iCAR V27 2026 200km AWD Falcon 500 Vehicle Profile: A Family-Ready New Hardcore SUV for City and Off-Road
Model Overview
The iCAR V27 is a mid-to-large, hardcore-style range-extended SUV from China's iCAR brand (under Chery's NEV arm), built around a "New Hardcore for Families" positioning. It launched in March 2026 and is widely seen as Chery's sharp response to the earlier V23's softer sales.
The V27 carries Chery's "Super Golden Range-Extended" system and the i-SWIFT Rain Swallow Platform 2.0, offered in several trims including the 200km AWD Falcon 500/700 and the 210km RWD Falcon 500. Officially it has crossed the N39 line of the Taklamakan Desert and holds a CATARC L3 off-road certification, balancing hardcore styling with family comfort.
Design-wise, the V27 adopts a "future-classic" language: a body over 5 meters, a near 1:1 width-to-height ratio, and upright A-pillars build a rugged boxy silhouette. The Interstellar Porthole dual sunroof (99.9% UV rejection), a "starship" cockpit, and a 23-speaker Yamaha audio system elevate the cabin. On the smarter side, the higher trims use a Horizon Journey 6P chip with the HSD full-scenario assisted-driving system, supporting city/highway NOA.
The V27's core idea is to solve range anxiety for hardcore-SUV buyers with EREV: clean EV commuting in the city, anxiety-free range on the highway, and a blend of off-road capability with family comfort.
You can explore the exterior and interior in detail through this video:
Core Specifications (Main Model Only)
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Specification
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iCAR V27 2026 200km AWD Falcon 500
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Body Style
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Mid-to-large SUV, 5 doors / 5 seats
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Powertrain
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Range-extended (EREV/PHEV)
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Drivetrain
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Dual-motor AWD (front async + rear PMSM)
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Combined Motor Power
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335 kW (about 455 hp)
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Peak Torque
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505 N·m
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Range-Extender Engine
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Chery 1.5T (115kW/156 hp, 45.79% efficiency)
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Battery Type
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LFP (34.3 kWh, CATL)
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EV Range (CLTC)
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200 km
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Combined Range (CLTC)
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1200 km+
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Charging Time
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DC 30%-80% ~17 min; AC ~3.5 h
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Energy Consumption
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~1.54 L/100km (WLTC, charged)
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Depleted-Battery Fuel Use (CLTC)
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~7.2 L/100km
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Top Speed
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180 km/h
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0-100 km/h
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~5.5 s
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Dimensions (L×W×H)
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5055 × 1976 × 1894 mm
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Wheelbase
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2910 mm
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Ground Clearance
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220 mm
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Trunk Volume
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715 L (up to 1818 L folded)
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Chassis/Suspension
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Unibody; MacPherson front / H-arm multi-link rear (optional MRC)
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Tire Size
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265/45 R21 (rear-mounted full-size spare)
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Fuel Tank
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~60 L (92 octane)
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Maintenance & Service: Vehicle warranty 5 years/120,000 km; first-owner lifetime warranty on the three-electric system (subject to official terms). EREV maintenance is simpler than a gasoline SUV but includes periodic engine oil/filter service.
Subsidies/Policies: EREV/PHEV incentive programs vary by country/region and change frequently; refer to the latest local government rules and the IEA Global EV Policy Explorer.
Three Highlights & Three Caveats
Highlight 1: Truly Big Space
With a body over 5 meters long and a 2,910mm wheelbase, the V27 is a genuine mid-to-large SUV. The flat rear floor, rear legroom over 950mm, and interior height of about 1,357mm pair with rear seats that fold flat into a 1,818L square-loading space—add the optional mattress and it becomes a 2,150×1,050mm bed. Around 50 storage points and a 69.9% space-efficiency ratio make it effortless for family use.
Highlight 2: Range-X Confidence from EREV
The 1.5T range-extender engine achieves 45.79% thermal efficiency, generating about 3.71 kWh per liter of fuel, running on 92-octane petrol with a large 60L tank. With 200km of CLTC pure-electric range and 1200km+ combined range, plus stable 140km/h cruising even when the battery is depleted, long trips carry no range anxiety.
Highlight 3: Hardcore AWD Meets Comfortable Chassis
The AWD version delivers 335kW (about 455 hp) of combined motor power and 505 N·m of peak torque with a 5-second 0-100 km/h time. It pairs a MacPherson front / H-arm multi-link rear with an optional MRC magneto-rheological suspension, offering a 28° approach angle, 26° departure angle, 220mm ground clearance, 600mm wading depth, and an 8+X all-terrain mode with tank turn and crawl mode. It handles light off-road and camping while keeping a refined on-road ride.
Caveat 1: Shorter Pure-Electric Range
The 200km CLTC pure-electric range sits in the middle of the EREV pack—fine for daily commutes, but "a week of EV commuting without refueling" really needs a home charger; frequent long hauls lean more on the engine.
Caveat 2: Infotainment Software Needs Work
Some owners say the infotainment system needs optimization—a number of apps can't be installed or uninstalled, and improvements are expected via future OTA.
