Neta U

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Neta U
File:Neta U 001.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerHozon Auto
Production2020–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Dual-motors, four-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Electric motor
  • 1x 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) or 150 kW (201 hp) Permanent magnet synchronous motor
  • 1x 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) or 170 kW (228 hp) Permanent magnet synchronous motor (Neta U PRO)
  • 2x 220 kW (295 hp; 299 PS) Permanent magnet synchronous motors (Neta U 4WD)
Battery
Electric range400 to 660 kilometres (249 to 410 mi)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,770 mm (109.1 in)
Length4,530 mm (178.3 in)
Width1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height1,628 mm (64.1 in)
Kerb weight1,680–1,779 kg (3,704–3,922 lb)

The Neta U (Chinese: 哪吒U; pinyin: Nézhā U) is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Hozon Auto after 2019 under the Neta (Nezha) brand, a Chinese all-electric car marque, manufactured by the Zhejiang Hezhong New Energy Automobile Company.

Overview

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Hozon Auto launched the Neta U during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019, it was built on Hozon Auto's EPT2.0 platform, which is Hozon's second generation powertrain platform.[citation needed]

The Neta U was originally previewed as the NETA U pre-production concept at launch and was changed to Neta U in August 2018.[1] It went on sale at the end of 2019.[2]

The power of the Neta U comes from a front positioned electric motor producing 150 horsepower (112 kW; 152 PS) and 310 N⋅m (229 lb⋅ft), mated to a battery pack capable of a range up to 500 kilometres (310 mi).[3][4]

Neta U-Saloon

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The Neta U-saloon is a purpose-built version of the Neta U, revealed in December 2020, designed for vehicle hire services. The model features a 4-seater configuration, removing the front passenger seat. Interior features include adjustable rear seats, footrests for the rear passengers, a large projector screen, wireless charging for the back seats, and additional storage and cup holders. The prototype on display also features a sliding door that opens forward. The model is available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants, with the front-wheel drive model producing 204 horsepower (152 kW; 207 PS) and 310 N⋅m (229 lb⋅ft) and the all-wheel drive variant producing 299 horsepower (223 kW; 303 PS) and 530 N⋅m (391 lb⋅ft) with a range of 660 km (410 miles). The model is available in China in 2021.[5]

Neta X

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Originally planned to be sold as the Neta U Max, the name was later unveiled to be Neta X. The Neta U received a facelift version and name change to Neta X in 2023.[6][7] The Neta X is powered by an electric motor producing 120 kW with a top speed of 150 km/h.[8]

Markets

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Indonesia

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The X was introduced in Indonesia at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in July 2024.[9] It was launched on 27 September 2024 in two variants: 500 Elite and 500 Supreme; both using the 63.5 kWh battery pack.[10]

Malaysia

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The X was launched in Malaysia on 25 July 2024, after being previewed at the Malaysia Autoshow in May 2024. It is available in three variants: 400 Comfort, 400 Luxury, and 500 Luxury.[11][12]

Singapore

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The X was launched in Singapore on 15 January 2025, coinciding with Neta's entry to the Singaporean market. It is available in the sole unnamed variant using the 62 kWh battery.[13]

Thailand

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The X was launched in Thailand on 25 July 2024, as a fully imported model from China. It is available in two trim levels: Comfort and Smart, using the 51.8 and 62 kWh battery packs.[14]

Sales

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Year China[15] Indonesia Malaysia[16] Thailand
2020 8,281
2021 69,674
2022 75,298
2023 41,815[17]
2024 20,933[18] 95[19] 41 1,382[20]

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