark for vehicles priced around RMB 500,000 in China.
During the same celebration event, Aito also handed over its:
- 270,000th Aito M9 to a customer
This confirms the M9’s strong traction among buyers seeking large, technology-rich SUVs in the upper price band.
Expanding Aito SUV portfolio around Aito M9
Aito’s current product lineup consists entirely of SUVs:
- M5 – entry-level offering
- M7 – mid-size premium SUV
- M8 – large luxury SUV
- Aito M9 – flagship full-size SUV
The M5 is currently the brand’s most affordable model, with prices ranging from RMB 229,800 to RMB 249,800, making it the gateway to Huawei-powered intelligent mobility.
New models and Aito M9 variants on the way
Aito is preparing to further strengthen its product portfolio. According to industry reports, the brand plans to introduce:
- Aito M6 in Q2 2026, targeting the RMB 250,000 family SUV segment
- A facelifted Aito M9
- A new Aito M9L with an extended wheelbase
These additions will allow Aito to cover a broader price and customer spectrum while reinforcing the Aito M9’s leadership in the premium SUV category.
With one million vehicles already produced and its flagship continuing to dominate the high-end market, Aito is rapidly positioning itself as one of China’s most influential intelligent vehicle brands driven by Huawei’s technology ecosystem.
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