Chery’s ‘KP31’ Diesel PHEV Ute Is Finally Coming to New Zealand
The world’s first diesel plug-in hybrid ute is heading Kiwi-side, and it’s set to shake up the dual-cab market. After months of anticipation, Chery has confirmed what Antipodean ute enthusiasts have been waiting to hear: the highly anticipated KP31 is officially coming to New Zealand. The production model will touch down in Q1 2027, arriving […]
Chery unveils KP31 Ute Concept – A Diesel PHEV Ute World First
Chery has pulled the covers off what may be one of the most disruptive entrants the Australian ute market has seen in years, the KP31 ute concept. Revealed at the brand’s hybrid showcase event in Sydney, the KP31 arrives not just as another dual‑cab hopeful but as the world’s first ute to pair a diesel […]
Chery adds petrol-power to their 7 seater Tiggo 8 SUV
Chery is continuing its rapid rise in the New Zealand market with the arrival of the new petrol‑powered Tiggo 8, a luxury‑leaning 7‑seat SUV that promises big space, big features, and big value. Landing in dealerships this month, the Tiggo 8 joins the brand’s expanding local line‑up in two generously equipped grades (Urban and Ultimate) […]
More Fuel added to Chery Tiggo 7’s fire in NZ
Chery New Zealand has added serious momentum to its SUV offensive with the arrival of two new petrol-powered Tiggo 7 variants, broadening the appeal of one of the brand’s fastest-growing nameplates. With sharp pricing, generous specification, and the same modern design flair seen in the Super Hybrid models, the MY26 Tiggo 7 Urban and Ultimate […]
Is This 7-Seater Transformable Multi-SUV by Chery the Only Car Your Family Will Ever Need?
In the automotive world, we’re constantly promised the ‘one car to do it all’. It’s the ultimate suburban dream: a vehicle that can handle the Monday morning school run, a midweek trip to the hardware store, and a spontaneous weekend escape to the mountains without breaking a sweat. Most of the time, this involves compromise. […]
The Omoda 4 Ultra – Wild, Lambo looks but more passive performance
Squint hard. See it? That blast of ‘Electro Yellow’ with angles sharper than a geometry set. No it isn’t the latest V12 beast to roll out of Sant’Agata, but you’d be forgiven for thinking so. This is the Omoda 4 Ultra, and it’s what happens when designers are given a double-shot espresso and told to […]
Omoda’s Sci-Fi Future – Cyber-Mech SUVs and Hybrid Power revealed
At its recent International User Summit, Omoda Jaecoo, the ambitious offspring of the Chery Group, has pulled the covers off a trio of next-generation SUVs that push the boundaries of design, technology, and efficiency. The Rule Breaker – Meet the Omoda 4 and its “Cyber Mecha” Style Headlining the reveal was the vehicle set to […]
How Chery intends to become automotive world’s top tier leader – globally
Speaking at their global innovation conference 2025 in Wuhu China, Chery’s Executive Vice President, Gao Xinhua, laid out a vision that goes far beyond just building better cars. The mission is to “transform from a traditional automaker into a global high-tech ecosystem group”. Backed by a multi-billion-dollar blitz in global research, next-generation powertrains, proactive safety […]
Lepas – Chery’s Leopard-Inspired Luxury Brand is Here to Hunt
Right now, it seems like the automotive world is in a constant state of flux, with new players and established giants alike vying for a piece of the electric/new energy future. Well, another heavyweight has just thrown its hat into the premium ring. Get ready to meet Lepas (Leopard/Passion), the ambitious new global automotive brand […]
Chery’s Astounding 2025 – Two Million Sales and a Glimpse into the Future of Driving
Chery Group has blasted past the two-million-vehicle sales mark in just the first nine months of 2025, setting a new record for the rapidly ascending brand. It’s a narrative about smart strategy, relentless innovation, and a keen understanding of what modern drivers want from their vehicles. For car enthusiasts down under, it’s a clear signal […]