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As of December 2023, the Roewe E1 has not been officially announced as a series production vehicle. The Chinese automaker Roewe, a brand under the SAIC Motor Corporation, does not have a model named "E1" in its widely publicised product portfolio. It is possible that your inquiry may be a mix-up with another model (such as the Roewe Ei5 or MG E1) or an concept vehicle that was showcased in media but did not reach series production.

Design and Development

Design work for Roewe models is usually carried out by teams led by chief designers at SAIC Design. However, the names of specific designers or the design lead for a "Roewe E1" are not mentioned in official statements, media reports, or on the Roewe website.

SAIC Motor boasts an elite, internationally staffed design centre in Shanghai, which is responsible for many of the Roewe models. While a specific designer is not typically associated with individual models, this is the norm for most series vehicles.

What to Do if You're Interested in Details

Check the Model Name: Ensure the model's name is correct. If it's a concept vehicle or show car, it may only be mentioned in specialist media.
Official Channels: Visit the official Roewe website or contact the Roewe customer service for an official confirmation.
Automobile Media: Chinese and international automobile magazines or platforms such as CarNewsChina, Autohome, or Paultan.org might report on rare model variants.

A Look at the SAIC-Roewe Group's Electric Vehicles

In 2010, SAIC-Roewe unveiled the E1 concept car in Shanghai, showcasing their focus on the development and production of electric vehicles. This focus is also evident in the Roewe E1, Leaf, M7 PHEV, D6, and D7 models.

The E1's battery can be quickly charged to 80% in just 30 minutes. The Leaf concept, unveiled alongside the E1, is powered by solar energy, wind energy, and generates power when its wheels move due to wind, serving as an additional power source.

The M7 PHEV, an affordable electric vehicle, began pre-sale in 2013 at a price of 13,700 USD. The Roewe D6 set a new Guinness power consumption record for an electric vehicle in China.

The production of the E1 began in 2013, and it has a range of 135 kilometers and a top speed of 120 km/h. The Roewe D7 NEV sedan, launched in China, starts at 17,300 USD.

The E1, Leaf concept, and several other SAIC-Roewe electric vehicles were unveiled at various events, including the Expo 2010 in Shanghai and the Beijing Auto Show. The Beijing Auto Show 2010 was an event that the SAIC-Roewe group participated in.