Chinese automaker Chery has started production of the new Arrizo 7 sedan. The vehicle is scheduled for an official launch in China during the fourth quarter of 2026, with plans to export the model to over 70 countries.
Buyers can choose between two powertrain options. The petrol version uses a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine producing 156 hp and 235 Nm of torque, paired with a dual-clutch transmission. The C-DM plug-in hybrid variant combines a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine with an electric motor and a hybrid transmission. This hybrid model features a 19.527 kWh LFP battery, offering an electric-only range of 116 km. The company claims a total range of 1,700 km when using both the full fuel tank and a charged battery, with fuel consumption rated at 0.69 litres per 100 km. Both versions reach a top speed of 180 km/h.
The Arrizo 7 measures 4,739 mm in length, 1,850 mm in width, and has a 2,770 mm wheelbase. The petrol model weighs 1,350 kg, while the hybrid variant weighs 1,598 kg.
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