On August 29, 2025, the 28th Chengdu International Auto Exhibition grandly took place, where the SAIC Maxus RV family unveiled three strategic models: the new Journey Beyond Living Home, Voyager Starship, and 2026 Traveler Camping Edition. These models are precisely tailored to meet the travel and residence needs of high-end players, off-road enthusiasts, and young families, redefining the “freedom boundary” of travel life.
The products hit the mark, and the prices are genuinely attractive. The starting price for the Class C Double Expansion version of the new Journey Beyond Living Home is 729,800 RMB, while the Class B version starts at 551,800 RMB; the Voyager Starship has a starting guide price of 418,800 RMB; the 2026 Traveler Camping Edition has a guide price starting at 139,800 RMB. Special offers are available during the Chengdu Auto Show!
New Journey Beyond Living Home: A Super Hybrid RV, Setting a New Benchmark for Luxurious Wilderness Travel
As a “super hybrid RV,” the new Journey Beyond Living Home is designed for an upscale, in-depth travel experience, equipped with the industry-first “Stellar Hybrid DH Power System” and the “world’s first super hybrid light commercial vehicle” chassis from the new Journey Beyond. This chassis is developed forwardly based on data from tens of thousands of users and validated over 30 months with passenger car-level NVH testing, providing the new Journey Beyond Living Home with the strongest power, longest range, highest load, and massive electric power.
In terms of power and electricity, the Stellar Super Hybrid DH system revolves around a “2.0T diesel hybrid dedicated engine + dual-motor power split hybrid transmission,” delivering a combined power output of 280kW and a peak torque of 798N·m. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 13.2 seconds, with no power loss even at high altitudes. The vehicle offers a combined C-WTVC range exceeding 1000km and a C-WTVC fuel consumption as low as 8.7L/100km when running out of energy. On long downward slopes, regenerative energy recovery further charges the battery. For living experiences, one tank of fuel can be converted into 285 kWh of electricity, plus 27 kWh for daily use, totaling 312 kWh, supporting a 7-day “off-camp” requirement. The interior expands to 14 m² with dual side and rear expansions, while E0-level eco-friendly materials are used and detoxified over 180 days, allowing immediate “move-in” upon delivery.
Voyager Starship: All-Terrain 4WD Off-Road RV, a Performance Beast for Both City and Wilderness
The Voyager Starship breaks the limitations of off-road RVs with its “city and wilderness” capability. When the roof is lowered, the vehicle height is below 2.2 meters, allowing easy access to underground parking lots and height-restricted roads, offering commuting flexibility comparable to SUVs; when the roof is elevated, the living cabin has a net height of 2 meters, accommodating two fixed double beds, and supporting a 40-inch screen projection and a 270° panoramic front window for stargazing at night. The vehicle is equipped with a top 2.0T diesel engine recognized by “China’s Heart,” paired with the luxury-specific ZF 8AT transmission to maintain stable power output even on unpaved roads. The all-terrain intelligent adaptive 4WD system, coupled with two differential locks and large AT tires, easily tackles extreme terrains such as mud, sand, and rocks. Moreover, the leading 48V power system allows rapid charging both during driving and idle parking, ensuring worry-free electricity and expanding the “camping radius.”
2026 Traveler Camper Edition: Your First Camping Vehicle for Both Commute and Leisure
The 2026 Traveler Camper Edition is designed as “Your First Camping Vehicle,” with a length of under 5 meters and a height of less than 2.1 meters, making it easy to access parking garages and blending daily commute with weekend camping perfectly. The interior features a “5-seater, 2-bed horizontal arrangement,” which can seamlessly convert into a double bed. With a 6.9m³ capacity and a rooftop rack with a 100kg load, it caters to a small family’s sleeping and gear-carrying needs. Powered by the upgraded SAIC π 2.0T diesel engine partnered with a ZF 9AT transmission, the vehicle ensures smooth starts, seamless gear shifts, and outstanding fuel economy. Features like the roof-mounted air conditioner, Webasto diesel heater, and 16L vehicle fridge make winter and summer camping, as well as food preservation, more convenient. 
As China’s leading RV chassis company, MAXUS not only introduces three strategic models but also enhances its ecosystem through the “Transformation Enterprise Alliance” by empowering partners with three energy forms: fuel, super hybrid, and pure electric. This alliance now covers full scenarios of deep travel, off-road, and camping. The RV alliance is more than just a connection between manufacturers; it’s a link between MAXUS and each player. Users can submit customization requests via the alliance channels, and by relying on MAXUS’s standardized chassis and enterprise expertise, they can bring to life their personalized vision of a “mobile home.” Furthermore, over 300 nationwide after-sales service points are available for alliance models, ensuring comprehensive after-sales support whether you’re vacationing in Hainan, traveling the 318 Sichuan-Tibet route, or camping around the Pearl River Delta. Wherever there’s a MAXUS RV, service assurance is also there.
As the leading company in China’s RV industry, MAXUS has maintained its top market share for several consecutive years. With a global R&D system and manufacturing prowess, MAXUS’s RV products will continue to iterate, advancing China’s RV market from domestic leadership to global competitiveness, offering more users a new experience of all-scenario, free travel.
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