Upcoming JSW Motors Chery iCar V23- What To Expect? » MotorOctane

JSW Motors is all set to bring in some new technology into the mainstream Indian automotive space. Yes, we are talking about the plug-in hybrid technology. And that’s not all; the new automaker will also target India’s rapidly growing EV market. Following that, industry reports suggest that JSW Motors is more likely to introduce the Chery iCar V23-based SUV as its second launch. Here is everything you need to know about-

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Looks- JSW Chery iCar V23

We are well aware that we Indians love our SUVs. For instance, have a look at the Toyota Fortuner; even with its hefty price tag and limited features, many of us will still buy it. And knowing this, JSW would continue with the mini-Defender-like silhouette of the Chery iCar V23 for their second SUV. The boxy design will be highlighted by the flat bonnet, squared-off wheel arches, a tiny external storage box and body cladding. Not to get too boxy in design, the iCar V23 also features circular headlamps. Finishing it all off with an overall length of about 4.2-metre and a width of 1.9-metre, the iCar V23-based SUV is expected to have a promising road presence.

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Interiors & Features-

Step inside the cabin, and you are greeted by a 15.4-inch infotainment screen. To give the iCar V23 a rugged yet retro finish, the automaker also offers retro dials and switches for the necessary controls, along with a minimalist steering wheel. However, the one old thing about the international spec iCar V23 is that it doesn’t offer an instrument cluster. You can access all the information you need directly from the central screen. The feature list includes a wireless charger, an ADAS suite, a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, and much more. Alongside this feature, you can also expect a 5-star safety rating.

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Powertrain-

As an EV, the Chery iCar V23-based JSW Motors SUV is expected to be offered with two battery packs- a 59.93kWh (134bhp & 180Nm) and an 81.76kWh (211bhp & 292Nm). The larger battery would be a feature alongside the dual-motor setup, enabling AWD. Both battery packs are expected to provide 300 to 550 km of claimed range for their respective variants. Also, with DC fast-charging support of about 104 kWh, this EV could be charged from 30% to 80% in under 45 minutes.

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Rivals-

With the launch of the Chery iCar V23-based SUV, JSW Motors is set to establish itself in the midsize electric SUV segment. The major contenders taking on the iCar V23 will be the Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6, Maruti e Vitara, MG ZS EV, VinFast VF6 and the latest Tata Sierra EV. It would be interesting to see how it performs against the already well-established rivals. Which one is your favourite?

Expected Launch & Pricing-

JSW Motors has already planned to launch its first-ever car in India by this upcoming festive season. Not just that, they have been spotted testing their upcoming for quite some time now. That said, we could expect JSW Motors’ second SUV, based on the Chery iCar V23, to launch by the end of 2026. To compete with well-established rivals, JSW Motors is expected to price its midsize SUV aggressively. This JSW Motors SUV is expected to be priced between Rs 17 lakh and Rs 27 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

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