The "boxy" pure electric SUV is about to hit the market, featuring an aggressive look, dual motors, and a 501 km range
Recently, SUV models in the Chinese car market have garnered much attention from consumers. Domestic brand SUVs, whether in terms of exterior design, affordable pricing, or new technological features, have a clear advantage over their joint venture counterparts, especially in the field of new energy development where pure electric power has become a trend. Today, we introduce a brand-new "boxy" pure electric SUV—the iCAR V23, which is set to officially launch on December 16th. In November, the iCAR V23 officially began pre-sales, offering two models: the 401 RWD Advanced Edition and the 501 AWD High Edition.
Let's start with the exterior design of the new car. The front part of the car adopts a brand-new family-style design, with a prominently raised hood, embedded three-dimensional black trims, and central fullness lines that enhance the overall sense of bulk. The central grille is embedded with a wide trim, and the round black headlights on both sides, along with the protruding and thick black trims, not only make the car more three-dimensional but also give it a distinctive personality with the central lettering logo. The bumper features an overall protruding off-road design, with prominent black trims on both sides and a bottom grille, adding to the car's sporty vibe.
Looking at the side of the car, the body has a square "boxy" shape, visually similar to the well-known Suzuki Jimny, with vertical windows and straight tailgate designs that appear more rugged and domineering. The semi-hidden door handles, black trims on the front fenders, and the black wheel arches and side skirts, along with the multi-spoke black wheel design, all contribute to a strong sense of sportiness. The car's dimensions are 4220/1915/1845 mm in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 2735 mm, approach angles of 42/43 degrees, departure angles of 40/41 degrees, a wading depth of 600 mm, and a minimum ground clearance of 200/210 mm.
The rear part of the car also features a vertical design, with no spoiler on the roof for a more square look. Large taillights are embedded with vertical black trims on both sides, and a protruding "little backpack" design on the passenger side of the tailgate adds to the hard off-road visual effect. The small taillights at the bottom, although positioned lower, have good recognition at night due to the high ground clearance. The bumper is also a protruding and full design, with black trims on both sides that echo the front, creating a strong sense of unity.
Inside the car, the interior design has a thick texture and a straight visual effect. The floors for the driver and passenger are connected, and the A/B pillars are equipped with handles that echo the car's off-road style. A 15.4-inch 2.5K central control screen is equipped, featuring an 8155 chip and supporting wireless interconnection with Apple CarPlay. The smooth operation and ultra-clear resolution are excellent, and the round three-spoke multi-function steering wheel offers a good feel. The floating central armrest, extended storage platform, wireless charging pad, and the use of a column shift and no instrument panel design all contribute to a strong sense of technology.
Finally, in terms of power, the new iCAR V23 offers both single-motor RWD and dual-motor AWD versions. The RWD model has a peak power of 100 kW, matched with a 59.93 kWh CATL phosphate iron lithium battery, with a CLTC pure electric range of 401 km. The iCAR V23 AWD model has a front motor with a peak power of 55 kW and a rear motor with a peak power of 100 kW, matched with an 81.76 kWh CATL ternary lithium battery, with a CLTC pure electric range of 501 km. In addition, the new car also supports fast charging and 3.5 kW external power output functions, which can be used for quick energy replenishment and outdoor self-driving camping. What do you think of this model? Does it meet your car needs? Feel free to leave a comment and discuss below!
