Neta officially launched the Neta X compact SUV in Thailand and Malaysia. This EV crossover has been adapted for right-hand drive and added additional localized adjustments for the local market
The Neta X is a updated version of the original Neta U that received a facelift in 2023 and was unveiled to be named the Neta X. The Neta X has a starting price of 99,800 yuan (13,750 USD) in China and measures 4619 mm in length, 1860 mm in width, and 1628 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2770 mm.
Neta X in Thailand and Malaysia
In Thailand, the Neta X is available in two models, priced between 739,000 baht and 799,000 baht (20,580 USD and 22,250 USD). In Malaysia, it comes in three models, priced between 119,888 ringgit and 135,888 ringgit (25,750 USD and 29,180 USD). For comparison, the official price of the Neta X in China is between 99,800 yuan and 124,800 yuan (13,750 USD and 17,200 USD).
The Neta X sold in Thailand and Malaysia features a right-hand drive layout, 15.6-inch floating central control screen, and a 8.9-inch floating instrument panel. It supports multi-language voice control, online music, built-in navigation, and vehicle control via the mobile app. Additionally, it offers an L2-level driving assistance system.
Both the Thai and Malaysian models are equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 120 kW and a peak torque of 210 Nm. They come with either a 51.8 kWh or a 62 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack, providing a WLTP range of 323 km and 410 km respectively.
Overseas Production
At the end of last year, Hozon Autoโs Neta brand began production of its first model, the Neta V-II (known in China as the Neta Aya), in Thailand. Previously, production was expected to begin on January 2024, but together with the Thailand local partner, Bangchan General Assembly, production was able to start earlier.
The Neta X that was just launched is produced at this same factory. The Thailand factory is first supplying cars to Thailand and Malaysia, with the expectation that other ASEAN regions like Indonesia and Vietnam will follow.
Neta was the second best-selling electric brand in Thailand, after BYD, with 12,777 EVs sold. Those sales were achieved with the brand only selling one model, the Neta V, making it the second most sold electric car in Thailand last year. Neta has stated that in 2024, the brand plans to cover 50 countries with its global sales network and establish 500 overseas sales and service outlets.
Sources: Dongchedi, Yiche
