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2024 AITO M9 full evaluation report

2024-08-25

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Positioned as a panoramic smart flagship SUV, the AITO M9 not only has a luxurious exterior and interior design, but is also equipped with advanced intelligent technology configurations and a rich power combination, making it highly competitive in the market. The sales of the AITO M9 have continued to grow since its launch, with a cumulative order of 120,000 units in 7 months, winning wide recognition and praise from consumers. In the previous "100 Car Owners Review New Cars" survey on the 2024 AITO M9, the car was widely praised for its riding space and intelligent configuration, but some consumers also reported that it "did not deliver the car as scheduled."

1. Basic vehicle information

1. Comparison of configuration parameters of the same models: Entry-level models are fully equipped, and the entire series is equipped with Huawei's ADS intelligent driving system

The 2024 AITO M9 offers two power options: pure electric and extended-range. All models are equipped with front and rear dual motors. The pure electric version has a CLTC pure electric range of 630km, and the extended-range version has a CLTC comprehensive range of up to 1402km, with excellent performance and endurance. In terms of configuration, even the entry-level models provide a fairly rich range of active and passive safety, convenience and comfort configurations, and all models are equipped with Huawei's ADS intelligent driving system, and the intelligent performance is at the first echelon level in the domestic automobile market.

2. Comparison of configuration parameters of competing models: outstanding motor performance parameters, intelligent configuration leading the same level

Looking at the domestic large SUV market segment, the only model that can directly compete with the M9 is the Ideal L9. In addition, the Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW X7 from traditional luxury brands can also be regarded as competitors of the M9. Through various comparisons, the dual motors equipped with the M9 have a slight advantage in power parameters and outstanding performance. In terms of configuration, although the M9 and the Ideal L9 have their own advantages and disadvantages, the M9 is in a leading position in terms of intelligent configuration. Among the four models, it has facial recognition, privacy sound shield, AR-HUD augmented reality head-up display and other functions. With the Huawei ADS intelligent driving system, it can provide an excellent intelligent car experience.

2. Quality Reliability

As of press time, Chezhi.com has received a total of 22 complaints about the 2024 AITO M9, including 10 complaints about pure quality issues and 13 complaints about faults. Among these complaints, complaints about body accessories and electrical appliances accounted for a large proportion. According to feedback from some car owners, the car had problems such as "headlights not working" and "circuit failure". In the previous "100 Car Owners Review New Cars" quality and reliability survey, car owners still gave a relatively objective evaluation of its quality and reliability. Among them, the proportion of car owners who thought they were "very satisfied" and "satisfied" was 24.8% and 42.9% respectively; the proportion of car owners who thought they were "average" was 19%; and the proportion of car owners who clearly stated that they were "dissatisfied" was 13.3%. Overall, the quality and reliability performance of the 2024 AITO M9 basically meets consumers' expectations.

3. After-sales service satisfaction

As of press time, Chezhi.com has received a total of 11 complaints about service issues related to the 2024 AITO M9. The main problems were related to unfulfilled promises and sales fraud, specifically "failure to deliver the vehicle as agreed" and "selling problematic vehicles".

At present, the manufacturer has responded to all 22 complaints received by Chezhi.com about the 2024 AITO M9, with a response rate of 100%. From the data, it can be seen that the manufacturer is very positive in solving problems that consumers encounter during the purchase and use of the vehicle. For problems raised by consumers, the manufacturer will communicate with the 4S store where the owner is located and contact the owner to come to the store for inspection and repair.

4. Car cost

1. Fuel consumption/power consumption: performance is basically in line with expectations

According to the information reported by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the test data of major automotive vertical media, the official fuel consumption of the 2024 AITO M9 extended-range version is 7.2L/100km; the actual fuel consumption of the 2024 AITO M9 pure electric version is 7.86L/100km, and the actual comprehensive power consumption of the 2024 AITO M9 pure electric version is 24.5kWh/100km. (Data is for reference only)

2. Maintenance: The warranty period is satisfactory

The warranty period for the 2024 AITO M9 is four years or 100,000 kilometers (whichever comes first). In terms of maintenance, all models need to be maintained for the first time at 5,000 kilometers or three months. The maintenance items are to replace the engine oil and oil filter. The engine oil and oil filter need to be replaced every 12 months or every 10,000 kilometers. The air filter and air conditioning filter are replaced every 20,000 kilometers. The spark plug is replaced every 30,000 kilometers. The brake fluid is replaced every 60,000 kilometers. In the "100 Car Owners Review New Cars" survey, the evaluation of the use cost of the 2024 AITO M9 showed that 30.5% and 39.1% of the owners were "very satisfied" and "satisfied" respectively, and another 17.1% of the owners said "average", and the proportion of owners who thought they were "unsatisfied" was 13.3%.

5. Road Test Report

The 2024 AITO M9 offers two power options: pure electric and extended-range. The pure electric version is equipped with front and rear dual motors, with a total motor power of 390kW, a total motor torque of 673N·m, and a CLTC pure electric range of 630km; the extended-range version is equipped with a 1.5T engine with a maximum power of 112kW. It is also equipped with front and rear dual motors, with a total motor power of 365kW, a total motor torque of 675N·m, and is matched with ternary lithium batteries with a capacity of 42kWh and 52kWh. The CLTC pure electric range is 225km and 275km respectively.

6. User word of mouth

In the "Wenjie M9" car series channel of Chezhi.com, a total of 4 people participated in the rating activity, of which 3 gave a four-star rating and 1 gave a three-star rating. In the comments, the car owner summarized the advantages and disadvantages of Wenjie M9 during use, which can provide more real and comprehensive reference opinions for other consumers.

In terms of user reputation, most consumers are satisfied with the riding space and intelligent driving level of the Wenjie M9. However, some consumers reported that the car computer occasionally freezes, and that the range extender makes a lot of noise when working.

VII. Bonus Points

1. Collision safety

The 2024 AITO M9 participated in the C-NCAP crash test, and the final comprehensive score was 93.9%, reaching the 5-star evaluation standard. Specifically, the M9 scored 97.79% in the active safety project, and the ADAS test received full marks. In addition, the car scored 96.98% in the occupant protection project, and the side column collision test and child occupant protection static evaluation both received full marks.

2. Recall History

According to the data currently available, the 2024 AITO M9 has not been recalled in mainland China. Although the lack of recall does not mean that the vehicle quality is perfect, it at least proves that the manufacturer has determined that there are no hidden problems in the vehicle that affect driving safety and property safety.