Chery
Chery is one of China’s largest vehicle exporters and has quickly established a foothold in Australia with its passenger and SUV range. The brand is now turning its attention to the 4WD segment with the KP31, a dual-cab ute due in Q4 2026 that will debut the world’s first plug-in hybrid diesel powertrain. Pairing a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel with electric assistance, the KP31 targets a 1000kg payload and 3500kg towing capacity while promising improved fuel economy and reduced vibration over conventional diesels, a notable technical statement of intent from a brand new to the ute space.
Key specs confirmed for Australia-bound Freelander 8
Chinese filings reveal full specs for the Chery-JLR Freelander 8, a large six-seat SUV targeting Australia in 2027
Australia’s PHEV 4×4 line-up: What’s available now and what’s coming soon
Australia’s PHEV 4×4 market is set to expand, with plug-in utes and SUVs on sale now and more models on the way
Chery KP31 Concept unveiled as world’s first PHEV diesel ute
Chery has revealed its KP31 concept, previewing the world’s first dual-cab ute with a plug-in hybrid diesel system
Chery’s Rely R08 EV pick-up launches in China; remains unconfirmed for Australia
The all-electric Rely R08 EV pickup launches in China, but an Australian release is still unconfirmed
iCaur V27 REEV debuts: New full-size hybrid SUV could come to Australia
Chery sub-brand reveals a full-size hybrid SUV designed for touring
Chery KP11 Off-Road concept previewed in China
Could another GWM and LDV rival be en-route to Australia?