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Chery’s iCAR V27 SUV Debuts With Advanced AI, AWD, 455 HP, Land Cruiser-Inspired Design and 1,200 km Range

Chery unveils the new iCAR V27 SUV with 455 hp, AI-powered tech, lidar ADAS and up to 1,230 km range. Prices start at 170,000 yuan.

Land Cruiser Styling, 455 hp, Advanced Driver Assistance, and AI — for just 197,000 yuan (2.3 million rubles). The iCAR V27 SUV has been unveiled and is coming to Russia.

The iCAR V27 SUV from Chery’s sub-brand officially premiered in China. The SUV is large, powerful, all-wheel drive, and packed with technology, yet priced similarly to a standard Toyota RAV4. The iCAR V27 is available in three trim levels, priced from 170,000 to 197,000 yuan (2.0–2.3 million rubles). It was previously reported that the iCAR V27 would arrive in Russia this year, though prices there will naturally be considerably higher.

The iCAR V27 features a bold, angular body with rugged SUV proportions. Its front end draws inspiration from the classic Land Cruiser 70 and Land Cruiser Prado 250, borrowing their signature round headlights. The model’s dimensions are 5,055 × 1,976 × 1,894 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,910 mm — longer than that of the Land Cruiser 300. Ground clearance is 220 mm, fording depth reaches up to 600 mm, and approach and departure angles are 24.5 degrees. The wheels are 21 inches.

The cabin features a 15.4-inch infotainment system powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P SoC with 30 TOPS of processing performance, matching the power found in the Chinese-market Toyota Highlander. The voice assistant runs on the DeepSeek AI model and supports voice command recognition across four cabin zones. CarPlay, HiCar, CarLink, and Nintendo Switch screen mirroring (via wired connection) are also available.

Equipment includes wireless smartphone charging, heated and ventilated front seats, driver’s seat memory, heated second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 15-speaker audio system (upgraded to 23 speakers in the top trim). Two panoramic sunroofs, ambient lighting, and additional connectivity options are also included.

                                                           Photo: Autohome / iCAR V27 SUV

Driver assistance systems vary by trim level. Base trims feature the Super Falcon 500 system with a Horizon Journey 6M chip delivering 128 TOPS, while the flagship trim features the Super Falcon 700+ system with lidar and the Horizon Journey 6P platform delivering 560 TOPS, including parking navigation and city and highway driving assist.

The powertrain consists of a 1.5-liter gasoline engine producing 156 hp that acts as a generator to charge the traction battery, paired with electric motors. The rear-wheel drive version uses a single motor producing 251 hp, while the all-wheel drive version delivers 455 hp combined. The traction battery has a capacity of 34.3 kWh, with a maximum electric range of 200–210 km. Total range is 1,230 km for the rear-wheel drive version and 1,200 km for the all-wheel drive version.

The vehicle also offers a range of capabilities suited for travel and outdoor use. It can support a 200 kg roof load, tow a trailer of up to 1.6 tons, and comes equipped with a built-in 220 V socket and an external power supply with a maximum output of 6 kW.

iCAR V27 SUV Interior Design
                                                                 iCAR V27 SUV Interior Design

Chery iCAR V27 – Full Features & Specifications Table

Category Details
Model iCAR V27
Brand Chery (iCAR Sub-Brand)
Vehicle Type Large Hybrid / Range-Extended Electric SUV
Seating Capacity 5 passengers
Body Style Rugged off-road style SUV
Price (China) 170,000 – 197,000 yuan
Expected Global Markets China, Russia and other export markets

Dimensions & Size

Specification Details
Length 5,055 mm
Width 1,976 mm
Height 1,894 mm
Wheelbase 2,910 mm
Ground Clearance 220 mm
Approach Angle ~23–24.5°
Wading Depth Up to 600 mm
Wheel Size Up to 21 inches

The large body and long wheelbase place the V27 in the mid-to-large off-road SUV category, offering generous interior space and improved off-road capability.

Powertrain & Performance

Specification Details
Powertrain Type Range-Extended Hybrid (EREV)
Engine 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine
Engine Output ~105 kW (≈141–156 hp)
Motor Setup Single motor (RWD) / Dual motor (AWD)
RWD Power ~248–251 hp
AWD Power Up to 335 kW (≈449–455 hp)
0–100 km/h About 5 seconds (AWD)
Top Speed Around 180 km/h
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive / All-Wheel Drive

The combustion engine works only as a generator, while the wheels are powered by electric motors.

Battery & Range

Specification Details
Battery Type Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP)
Battery Capacity 20.6 kWh / 34.3 kWh
Electric Range (CLTC) Up to 200–210 km
Total Driving Range Over 1,000–1,230 km
Charging AC charging + DC fast charging
Fast Charging 20–80% in ~20 minutes

This setup allows the SUV to run daily commuting in EV mode while using the generator for long-distance travel.

Interior & Technology

Feature Details
Infotainment Screen 15.4-inch touchscreen
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P
AI System DeepSeek AI voice assistant
Voice Control 4-zone voice recognition
Smartphone Integration Apple CarPlay, Huawei HiCar, CarLink
Gaming Support Nintendo Switch screen mirroring
Audio System 15 speakers (23 speakers in top trim)
Wireless Charging Yes
Ambient Lighting Yes
Sunroof Dual panoramic sunroof

The infotainment system delivers about 30 TOPS computing performance, enabling advanced AI voice control and smart connectivity.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature Details
Front Seats Heated & ventilated
Rear Seats Heated
Driver Seat Memory function
Steering Wheel Heated
Climate Control Multi-zone
Interior Lighting Ambient lighting system
Storage Large cargo space with fold-flat seats

Driver Assistance & Safety

Feature Details
Base ADAS Super Falcon 500
Chip Horizon Journey 6M
Processing Power 128 TOPS
Advanced ADAS Super Falcon 700+
Lidar Available in top trim
Chip (High Trim) Horizon Journey 6P
Processing Power (High Trim) 560 TOPS
Functions Highway assist, city driving assist, parking navigation
Airbags Up to 7 airbags

These systems enable advanced navigation-assisted driving functions on highways and city roads.

Utility & Off-Road Features

Feature Details
Roof Load Capacity Up to 200 kg
Towing Capacity Up to 1.6 tons
External Power Supply 220 V outlet
Max External Output 6 kW
Off-Road Capability High ground clearance and AWD system

The external power system allows the SUV to power camping equipment, appliances, and outdoor gear.

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