🚗 iCaur V23 First Drive Review – South Africa’s newest boxy electric SUV is here! In this full first-impression review we put the new iCaur V23 (from the Cherry Group) through its paces on South African roads. We cover design, real-world range, charging speeds, interior tech, practicality, and whether this retro-modern electric SUV is a serious contender or just a fun lifestyle vehicle. Key highlights: • 59 kWh battery • ~330–360 km real-world range • Single & dual-motor options • 0-100 km/h in ~10.8 seconds • Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto • Quirky off-road dashboard, heated/ventilated seats & more We’re brutally honest about the pros, cons, and who this car is actually for (urban adventurers and city families). 00:00 - Intro & DealerOn 2026 announcement 01:15 - iCaur V23 design & G-Wagon/Jimny vibes 04:40 - Driving impressions & performance test 09:15 - Charging & efficiency test 12:40 - Interior & tech walkthrough 16:50 - Boot space & practicality test 19:10 - Pricing, verdict & future ownership test Would you buy the iCaur V23? Novelty or proper contender? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 🔎 Search for more cars: https://www.cars.co.za/ 📅 DealerOn 2026 – 17 September | Sandton Convention Centre: dealercon.cars.co.za Subscribe for more South African car reviews, EV tests and industry updates from Cars.co.za! #iCaurV23 #ElectricSUV #southafrica Save 10% on car insurance when you buy online: https://www.budgetinsurance.co.za/car-insurance/?vdn=BYCLD&utm_medium=generic direct&utm_source=carscoza Visit Cars.co.za at: https://www.cars.co.za Sell your car on Cars.co.za: https://www.cars.co.za/sell-car/ Follow Cars.co.za on the socials: https://www.x.com/CarsSouthAfrica https://www.facebook.com/CarsSA https://www.instagram.com/CarsSouthAfrica https://www.tiktok.com/@carssouthafrica Download the Cars.co.za App here: Apple https://apps.apple.com/za/app/cars-co-za/id626789511 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mushroomcloud.cars&hl=en_ZA&gl=US Huawei App Gallery https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C100880073
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Please review the Geely e2
Bro! New Chinese car every week
The Chinese are at war in the Vehicle market. 😮
why on earth would anyone buy a vw polo (with a few extras thrown in), when for about the same money, you get this?
I love it, I love it very much. I wouldn't mind to buy one ❤.
I am such afav of the exterior styling and creative concept on this car.. cant wait to see it live
One word for this: COOL!
My only problem is the Range on a full tank why less than 500 km
Strange car this. Got the whole offroad look going but doesnt have enough range to be anything more than a city bug. Wont even make Pretoria to Nelspruit most likely.
Nope I cant keep up at this point anymore with all these brands, as you know I have had a few cars 22 to be exact but I cant keep up with it anymore hehe
Lifestyle outdoor centric without a spare wheel or rear windscreen wiper ?
Very Beautiful Car, I was watching and asking myself where is it from is it south african made or until i saw Cherry on the number plate there and i aha!
The design looks more like a re-imagined Toyota LC79. A design that Toyota could tap into to redesign the Hilux and Fortuner.
Something to finally rival the T1 and T2? Because that car is flying off the shelves
Massive blind spots, left and right side at the back
Drop an ICE in the bonnet and I will be first in line at the local dealership. Till then, I'll pass. Nice car though.
So excited at this! Love❤
The Jimny remains unshaken!
I saw an orange one in person 2 days ago in centurion at Omoda/Jaecoo centurion.
The RWD version is fast enough for me, and in China it only costs RMB$135,000 (~ZAR$327,700.) In China, some owners already added DWD coilovers to their V23, which increased the ride noticeably.