Caveat 3: Unibody Has Its Limits
The V27 uses a unibody (not body-on-frame) construction, which is great for on-road comfort and light off-road but caps its capability for rock-crawling and extreme off-road.
Ownership Costs & Service
Warranty: 5 years/120,000 km vehicle warranty; first-owner lifetime three-electric-system warranty (subject to official terms).
Maintenance Cost: An EREV adds a 1.5T engine over a pure EV, requiring periodic oil/filter changes, though at a low frequency. Total cost of ownership stays below comparable gasoline SUVs but slightly above a pure EV.
Charging Cost: At a global average residential rate of about USD 0.17/kWh:
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Pure-EV operation at roughly 20-21kWh/100km ≈ USD 3.5-3.6 per 100 km
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For ~10,000 km/year on pure EV with a 15,000 km/year total, electricity runs about USD 350-360/year
Fuel Supplement: On long trips or when depleted, the 1.5T engine (45.79% efficiency, ~3.71 kWh per liter) delivers about 1.54L/100km combined (WLTC charged) and about 7.2L/100km (CLTC) when depleted.
Charging Performance: 30%-80% fast charge in about 17 minutes on a 400V platform, with external power output support for outdoor camping.
Subsidies & Policies by Country (source: IEA Global EV Policy Explorer):
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Country/Region
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Example EREV/PHEV Incentive
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Note
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China
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Some purchase-tax/license incentives
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Confirm latest local policy
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Some European countries
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Low-emission tax incentives
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Rules and thresholds vary
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North America
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Some PHEV tax credits
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Subject to model/price eligibility
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Exact subsidy amounts and conditions depend on the latest policy in the vehicle's registration region.
Competitors Comparison
Looking at base specs, the iCAR V27 stands out among this EREV SUV group with its 5,055mm length, near 1:1 width-to-height ratio, and boxy hardcore silhouette—and it is the only dual-motor AWD model here. The Leapmotor C16 (4,925mm) and Dongfeng eπ 008 (5,002mm, longest 3,025mm wheelbase) lean toward family space, while the Nissan NX8 (4,870mm) is more compact. On power, the V27's 335kW AWD clearly leads with a 5.5s 0-100 time; on pure-EV range, the C16's larger 38.9kWh battery leads, while the V27's 200km EV + 1200km combined range targets a "short-range EV, long-range EREV" balance. Overall, the V27's core strengths are the segment's rare AWD + hardcore capability (220mm clearance, 28° approach, tank turn) combined with a large family cabin.
Configuration Comparison Table:
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Dimension
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iCAR V27 2026 200km AWD Falcon 500
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Leapmotor C16 2027 EREV 280 Zunxiang 5-Seat
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Nissan NX8 2026 EREV 150 Pro
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Dongfeng eπ 008 2026 EREV Ultra 5-Seat
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Energy Type
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Range-extended
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Range-extended
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Range-extended
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Range-extended
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Combined Motor Power
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335 kW (~456 hp)
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200 kW (272 hp)
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195 kW (265 hp)
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200 kW (272 hp)
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Peak Torque
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505 N·m
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360 N·m
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310 N·m
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340 N·m
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Motor Layout
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Front + rear (dual AWD)
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Rear single motor
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Rear single motor
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Rear single motor
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Battery Type
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LFP (CATL)
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LFP (Gotion/CATL-affil.)
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LFP (Yundun/Rept)
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LFP (CALB)
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Battery Capacity
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34.3 kWh
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38.9 kWh
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21.1 kWh
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34.32 kWh
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EV Range (CLTC)
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200 km
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280 km
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150 km
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202 km
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Combined Range (CLTC)
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1200 km+
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1230 km
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1320 km
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220 km (screenshot value)
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Fast Charge
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30%-80% ~17 min
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30%-80% ~16 min
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30%-80% ~16.8 min
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30%-80% ~15 min (3C)
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Range-Extender
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1.5T/156 hp
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1.5L/95 hp
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1.5T/148 hp
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1.5T/147 hp
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WLTC Combined Fuel Use
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~1.54 L/100km
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~0.56 L/100km
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~1.13 L/100km
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~5.79 L/100km (screen value)
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0-100 km/h
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~5.5 s
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~8.3 s
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~7.2 s
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~5.79 s
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Top Speed
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180 km/h
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180 km/h
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180 km/h
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180 km/h
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Dimensions (L×W×H)
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5055×1976×1894mm
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4925×1905×1770mm
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4870×1920×1680mm
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5002×1972×1732mm
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Wheelbase
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2910 mm
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2825 mm
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2917 mm
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3025 mm
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Ground Clearance
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220 mm
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175 mm
