South Africa next? iCaur details new Long Range V27 in China
The new energy vehicle division of Chery is yet to announce whether the Long Range V27 will be offered in South Africa.
iCaur has unveiled the Long Range V27, a long-range electric variant of the dual-motor all-wheel drive V27, set to make its debut in China's market before year-end. The primary difference between the two models is the larger battery pack, the Long Range V27 boasting a 51.2-kWh unit compared to the regular V27's 34.3-kWh pack. This upgrade allows the Long Range V27 to travel up to 300 km on a full charge, as certified by China's CLTC standards, a significant increase from the regular V27's 200 km all-electric range.
The turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine, providing 105kW/220Nm of power, remains unchanged and functions as a generator for the electric hardware. Despite the larger battery, the Long Range V27 maintains the same power and torque figures as the regular V27, delivering 339kW/505Nm. The car's overall design, including the interior, is expected to remain the same as that of the standard range model.
However, the Long Range V27 is anticipated to come with a higher price tag compared to its sibling. As of now, iCar South Africa, known as iCaur, has not yet given the green light for the Long Range V27, focusing on the standard V27 and the range-extending 03T REEV before the end of the year. An official announcement is expected in the new year once sales of the standard V27 have begun.
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