Starting at 79,800 yuan, the era of all-scenario freedom begins! The 2026 Star Pickup family, along with the Star Stack platform, sets a new benchmark in the industry.

On August 7, 2025, SAIC MAXUS launched the 2026 Star pickup truck family. The lineup includes three strategic models: the Star X True Passenger Edition, the Star X EV, and the 2026 Star L. The company also unveiled its Star Stack platform, specifically designed for pickup trucks. Pricing for the 2026 Star L starts at 79,800 yuan, the Star X True Passenger Edition at 195,800 yuan, and the Star X EV at 316,800 yuan. SAIC MAXUS also officially launched the "Star Plan," which will include a 15 million yuan wealth creation fund to support 150 Star Pickup Villages through livestreaming and sales, bringing premium products to the global market. From breaking down traffic restrictions to reshaping technical standards, from catering to the aesthetic needs of female users to upgrading wealth creation tools, this launch marks the transition of China's pickup truck industry from the "single-function" 1.0 era to a new era of "all-scenario freedom."

"Interstellar Project" launched

[Star X Passenger Edition and Star X EV Launched]

[2026 Interstellar L launched]

Three strategic models are launched simultaneously, reshaping the user experience across all scenarios.

The StarCraft pickup truck family, with its core concept of scenario-defined products, precisely targets users' core needs for urban commuting, outdoor adventures, and commercial business creation, offering a vehicle tailored to every lifestyle imaginable.

As the "first nationwide off-road pickup truck with no traffic restrictions," the StarCraft X True Passenger Edition, with its enclosed cargo box and passenger car registration qualifications, offers unlimited individual registration, six years of inspection exemption, and no 15-year mandatory scrapping, completely breaking the barriers of urban traffic restrictions. Equipped with a 2.5T diesel engine and a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission, it delivers 165kW of maximum power and 520Nm of peak torque. Its 3000L expanded cargo box and versatile cabin allow for seamless transitions between urban commuting and outdoor camping.

[SAIC Maxus Star X True Passenger Edition]

The Star X EV, with its exclusive "Mulan Pink" colorway, defies the stereotype of rugged pickup trucks, becoming a new favorite among female users and individual buyers. Its all-wheel drive system delivers 354kW of combined power and a 560km CLTC range, effectively alleviating range anxiety. Its air suspension and intelligent chassis system make it easy to navigate even challenging road conditions like sand and mud. Its dual-screen intelligent cockpit, featuring a 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel and a 12.3-inch central control screen, redefines the "rigidity and flexibility" of electric pickup trucks.

SAIC Maxus Interstellar X EV

The 2026 Interstellar L is sweeping the wealth creation market as the "best value-for-money pickup truck under 100,000 yuan," directly addressing the core needs of this group. The long-box version boasts a 1.44m³ cargo box volume, a 40% higher rated load capacity than its peers, and can maintain a stable ride even with a 3-ton payload. Available with either a 2.0T gasoline or diesel engine, reinforced leaf springs, and a 10-year corrosion protection process, it balances wealth creation efficiency with durability. Passenger-oriented features like automatic transmission and keyless entry ensure comfort and a comfortable journey.

[SAIC Maxus 2026 Interstellar L]

As a "super full-stack off-road platform" purpose-built for pickup trucks, the Star Stack platform redefines the industry with comprehensive technological breakthroughs. Its four core advantages collectively establish a new technological coordinate system for the pickup truck industry.

In terms of powertrain, the Star Stack platform's "Star Power" offers the industry's most comprehensive "six power options in one vehicle," covering six powertrain options: gasoline, diesel, gasoline super hybrid, diesel super hybrid, extended-range hybrid, and super electric. The 2.5TT twin-turbocharged diesel engine, capable of 210kW and 605Nm of torque, is about to enter mass production. The pure electric model can reach 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, while the world's only diesel plug-in hybrid system offers 35% fuel efficiency compared to gasoline vehicles. It is compatible with a wide range of fuels worldwide and adapts to diverse scenarios.

In terms of structural innovation, the world's first "Star Bridge Architecture" utilizes 73% ultra-high-strength steel to create a protective system. With a torsional stiffness of 40,000Nm/deg and dual Euro NCAP and ANCAP five-star safety certifications, it defies the stereotype that hardcore off-road vehicles must be bulky. Its "variable area + fixed area" design is compatible with a variety of power modules and suspension types, allowing a pickup truck to be transformed into an urban SUV, an off-road weapon, or a commercial truck.

Starbridge Architecture

The "Mountain and Sea Undercarriage" system makes off-roading smarter and more comfortable. This system integrates 12 all-terrain modes and an intelligent escape function, along with a 540-degree transparent chassis and off-road AI navigation, allowing even novice off-roaders to easily navigate complex terrain. The front and rear decoupled independent suspension, combined with secondary vibration isolation technology, improves vibration isolation by 32%, significantly reducing off-road bumps while maintaining a balanced balance of maneuverability and ride comfort.

The "Nebula Cockpit," powered by the "1+X+N" intelligent architecture, elevates pickup trucks from a means of transportation to a "smart mobile terminal." The central domain controller supports full-vehicle OTA updates, enabling vehicle-road collaboration and automated trailer parking. Integration with leading domestic ecosystems such as Tencent and AutoNavi enables scenario-based features like cargo hold monitoring and drone integration, redefining the pickup truck's "mobile space" attributes.

SAIC Maxus 2026 Star Pickup Truck Family Launched

From technological breakthroughs to comprehensive application scenarios, the launch of the 2026 Star Pickup family and Star Stack platform represents more than just a product iteration; it redefines the value of pickup trucks. Leveraging SAIC Maxus' global market experience, this launch will propel China's pickup truck industry from "scale output" to "technology output," ushering in a new era of "all-scenario freedom" for Chinese pickup trucks.