iCAUR to Launch V27 SUV in South Africa
The electric-petrol hybrid V27 flagship is scheduled to go on sale in South Africa in late November 2026.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Chinese manufacturer iCAUR has scheduled the launch of its V27 flagship SUV in South Africa for late November 2026. The large all-wheel-drive SUV pairs dual electric motors producing 335 kW and 505 Nm with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine acting as an on-board generator.
Why it matters
The V27 is positioned to let owners drive on battery power for daily use while a petrol range extender removes range anxiety on longer trips. Local pricing and final specifications have not yet been confirmed.
The V27 carries a 34.31 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a claimed top speed of 180 km/h. Its 6.6 kW AC charging rate and 13-minute DC fast charge from 30% to 80% are manufacturer claims under optimal conditions.
The players
iCAUR
iCAUR is a Chinese automotive manufacturer that produces electric and hybrid vehicles, including the V27 flagship SUV.
The details
The V27 measures 5,045 mm long, 1,976 mm wide and 1,894 mm tall on a 2,900 mm wheelbase, with a five-seat cabin and a 15.4-inch central touchscreen. A 150 kW front motor and 185 kW rear motor drive all four wheels, while the petrol engine supplies electricity to the battery when needed rather than driving the wheels directly.
Timeline
Late November 2026: scheduled launch of the V27 in South Africa
Roadmap
The V27 uses a range-extender architecture in which a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine generates electricity for dual electric motors rather than driving the wheels directly. This design positions iCAUR among manufacturers offering electric-first large SUVs as an alternative to full battery-electric vehicles in the South African market.
Buyers considering the V27 will need to weigh its claimed 150 km electric-only range against its petrol range extender for longer trips. Final South African pricing will determine how it compares with rival large SUVs once confirmed.
The takeaway
Range-extender SUVs like the V27 offer a way to drive electric for daily trips while retaining petrol backup for longer journeys. Prospective buyers should wait for confirmed South African pricing before comparing costs.
What happens next
The V27 is scheduled to launch in late November 2026, with local pricing and final specifications to be confirmed closer to release.
Further reading
Explore more on the Electric Vehicles section for context on how range-extender SUVs compare with battery-only models.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Imoto-online.
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