Chinese carmaker Chery’s sub-brand iCaur has finally launched the V27 SUV in the UAE. It is now available in the Middle East along with two other SUVs. Check all details of the new iCaur V27 below.

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iCaur V27 - Design and dimensions

The overall silhouette of the V27 SUV resembles the Land Rover Defender 110. In fact, it competes with the Defender considering its size and dimensions.

Speaking of the design, it is loaded with oval LED headlights, a horizontal slat grille, rugged bumpers, flared wheel arches, bold cladding, a flat roofline, five-spoke black alloy wheels, and a side-opening tailgate.

In terms of dimensions, the iCaur V27 SUV measures as follows:

• Length - 4,850 mm
• Height - 1,820 mm
• Width - 1,950 mm
• Wheelbase - 2,950 mm
• Towing capacity - 1.6 tonnes

Interior and features of the iCaur V27

The iCaur V27 comes loaded with an ‘Interstellar Cockpit’, which offers a futuristic and clean design. The vertical dashboard has a big 15.4-inch floating infotainment screen, while the three-spoke steering wheel is complemented by the AR HUD.

The V27 is a five-seater SUV, and it offers plenty of space for the passengers, as it has a flat footboard and scooped front seats, which provide comfort and space to the rear passengers. Furthermore, buyers can opt for the rear passenger infotainment package that offers individual screens.

The cabin of the V27 is draped in two-tone leather upholstery, which can be opted for in the selected colour options. Meanwhile, the V27 comes loaded with a long list of features, which include the following:

• Panoramic sunroof
• Ambient lights
• 360-degree surround view
• Dual-tone seats
• Soft-touch leather upholstery
• 15.6-inch infotainment console
• 15.6-inch instrument cluster
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Wireless charging
• Electric seats with ventilation and heating
• Drive modes - Snow, Eco, Sport

Safety features of the iCaur V27

In addition to the solid construction and rigid chassis stability, the V27 is equipped with modern safety features, which include the following:

• Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
• Lane monitoring and departure warning
• Blind spot detection and intervention assist
• Adaptive cruise control
• Rear-cross traffic assist
• ISOFIX child seats
• Auto headlights
• Auto wipers

Engine specs and range

The iCaur V27 is equipped with a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine. This engine acts as a generator, which then powers the electric motors to drive the car.

Thus, the V27 is a range extender electric vehicle. This tech offers a maximum range upwards of 900 km (including the generator fuel). The pure EV range stands at 150 km, while it develops 449 bhp of peak power.

In terms of performance, the RWD version can touch a top speed of 170 km/h, while the AWD version can reach 180 km/h.

Price and variants of the iCaur V27

The V27 is available in two variants in the UAE: RWD and AWD. The company is yet to determine the prices for the Middle Eastern market.

However, the V27 SUV is globally priced at AED 103,000 - AED 132,000 (approximately). The pre-bookings for the V27 have commenced via the official retail outlets.

Cars24 UAE says

The new iCaur V27 has expanded the Chinese car portfolio in the UAE market. It offers a spacious cabin, along with luxury features and powerful engine performance. The EREV technology helps extract long-range, while its estimated pricing hints at a value-for-money product.

FAQs

1. What is the price of the iCaur V27 in the UAE?

The official price of the V27 SUV is yet to be determined in the UAE. However, its expected price range is AED 103,000-132,000.

2. What is the maximum range of the iCaur V27?

The V27 can offer up to 900 km of range on a single tank of fuel. Its EV-only range stands at 150 km (claimed).

3. Is iCaur V27 a reliable car?

The Chinese brands like the iCaur are moderately reliable. However, they lack long-term reliability, and their spare parts are steeply priced as well.