Chery sub-brand iCaur has officially hit the market in South Africa. Here’s what the fully electric iCaur V23 – offered in rear- and all-wheel-drive – will cost you…
- V23 pricing released as iCaur officially hits SA
- Local V23 range comprises pair of EV variants
- Rear-wheel-drive derivative priced at R520k
Chery sub-brand iCaur has officially joined the market in South Africa. While we’ve already brought you local pricing for the likewise unibody 03T , the Chinese new-energy vehicle marque has now announced prices for its similarly boxy iCaur V23.
At launch, the local V23 line-up comprises a pair of retro-styled yet fully electric derivatives. The V23 RWD is priced at R519 900 , while the V23 AWD costs a considerable R150 000 more at R669 900 .
The rear-driven variant offers peak outputs of 100 kW and 180 Nm from a single electric motor, resulting in a claimed 0-100 kph time of 11.0 seconds (and a top speed of 140 kph). The V23 RWD employs a 59.93 kWh battery pack offering a listed NEDC range of 360 km.
Meanwhile, the all-paw derivative adds a 2nd electric motor (so, there’s one on each axle), pushing maximum system outputs to 155 kW and 292 Nm. That, in turn, sees the claimed 0-100 kph time drop to 7.5 seconds, while top speed remains 140 kph. A larger, 81.8 kWh battery pack offers a listed NEDC range of 430 km.
Measuring 4 220 mm from front to rear, the iCaur V23 has a wheelbase of 2 735 mm. While the RWD version features a ground clearance of 205 mm, its AWD sibling’s figure comes in at 210 mm. From what we can tell, faux-leather upholstery ships standard in both, along with a 15.4-inch touchscreen and 6 airbags. Electrically adjustable front seats are also included, with ventilation in the RWD and adding heating in the AWD.
The V23 RWD comes with a reverse-view camera and 19-inch alloy wheels, while the AWD flagship upgrades to a 540-degree camera and 21-inch rims, plus an “off-road mode” and a raft of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features.
Watch our pre-launch review of the V23 below
What does the iCaur V23 cost in South Africa?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| iCaur V23 RWD | R519 900 |
| iCaur V23 AWD | R669 900 |
The prices above include an 8-year/200 000 km vehicle warranty, an 8-year/160 000 km battery warranty (for the first owner), a 5-year/100 000 km service plan and roadside assistance for 8 years or 200 000 km.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the pricing for the newly launched iCaur V23 range in South Africa?
A: The fully electric iCaur V23 launches with two derivatives in the local market. The entry-level, rear-wheel-drive iCaur V23 RWD is priced at R519 900, while the range-topping, all-wheel-drive iCaur V23 AWD is priced at R669 900.
Q: How do the performance and battery specifications compare between the RWD and AWD models?
A: The V23 RWD features a single electric motor producing 100 kW and 180 Nm, paired with a 59.93 kWh battery pack that offers a 360 km NEDC range and an 11.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The V23 AWD utilizes dual electric motors to deliver 155 kW and 292 Nm, dropping the 0-100 km/h sprint to 7.5 seconds, while a larger 81.8 kWh battery pack ups the listed NEDC range to 430 km.
Q: What standard equipment and key features are included on the iCaur V23?
A: Both models come standard with faux-leather upholstery, a 15.4-inch central touchscreen, and 6 airbags. The RWD model rides on 19-inch alloy wheels and includes a reverse-view camera, while the AWD variant steps up to 21-inch rims, a 540-degree camera system, a specialised off-road driving mode and a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
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