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124 mm
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Seats
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Trunk Volume
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715 L (1818L folded)
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~582-2077 L
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~512 L
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~495 L
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Front/Rear Suspension
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MacPherson/H-arm (opt. MRC)
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MacPherson/Multi-link
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MacPherson/Multi-link
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MacPherson/Multi-link
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Front Tire
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265/45 R21
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235/55 R20
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235/55 R19
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265/45 R21
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Spare Tire
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Rear-mounted full-size
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Off-Road Features
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Tank turn, crawl mode
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ADAS Level
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L2 (highway NOA/Falcon 500)
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L2 (full-speed ACC)
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L2 (full-speed ACC)
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L2
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Camera System
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360° + transparent image
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360° + transparent image
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360°
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360° + transparent image
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Center Display
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Large 2.5K screen
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Large 2.5K screen
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15.6" + passenger screen
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2.5K screen
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Vehicle Chip
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Qualcomm 8295P
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Qualcomm 8295
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Qualcomm 8295
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Qualcomm 8295
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Audio
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Yamaha 23 speakers
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14 speakers
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7.1.2-channel
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Wireless Charging
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Front 50W
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Front 50W
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Front 50W
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Front 50W
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Vehicle Warranty
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5yr/120k km
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4yr/120k km
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6yr/150k km
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3yr/100k km
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Three-Electric Benefit
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First-owner lifetime
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First-owner lifetime
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First-owner lifetime
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Among these four EREV SUVs, the iCAR V27 offers the only dual-motor AWD and the strongest hardcore capability (455 hp, 220mm clearance, tank turn), while its 5-meter body ensures a large family cabin—a balanced "city + off-road" pick. If you want a bigger battery and longer pure-EV range for a commute-first lifestyle, the Leapmotor C16's 280km EV range leads; the eπ 008's 3,025mm wheelbase stands out for passenger space; and the Nissan NX8 offers a more compact package with the longest combined range (1,320km).
Expert Test Drive (Professional Media Views)
Pros
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Powerful AWD performance: 335kW dual-motor AWD with a 5.5s sprint, plus tank turn, crawl mode, and 8+X all-terrain modes, give it segment-leading off-road ability among EREV SUVs at this price.
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Comfort-meets-off-road chassis: MacPherson front / H-arm multi-link rear with optional MRC magneto-rheological suspension adjusts damping in real time—refined on road yet capable off-road.
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High space efficiency: 69.9% space efficiency, 950mm rear legroom, and 1,818L folded load space suit both family and outdoor use; the 1,350mm interior height keeps the cabin airy.
To Improve
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Shorter pure-EV range: 200km of EV range is mid-pack; "a week of pure-EV commuting" really needs a home charger.
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Infotainment software needs work: Some owners report fewer apps and some can't be uninstalled; OTA improvement is awaited.
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Unibody off-road ceiling: Without body-on-frame construction, hardcore rock-crawling reliability is limited.
Real-World Test Scenarios
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Pure-EV Range Test: A media test of the 21-inch-wheel variant measured ~200km of CLTC pure-EV range; the XCX range series confirmed the 34.3kWh battery delivers 200km. Source: media range tests.
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Long-Range & Depleted Cruising: Official and test material show the V27 cruises steadily at 140km/h even when depleted, with 1200km+ combined range. Source: Xinhua launch report and official data.
Real Owner Reviews
Positive Feedback
Space & Family Practicality
Summary: A body over 5 meters with rear seats that fold into a bed—spacious and very family-friendly.
"(Reference) Rear seats fold to a 1,818L square-loading space that becomes a large bed with the optional mattress—great for camping trips."
No Range Anxiety from EREV
Summary: EV commuting plus EREV generation—saves fuel daily and removes long-trip worry.
"200km of pure-EV range is enough for my daily commute, and on long trips the range-extender generates power, so I never stress about charging."
AWD & Capability
Summary: Strong AWD, good capability, and it handles light off-road and camping with ease.
"The AWD has plenty of power, is stable on gravel and dirt, and tank turn is really handy in tight spots."
Negative Feedback
Shorter Pure-EV Range
Summary: If pure-EV range hit 300km it would be a hit; 200km needs more frequent charging.
"Pure-EV range is a bit short—if it were 300km with a ~40L tank it would be an instant hit."
Infotainment Needs Optimization
Summary: Fewer apps, some can't be removed—experience awaits OTA improvement.
"The infotainment needs optimization; many apps aren't available and can't be uninstalled. Waiting for OTA to see how it improves."
References
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Global Petrol Prices (2025). World Average Electricity Prices, USD / kWh. Retrieved from https://www.globalpetrolprices.com/electricity_prices/
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IEA. Global EV Policy Explorer. Retrieved from https://www.iea.org/data-and-statistics/data-tools/global-ev-policy-explorer
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Xinhua: "New Hardcore for Families" iCAR V27 Launch Retrieved from https://www.news.cn/auto/20260314/77b93d480e984a60b71d8cc5be7bd9c7/c.html
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iCAR Official: iCAR V27 Configurations Retrieved from https://www.icarglobal.com/zh/carview/iCARV27
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ifanr: Switching to EREV to Fix a Weakness: iCAR V27 Retrieved from https://www.ifanr.com/1656597
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XCX (New Mobility): Range Test Ep.75: iCAR V27 EV Range, Fuel Use & Charging Retrieved from https://www.xchuxing.com/article/167669
