A new electric SUV has recently been spotted being transported on a flatbed truck in India. Test cars are usually covered in heavy camouflage to hide their design, but this one was completely uncovered. Called the iCaur 03, it’s a 5-seater electric urban crossover, which will be introduced in India under the JSW Motor as part of its partnership with Chery.

While the recent sighting doesn’t necessarily mean the launch is imminent, it indicates that JSW-Chery is evaluating the model and carrying out testing, homologating and other preparations for the Indian market.

Battery, Range & Charging Time

In China, the iCaur 03 electric SUV is available with a 69.8kWh LFP (Lithium iron phosphate) battery pack paired with a dual motor setup and AWD drivetrain system. This setup delivers a combined power of 279bhp and 389Nm of torque. It offers a driving range of up to 418km on a full charge. The EV can be charged from 30 to 80% in just 30 minutes using an 80kW DC charger.

In select global markets, the 03 EV is offered with a 65.7kWh LFP battery pack paired with a 135kW rear motor and a 2WD drivetrain system. It offers a claimed NEDC range of 426km. It supports both 6.6kW AC charging and up to 80kW DC fast charging. Both battery versions also come with V2L (vehicle-to-load) capability.

Advanced Features

The iCaur 03 comes packed with several advanced features such as a larger 15.6-inch full HD touchscreen infotainment system powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 processor, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 9.2-inch digital instrument cluster, electrically adjustable front seats, ventilated front and rear seats, a larger panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, a 12-speaker Infinity audio system, 50W wireless charger, Level 2 ADAS and more.

Features such as an iROAD system with up to 10 selectable all-terrain drive modes, regenerative braking, MacPherson strut front suspension, H-arm multilink rear suspension, and a 540-degree camera enhance its off-road capabilities.

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