iCAUR is adding a large all-wheel drive SUV to its local range in the fourth quarter, with 335 kW and a claimed combined range of up to 1 000 km.
The V27 REEV is a five seat, large all-wheel drive SUV that combines electric driving performance with the long-distance convenience of a petrol range extender. It expands iCAUR’s local range.
“The V27 is tailored to the practical needs of South African SUV drivers,” says Shannon Gahagan, Head of Brand and Marketing at iCAUR and Omoda & Jaecoo South Africa. “It delivers full electric capability for the weekday commute alongside the freedom to take on long trips without charging delays.”
Two electric motors drive all four wheels, with a 150 kW unit at the front and a 185 kW unit at the rear. Combined output is 335 kW and 505 Nm. A 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine acts purely as an on-board generator that supplies electricity when needed.
Energy is stored in a 34.31 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery. iCAUR claims an electric only range of up to 150 km (NEDC), extending to 1 000 km with the range extender. The V27 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in a claimed 5.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180 km/h.
It supports 6.6 kW AC charging, while DC fast charging can take the battery from 30% to 80% in 13 minutes under optimal conditions.
The SUV measures 5 045 mm long, 1 976 mm wide and 1 894 mm tall, on a 2 900 mm wheelbase. Design highlights include an upright stance, a long bonnet and a rear mounted spare wheel. Local models are slated to ride on 21-inch alloy wheels.
The five-seat cabin has a 15.4-inch central touchscreen and an 8.88 inch digital instrument cluster. Standard features for South Africa include a 15-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 50 W wireless phone charging and voice control. Further equipment includes a dual glass roof, leather upholstery and ventilated front seats.
Safety and assistance systems include adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring and a 540 degree panoramic camera.
Local pricing, final specification details and official launch dates will be confirmed closer to release. The V27 REEV strengthens iCAUR’s presence in South Africa, offering a larger, more powerful model that balances daily zero emission driving with long range usability.
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