JSW Chery eSUV Spotted Testing at Charging Station, Patent Filed in India
The upcoming JSW Chery eSUV has once again attracted attention in India after a test vehicle was spotted at a charging station. The sighting comes at a time when JSW Chery is preparing to expand its presence in the Indian electric vehicle market.
The company has also filed a patent for the model in India, adding more weight to its plans for the market. However, Chery and JSW have not yet revealed complete details about the upcoming electric SUV.
The latest development suggests that the model could be moving closer to its India debut, although the launch timeline remains unclear.
Expected Design Features of the JSW Chery eSUV
The upcoming JSW Chery eSUV is based on the Chery iCaur V23 and follows a boxy, upright design. The India-spec model appears largely similar to the international version, but the patent images show some changes.
It gets circular LED headlamps with integrated DRLs, a revised closed-off front grille and a chunky bumper. The side profile features flared wheel arches, side steps and a squared-off roofline.
The patent images also show a different alloy wheel design and a rectangular element between the C- and D-pillars. The rear largely retains the global model’s design.
The iCaur V23 measures around 4,220mm in length, 1,910mm in width and 1,845mm in height, with a 2,735mm wheelbase. These dimensions give the SUV its tall and upright stance. However, JSW Motors has not yet officially confirmed the final specifications or dimensions of the India-spec model.
JSW Chery eSUV will Give 501Km Range
The JSW Chery eSUV is expected to use an electric powertrain, but the company has not yet confirmed the final India-spec battery and motor details. The global Chery iCaur V23 gets different powertrain options depending on the market
The rear-wheel-drive version uses a single electric motor that produces 136hp and 180Nm. It gets a 59.93kWh battery and offers a claimed range of up to 401km under the CLTC cycle. The all-wheel-drive version uses two electric motors that deliver 211hp and 292Nm. It gets a larger 81.76kWh battery and offers up to 501km of claimed CLTC range.
Cabin of JSW Chery eSUV
The Chery iCaur V23 gets a modern cabin with a large central touchscreen, a digital driver display and a simple dashboard layout. The international model also offers connected-car features, wireless smartphone connectivity and a multifunction steering wheel. For the India-spec version, JSW Motors has not confirmed the final cabin specification yet.
In terms of safety, the global V23 offers features such as multiple airbags, ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, hill-start assist and a tyre-pressure monitoring system. Higher variants can also get advanced driver assistance features. However, JSW Motors is yet to confirm which safety and ADAS features will come with the India-spec eSUV.
Expected Price and Rivals
The JSW Chery eSUV could be priced at around Rs 18 lakh to Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom) in India, although JSW Motors has not confirmed the price yet. The electric SUV is expected to compete with models such as the Mahindra BE 6 and Hyundai Creta Electric. Its final positioning will depend on the India-spec battery, powertrain, features and equipment.
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