Chinese giant's luxury off-roader with 848-mile range hits 10,000 unit

Chinese automaker Dongfeng has rapidly scaled production of its luxury off-road plug-in hybrid SUV, the M-Hero M817, reaching a milestone of 10,000 units just months after its August debut. The M817, a premium intelligent SUV, features a powerful 677-hp hybrid system delivering 505 kW and 626 lb-ft of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 5.2 seconds. It boasts an impressive electric range of up to 848 miles, making it one of the most capable off-road PHEVs available. The vehicle supports nine specialized driving modes tailored for extreme terrains such as snow, mud, rocks, and water, and includes advanced safety features like an automatic emergency braking system functional at speeds up to 81 mph. The M-Hero brand’s technical collaboration with Huawei, highlighted by the delivery of a milestone vehicle to Huawei’s Intelligent Automotive Solution Business Unit CEO, underscores its integration of intelligent driving technologies. The M-Hero M