Jetta M6 2026 prices, range and 555 Max vs Ultra differences

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Just 10,000 yuan separates the two upper versions of the new Jetta M6, both rated for 555 km on the Chinese CLTC cycle. The 555 Max and 555 Ultra share a 51.9 kWh battery and a 145 kW (197 hp) electric motor. Paying more therefore brings neither extra driving range nor more power: the difference lies mainly in driver-assistance technology and additional equipment.

On 22 October 2026, the Chinese FAW-Volkswagen Jetta brand announced final prices for its first electric car. The entry-level M6 465 Pro costs 79,800 yuan, the 555 Max 89,800 yuan and the 555 Ultra 99,800 yuan. Compared with pre-order prices announced on 28 September, both cheaper models dropped by 1,000 yuan, while the Ultra remained unchanged. These are Chinese-market prices, not confirmed export prices.

The basic M6 465 Pro has a 42.9 kWh battery and a 113 kW (154 hp) front electric motor. An extra 10,000 yuan for the 555 Max buys 9 kWh more battery capacity, 90 km more official CLTC range and 32 kW more motor output. Spending another 10,000 yuan on the 555 Ultra does not improve those figures, as its battery and drivetrain are identical to the Max.

The main reason to choose the 555 Ultra is a more advanced assistance suite using the Horizon Journey 6M chip. It includes navigation-assisted driving on city roads and highways, assisted lane changes, memorised parking routes and additional parking functions. Enhanced interior lighting, front-seat massage and extra power adjustments are also offered. NOA remains a driver-assistance system: the person behind the wheel must keep monitoring the road.

Jetta also announced launch benefits with a combined advertised value of up to 26,000 yuan. However, the package combines different programmes, including trade-in incentives, financing offers and services. It should not be interpreted as an automatic 26,000-yuan discount on every M6: actual savings depend on a buyer’s eligibility and purchase terms.

For now the electric Jetta M6 is aimed at China. Although Jetta-branded cars can already be found for sale in Russia, the company has announced no official Russian deliveries of this electric sedan. Buyers in China therefore face a straightforward choice: the less expensive 555 Max offers the same 555 km CLTC rating, while the pricier 555 Ultra adds electronic assistance and comfort features rather than extra range.