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It's as if Chery aimed to enhance technology with a sporty touch, and they've succeeded admirably. The dashboard needs a central control display complete with gold colored air conditioner fans at the base. Minimalism takes center stage here with physical buttons - the true epitome of "less is more". Turning our attention to the exterior, the iCar 03 presents itself as an off-road vehicle with substantial gray plastic bumpers, a flat windscreen and a raised bonnet movement. The distinctive running lights even form an 'i', which does nothing to the car's identity. That power and sleek looks are in full demand in China's automotive landscape, making Chery's move a bold strategic move. The overall design of the iCAR 03 is square-shaped, with short overhangs and a four-door layout. The car uses a steel-aluminum hybrid body structure. Notable exterior details include a roof rack, sunroof, five-spoke wheels and a square-shaped exterior storage box. Moving on to the interior, the iCAR 03's design language follows the aesthetics of the exterior. It adopts a square design with straight lines as distinctive elements, complemented by metallic accents and creates a sense of technological sophistication in the cabin. In terms of size, the iCar 03 is no small competitor. It is 226 mm longer than the Hyundai Kona, measuring 4,406 mm in length, 1,910 mm in width and 1,715 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,715 mm. Inside, it comfortably seats five passengers and boasts a curb weight of 1,775 kg to 1,800 kg, depending on the wheel size chosen. Under the hood, the iCar 03 features an LFP battery sourced from globally renowned battery manufacturer CATL. Although the exact capacity of the battery remains a mystery, Chery indicated an effective range of up to 500 km, giving potential buyers enough confidence. The front-axle electric motor is a solid 135 kW (184 hp) unit carefully developed by Qida, a subsidiary of Chery Group. While it won't break any land speed records at 150 km/h, it won't break the bank either. Chery has already secured government approval for another iCar model, leaving us in doubt about its specs. However, they did tempt us with the return of the iconic "i" logo.
The iCar brand, which mainly targets young buyers, has ambitious plans to launch seven different models in the future, including the sporty iCar GT. The 4WD version boasts i-ROAD intelligent electronic four-wheel drive and 8+X all-terrain driving modes (Eco/Comfort/Sport/Special/Snow/Mud/Sand/Gravel/All-terrain), allowing users to switch flexibly. about road conditions and personal preferences. In Custom mode, throttle response, energy recovery and steering mode can be customized offering up to 30 driving mode combinations. Notably, both driving modes and off-road assistance functions can be controlled by voice, which adds a high level of intelligence and convenience. The CheryEV iCAR 03 SUV EV has a solid body structure that exhibits commendable off-road capabilities. Unloaded, the car has a clearance of 200 mm, an approach angle of 28 °, a departure angle of 32 ° and a maximum depth of 600 mm in water. It adopts front MacPherson independent suspension and rear H-arm multi-link independent suspension, the H-arm is made of hollow aluminum for reduced weight and improved shock absorption on uneven surfaces. |