iCaur V23 Exclusive Review - Chery's sub-brand arrives in SA

🚗 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