JSW Motors Chery iCar V23 FAQs

JSW Motors is understood to be preparing the iCar V23-based EV for India. The company has a tie-up with Chinese carmaker Chery.

Yes, the India-spec version is likely to wear a JSW badge.

The JSW iCar V23-based EV could be priced under Rs 20 lakh, ex-showroom.

If the dimensions remain close to the China-spec model, the iCar V23-based EV will compete in the midsize electric SUV segment.

The JSW iCar V23-based EV could rival the VinFast VF6, Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6, Maruti e Vitara, MG ZS EV and Tata Curvv EV.

The China-spec iCar V23 measures 4,220mm in length, 1,915mm in width and 1,845mm in height, with a 2,735mm wheelbase.

In international markets, the iCar V23 is offered with a 59.93kWh battery and a 136hp, 180Nm rear-wheel-drive setup, or an 81.76kWh battery with a 211hp, 292Nm all-wheel-drive setup.

The rear-wheel-drive version of the iCar V23 has a claimed CLTC range of 401km, while the all-wheel-drive version is rated at 510km on a single charge.

Depending on the battery pack, the iCar V23 supports DC fast charging speeds between 85kW and 104kW.