PRODUCT DETAILS
Detailed Introduction of the Stelato S9
Basic Overview
The Stelato S9 is a premium intelligent sedan jointly developed by Huawei and BAIC Group, officially launched in August 2024. Positioned as a "Panoramic Intelligent Flagship Sedan," it is priced between 309,800 and 449,800 yuan . As the flagship model within the HarmonyOS Intelligent Mobility ecosystem, the S9 directly competes with traditional luxury D-segment sedans such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series, representing a strategic product for BAIC Group .
Exterior Dimensions
The Stelato S9 measures 5,160mm × 1,987mm × 1,486mm with a wheelbase of 3,050mm, featuring the elongated proportions of a D-segment sedan . The design adheres to Huawei's philosophy of "extreme, pure, and minimalist," and includes:
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Galaxy Headlights: Full-width light strip paired with "C"-shaped lighting clusters
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Cosmic Paint: Available in five colors – Cosmic Red, Stellar Gold, Gilded Black, Ceramic White, and Deep Space Gray
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Flush Side Windows: 2.78-meter frameless doors with hidden water-cut craftsmanship
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Wheel Options: 21-inch Stellar forged wheels or 20-inch low-drag wheels
Interior and Space
The cockpit employs the "Universe Cockpit" design concept, offering an effective interior space of up to 3,460mm :
Seating Configuration:
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Front Seats: Nappa leather seats with a 10-layer construction, supporting a 43° adjustment range, with ventilation, heating, and massage as standard
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Rear Seats: The world's first mass-produced sedan featuring rear zero-gravity seats, supporting 12-way power adjustment, leg rest extension up to 429mm, and one-touch zero-gravity mode activation
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Space Performance: First-row space of 1,079mm, second-row space of 1,000mm, and 720-degree privacy space (one-touch privacy sound shield)
Technology Features:
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Screen System: 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster + 15.6-inch central control screen + 9-inch rear passenger screen + 32-inch automotive-grade projection system
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Infotainment System: HarmonyOS 4.0, supporting quad-zone voice interaction (capable of recognizing commands from different positions)
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Audio System: HUAWEI SOUND SUPERIOR, delivering maximum bass of 113dB and treble of 90dB
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Luxury Features: Dual front/rear climate-controlled refrigerators, full suede headliner, 360-degree acoustic foam insulation + double-layer soundproof glass
Powertrain
Available in both extended-range and pure electric versions to suit different usage scenarios:
Extended-Range Version (Primary Model) :
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System: Huawei Snowy Owl Intelligent Extended-Range System, combining a 1.5T four-cylinder range extender with a 227kW drive motor
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Battery: 37kWh (CLTC pure electric range 280km) or 53.4kWh (CLTC pure electric range 365km)
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Range: CLTC comprehensive range of 1,355km, fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km when battery depleted
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Charging: 20% to 80% in just 15 minutes
Pure Electric Version (800V High-Voltage Platform) :
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Rear-Wheel Drive: 227kW motor, 0-100km/h acceleration in 6.05 seconds, CLTC range 816km
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All-Wheel Drive: 390kW dual motors, 0-100km/h acceleration in 3.9 seconds, CLTC range 721km
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Battery: CATL 100kWh ternary lithium battery pack
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Fast Charging: 5 minutes of charging adds 200km of range
Chassis and Handling
Built on the Huawei Turing Platform :
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Suspension: Front double wishbone + rear five-link independent suspension
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Damping: Standard air springs + CDC continuous damping control across all trims, supporting 5-level height adjustment
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Performance: Moose test result of 76.8km/h, 100km/h-to-stop braking distance of 32.77 meters
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Tuning: Comfort-oriented setup that filters bumps cleanly, though noticeable body roll occurs during aggressive driving
Intelligent Configuration
Intelligent Driving: First to debut the Huawei QianKun Intelligent Driving ADS 3.0 System, equipped with:
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1 × 192-line LiDAR + 3 × high-precision solid-state LiDARs
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3 × distributed 4D millimeter-wave radars
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36 × high-precision sensors
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Achieves 360° blind-spot-free perception and high-speed pilot assist capability
Intelligent Cockpit: Xiaoyi large language model supports continuous conversation and contextual services
Market Performance and Controversies
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Pre-order Results: Over 8,000 orders within 72 hours, 2,500 confirmed orders within 24 hours
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Delivery Performance: Monthly deliveries exceeded 4,000 units in June 2025, maintaining a leading position in the new energy sedan segment above 300,000 yuan
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Review Controversy: In August 2024, automotive reviewer Yuan Qicong questioned its chassis tuning, later admitting to manual steering intervention during testing, which sparked widespread attention to the dispute
Summary
Leveraging Huawei's intelligent technology, BAIC's manufacturing expertise, and innovative features such as rear zero-gravity seats and the HarmonyOS Cockpit, the Stelato S9 has established a new benchmark for "tech luxury" in the 400,000-yuan segment. Its extended-range version alleviates range anxiety, while the pure electric version delivers ultimate performance; the dual-strategy approach covers a broader user base, making it a crucial masterpiece for HarmonyOS Intelligent Mobility's assault on the high-end market.