A new Chinese SUV with a boxy, rugged silhouette is about to hit its domestic market. Off-road swagger, an electric motor backed by a range extender, and broad versatility on offer—all at a price that’s fairly approachable. Chery has pegged the launch date for November 19, 2026 in China. Pre-sales kicked off on October 19 to gauge interest in this newcomer. It’s sure to catch the eye of drivers who are increasingly turning to Chinese SUVs with bold styling.
Behind this project stands Chery, via its young iCar brand dedicated to electric and electrified SUVs with a cubical look. This range-extender model becomes the second in the lineup after the larger V27 launched in March 2026. It slots between the compact V23 and its big brother. The newcomer carries the name Chery iCar V25, also marketed as the iCaur V25 in certain markets. And behind that name lies the specs and the rugged appearance signaling an SUV ready to venture beyond city limits.
Chery iCar V25: Launch Date Set and a Range Already Structured
The rollout for the Chery iCar V25 has picked up speed in recent months on the Chinese market. The range-extender SUV was revealed for the first time at the Chengdu Auto Show in mid-August 2026. Pre-sales kicked off on October 19, even before the exact launch date was announced. Chery ultimately confirmed the date on November 4, setting showroom arrival for November 19, 2026.
Four versions are planned for this SUV, two rear-wheel drive and two all-wheel drive. Chery thus offers the V25 in two- or four-wheel-drive configurations, all sharing the same range-extender powertrain. In pre-sales, pricing ranges from 139,800 to 175,800 yuan, depending on trim level and drivetrain. That translates to roughly €18,000 to €23,000 at current rates. The entry V25 undercuts the Jetour Traveller 7 C-DM plug-in hybrid, which is more expensive, by about 13,100 yuan.
Engineering, Range, and Interior Life of the Chery iCar V25
Mechanically, the V25 uses an EREV architecture, pairing a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine rated at 115 kW as a generator. Output climbs to 185 kW and 300 Nm in front-drive, and to 335 kW and 505 Nm with all-wheel drive. The 33.67 kWh LFP battery enables up to 150 km of WLTC electric range in front-drive and 145 km in AWD. In CLTC, Chery quotes 210 km in front-drive, 200 km in AWD, and up to 1,240 km of combined range. The battery supports up to 90 kW DC fast charging, and moving from 30% to 80% takes about 15 minutes.
On the off-road front, the V25 offers 197 mm of ground clearance, a 30° approach angle, and 600 mm of wading depth. The chassis uses a unibody structure, with MacPherson struts at the front and an independent multi-link rear axle. The V25 includes a 6 kW V2L (vehicle-to-load) function and can tow up to 1,800 kg. The rear hatch incorporates an exterior storage trunk of 22.7 liters. Inside, a 15.4-inch central display in 2.5K resolution dominates the dashboard. It’s paired with an 8-inch digital instrument cluster and runs on a Qualcomm QCM8538 chip. Connectivity includes 5G, Bluetooth 6.0, and compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Huawei HiCar. Depending on the trim, the front seats can offer heating, ventilation, and massage, while the passenger seat adds a footrest. The rear seats fold flat to create a bed, and there are 41 storage compartments. Some versions come with the Falcon 700+ Level 2 system, based on an Horizon Robotics Journey 6P chip. It provides city and highway assist features with avoidance up to 135 km/h, under driver supervision.
