Chery plans to bring the iCAUR V27 Long Range to Europe, including Spain, in early 2027. The hybrid SUV carries a 51.2 kWh battery and claims 300 km of electric range on the Chinese CLTC cycle. Its 1.5 turbo petrol generator could push total range beyond the current version’s 1,230 km.
The V27 Long Range uses a large LFP battery from CATL, far bigger than the 34.3 kWh packs in earlier models. Chery is making a case for what range-extended electric vehicles can do in Europe. Independent sources estimate the V27 Long Range’s real-world WLTP electric range at 215 to 246 km. That is well below the optimistic CLTC figure, though still competitive for its class.
The V27 is hard to miss. It stretches 4.9 meters long, or 5.05 meters with the spare wheel. It is nearly 2 meters wide and almost 1.9 meters tall, making it the biggest iCAUR yet. The design nods to classic off-roaders: a squared body and round headlights, with large wheel arches framing a side-hinged tailgate. But it rides on a monocoque chassis and seats five, pairing old-school looks with a modern build.
Performance is just as bold. The all-wheel-lead V27 puts out up to 449 CV from its electric motors, while rear-wheel-lead versions offer 252 CV. The petrol engine works as a generator, keeping the battery charged and extending range far beyond that of most plug-in hybrids. Chery has not revealed the final European specifications.
Inside, Chery promises quality materials and tight assembly. The tech package varies by trim: Falcon 500 models use radar and cameras for driver assistance, while Falcon 700 adds roof-mounted LiDAR and a Horizon Robotics Journey 6P processor with 560 TOPS. The system provides navigation assistance in cities and on highways. Information from official statements, the V27 Long Range supports DC fast charging from 30% to 80% in 17 minutes and offers V2L (vehicle-to-load) capability up to 6 kW, twice the output of the previous version. CarNewsChina reports that these features come standard on the new model.
Chery’s European push is already underway. The V27 was developed with global markets in mind, and validation tests have taken place across Europe, including Germany. Romania will get the V27 first in a pre-launch phase, with commercial sales starting in early 2027. Italy and Spain are also on the list for that year. It remains unclear whether the Long Range version with the 51.2 kWh battery will be standard everywhere. Final specifications for Europe have not been disclosed.
Chinese automakers are expanding their presence in Europe. Recent launches from other brands show the push for aggressive pricing and new tech. Chery wants to join them.
The V27 pairs a large battery with off-road capability, while its interior leans heavily on technology. Chery is targeting European drivers looking beyond a typical SUV, with Spain a priority for the rollout. That reflects local demand for large electrified vehicles suited to city and country roads. If Chery delivers, the iCAUR V27 could force rivals to rethink what buyers expect from a hybrid SUV. Range and versatility still matter here.
