iCar V27. Credit: Chery Chery‘s iCar brand has officially launched the long-range version of its mid-to-large SUV, the iCar V27 (named iCaur V27 in international markets). The new model, which features an extended-range (EREV) powertrain, is available in two configurations with prices set at 189,800 yuan (28,300 USD) and 203,800 yuan (30,400 USD). Performance and capability The iCar V27 is powered by a 1.5T range-extender engine combined with a dual-motor system. The engine delivers a maximum power of 115 kW, while the dual-motor setup provides a combined output of 335 kW (449 hp). Equipped with a 51.2 kWh CATL LFP battery pack, the vehicle offers a pure electric CLTC range of 300 km (243 km WLTP). Current trims deliver 210 km CLTC (approximately 150 km WLTP) for rear-wheel drive and 200 km CLTC (approximately 145 km WLTP) for all-wheel drive. The SUV measures 5,055 mm in length, 1,976 mm in width, and 1,894 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,910 mm. It features a 24.5° approach/departure angle, a minimum ground clearance of 220 mm, and a maximum wading depth of 600 mm. The chassis utilises a front MacPherson strut suspension with reinforced tower struts and a rear H-arm multi-link structure, complemented by an MRC (Magnetorheological Control) suspension system. Side and rear of the V27. Design The V27 continues the brand’s “Future-Classic” design language. Its exterior features a narrow front grille, square light housings with circular LED light strips, and intelligent high-beam control. Inside, the “Interstellar Cockpit” features a 15.4-inch 2.5K central control screen and an 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster, all powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P chip (30 TOPS AI computing power). The infotainment system integrates an AI central model and DeepSeek, supporting four-zone voice recognition, wireless phone projection (CarPlay, HiCar, CarLink), and wired screen casting for gaming consoles. Comfort features include zero-gravity seats with ventilation, heating, and massage functions, as well as the “Sky Island” panoramic dual sunroof. According to iCar, the V27’s interior design recently received the “Best Interior Design Award” in the Premium Car Category at the 2026 Torino Automotive Design Award (TADA). Intelligence The vehicle is equipped with the “Super Falcon 700+” intelligent driving system, powered by the Horizon Robotics Journey 6P chip with 560 TOPS of computing power. The sensor suite includes one Hesai LiDAR, three millimetre-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic radars, two 8-megapixel cameras, and nine 3-megapixel cameras. It is the first model to feature Horizon Robotics’ HSD V2.1, supporting end-to-end autonomous driving. The interior of the iCar V27.