Chery’s Subsidiary AiMoga Launches Online Sales of Its Mornine M1 Humanoid Robot for $41,400

    Chinese automaker Chery is venturing deeper into the world of robotics. Its subsidiary, AiMoga, has now opened online sales for the Mornine M1 — a full-sized general-purpose humanoid robot — via its newly launched flagship store on JD.com.The listing went live on April 13, 2026, just days after the AiMoga Intelligent Robot JD.com Self-operated Flagship Store opened on April 2. Priced at 285,800 yuan (approximately $41,400), the M1 is positioned as an accessible entry into embodied AI for businesses and potentially tech enthusiasts.

   Key Specs of the Mornine M1

Height: 167 cm

Weight: 70 kg

Degrees of Freedom: 40 (excluding dexterous hands)

Max Walking Speed: 1 m/s

Arm Payload: Up to 1.5 kg per arm

Battery: 0.7 kWh — offering roughly 2 hours of operation after a 2-hour charge 

  The robot comes equipped with solid perception hardware: one 3D LiDAR, two depth cameras, one wide-angle camera, and four ultrasonic radars. It supports dual-hand collaborative tasks, can autonomously open car doors, and even allows VR-based remote operation. AiMoga envisions it being used for sales, reception, training, and other service-oriented roles.

  Deliveries are expected to begin after May 23, 2026, according to the product page.Alongside the humanoid, AiMoga is also offering the Argos X1 robotic dog at a more affordable 15,800 yuan (about $2,300), with stock anticipated after May 8.

   A Strategic Move for Chery’s Robotics Arm

    This online launch marks a significant step in AiMoga’s commercialization efforts. Last year, the company held an investment conference for the Chinese market and signed agreements with multiple dealers. For 2026, AiMoga plans to focus on six core products while building a robust domestic sales network that includes specialty stores, traditional auto 4S dealerships, and shopping mall experience centers.The strategy also incorporates flexible purchasing options like leasing and installment plans, backed by Chery’s Huishin financial system.

 Context in China’s Booming Humanoid Robot Market

  Chery isn’t alone in this space. Several major Chinese automakers are accelerating their robotics ambitions. Xpeng’s chairman He Xiaopeng recently mentioned that the company’s next-generation Iron humanoid robot is on track for mass production by the end of 2026, while GAC aims for small-batch production of its GoMate robot this year.According to industry reports, China’s humanoid robot market is projected to see strong growth in 2026, with the sector entering a key commercialization phase in the second half of the year.Whether the Mornine M1 becomes a practical tool for everyday service roles or remains a high-end novelty for now, its availability on one of China’s biggest e-commerce platforms signals that humanoid robots are inching closer to real-world consumer and business adoption.