{"id":644992,"date":"2026-05-02T13:43:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T13:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/644992\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T13:43:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T13:43:24","slug":"chery-q-ev-confirmed-for-new-zealand-could-australia-be-next-zecar-reviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/644992\/","title":{"rendered":"Chery Q EV Confirmed for New Zealand, Could Australia Be Next? | Zecar | Reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"

Key PointsThe Chery Q EV has been confirmed for New Zealand with a 2027 launch target.EV models launched in New Zealand typically follow in Australia, making a local release likely.The Q EV is a rear-wheel drive electric hatch with a 42kWh battery and up to 400km range (NEDC).<\/p>\n

Chery has confirmed its smallest electric vehicle for New Zealand, with a launch expected in 2027. The news was first reported by AutoTrader NZ.<\/p>\n

Known as the QQ3 in China, the car will be sold as the Chery Q in New Zealand. And if history is any guide, Australia could be next.<\/p>\n

EV models confirmed for New Zealand have a strong track record of launching in Australia shortly after. The two markets share right-hand drive requirements and similar consumer preferences, making a combined rollout a logical step for most brands.<\/p>\n

\"Chery[Placeholder: Chery Q EV front exterior image] (Source: Chery)Already Seen in Sydney<\/p>\n

The Chery Q EV was showcased at a Chery Tech Event in Sydney earlier this year. That appearance suggests Chery is already testing the waters in Australia and is aware of local interest in the model.<\/p>\n

No official confirmation has been made for Australia yet, but the Sydney showcase adds weight to the idea that a local launch is being considered.<\/p>\n

What Is the Chery Q EV?<\/p>\n

The Q is a small electric hatch measuring 4,195mm in length. It has a compact footprint but Chery says the interior space is generous for its size.<\/p>\n

Power comes from a single rear-mounted electric motor producing 90kW and 115Nm. That makes it rear-wheel drive, which is unusual for a small EV at this price point.<\/p>\n

The battery is 42kWh. Chery claims a peak range of over 400km under NEDC testing. Real-world figures will be lower, but it should be enough for everyday use.<\/p>\n

\"Chery[Placeholder: Chery Q EV interior image showing 15.6-inch screen] (Source: Chery)Charging and Tech<\/p>\n

DC fast charging tops out at 85kW. Chery says the battery can go from 30 to 80 per cent in around 16 minutes. Decent charging speeds for a small, affordable EV.<\/p>\n

Inside, there is an 8-inch digital instrument cluster and a 15.6-inch infotainment screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both supported.<\/p>\n

Right-Hand Drive Already in Production<\/p>\n

The Chery Q has already launched in Thailand, which means right-hand drive production is underway. This removes one of the biggest hurdles for Chinese brands entering markets like New Zealand and Australia.<\/p>\n

A Chery spokesperson confirmed a New Zealand launch is estimated for 2027. No timeline has been given for Australia, but the groundwork is clearly being laid.<\/p>\n

\"Chery[Placeholder: Chery Q EV rear exterior image] (Source: Chery)How It Compares to the Competition<\/p>\n

When the Chery Q arrives, it will compete in the small, affordable EV segment. Its closest rivals are the BYD Atto 1, GAC Aion UT and Geely EX2. Here is how the key specs compare.<\/p>\n

Chery Q EV vs Competitors<\/p>\n

Note: Chery Q EV range is based on NEDC testing, which tends to be higher than real-world figures. WLTP figures are not yet available. Geely EX2 specs are based on pre-launch information and may change.<\/p>\n

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\"GAC<\/a>What This Means for Australia<\/p>\n

No Australian launch has been confirmed. But all signs point to an eventual launch. Chery already sells the Omoda E5 and Tiggo 9 here. The brand has a growing local presence and the Q EV would slot in below those models on price.<\/p>\n

If the New Zealand launch goes ahead in 2027, an Australian announcement could follow within months. The Sydney Tech Event appearance earlier this year suggests Chery is already thinking about it.<\/p>\n

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About the author<\/p>\n

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Danny is a consultant and entrepreneur working at the cutting edge of the electric vehicle and energy transition. He is passionate about educating and helping consumers make better decisions through data.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Key PointsThe Chery Q EV has been confirmed for New Zealand with a 2027 launch target.EV models launched…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":644993,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[64,63,312015,312016,198031,44,198032],"class_list":["post-644992","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-australia","tag-au","tag-australia","tag-chery-q-ev-confirmed-for-new-zealand","tag-could-australia-be-next-by-danny-thai-news-learn-more-about-electric-cars-and-sustainable-energy-through-guides","tag-faqs","tag-news","tag-news-and-reviews"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/644992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=644992"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/644992\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/644993"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=644992"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=644992"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=644992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}