Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating: The upcoming Chery iCAUR V23 electric SUV has achieved a 5-star safety rating in the ASEAN NCAP crash test, highlighting its strong safety credentials ahead of a potential India launch. The crash-tested model was manufactured in China and is currently available in several Southeast Asian markets including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Philippines, and Brunei.
With a total score of 91.02 points, the electric SUV demonstrated excellent crash protection, safety assistance technologies, and motorcyclist protection capabilities. The strong performance further boosts expectations for the model, which has recently been spotted testing on Indian roads.
Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating Overview
The safety tests evaluated the SUV under the ASEAN NCAP Version 4 protocol, which measures multiple aspects of vehicle safety.
Overall Safety Score
- Total Score: 91.02 points
- Rating: 5 stars
Category-wise Scores
- Adult Occupant Protection (AOP): 31.77 / 32.00
- Child Occupant Protection (COP): 42.50 / 51.00
- Safety Assist: 18.00 / 21.00
- Motorcyclist Safety: 14.00 / 16.00
These results demonstrate the SUV’s balanced safety performance across multiple crash and safety assistance parameters.
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Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating – Adult Occupant Protection (AOP)
The Adult Occupant Protection category measures how effectively the vehicle protects adult passengers during a crash.
Frontal Impact Test
During the frontal crash test, protection levels were impressive:
- Driver protection:
- Head: Good
- Neck: Good
- Chest: Good
- Legs: Good
- Front passenger protection:
- Head: Good
- Neck: Good
- Legs: Good
- Chest: Adequate
Score Breakdown
- Frontal impact score: 15.77 / 16.00
Side Impact Test
Side crash protection also delivered strong results.
- Protection ratings for head, chest, abdomen, and pelvis were all rated good.
- Side impact score: 8 / 8
Head Protection Technology
The SUV’s Head Protection Technology (HPT) also performed well.
- HPT score: 8 / 8
Overall, the Chery iCAUR V23 achieved 31.77 out of 32 points, indicating excellent passenger protection.
Child Occupant Protection (COP)
Child safety is another critical area tested by ASEAN NCAP.
The Chery iCAUR V23 delivered strong results for child passenger protection.
Child Crash Test Performance
The vehicle was tested with child dummies representing:
- 18-month-old child
- 3-year-old child
Score Breakdown
- Frontal crash protection: 16 / 16
- Side impact protection: 8 / 8
- Child Restraint System installation: 9.5 / 12
- Vehicle-based child safety features: 9 / 13
Overall COP Score
- 42.50 / 51 points
These results indicate that the SUV offers reliable safety for younger passengers as well.
Safety Assist Technologies
Modern vehicles are expected to include advanced safety technologies that help prevent accidents.
The Chery iCAUR V23 is equipped with multiple active safety systems and driver assistance features.
Standard Safety Equipment
Key safety features include:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front seatbelt reminder
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) for city driving
- AEB for inter-urban roads
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Safety Assist Score Breakdown
- Effective Braking and Avoidance: 6 / 6
- Seatbelt reminder system: 3 / 6
- AEB (City): 2.5 / 2.5
- AEB (Inter-urban): 3.5 / 3.5
- Advanced Safety Assist Tech: 3 / 3
Total Safety Assist Score
- 18 / 21 points
These technologies help reduce accident risks and improve driver awareness and vehicle stability.
Motorcyclist Safety
Another important test category is motorcyclist protection, which evaluates the vehicle’s ability to detect and respond to motorcycles.
Key Features
The Chery iCAUR V23 comes with:
- Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
- Automatic High Beam
- Pedestrian protection systems
- Motorcyclist Safety Technology
Score Breakdown
- Blind spot detection: 8 / 8
- Other protection systems: 6 / 8
Total Motorcyclist Safety Score
- 14 / 16 points
This category highlights the SUV’s ability to identify surrounding road users and reduce collision risks.
Powertrain and Performance
Internationally, the Chery iCAUR V23 electric SUV is offered with multiple battery and motor options.
Battery Options
- 59.93 kWh battery pack
- 81.76 kWh battery pack
Powertrain Variants
Single Motor (RWD)
- Power: 136 hp
- Torque: 180 Nm
- Range: around 401 km (CLTC)
Dual Motor (AWD)
- Power: 211 hp
- Torque: 292 Nm
- Range: up to 510 km (CLTC)
Performance
- 0–100 km/h acceleration: around 7.5 seconds
- Top speed: approximately 140 km/h
The SUV also supports DC fast charging, making it practical for daily driving and longer trips.
India Launch Expectations
The Chery iCAUR V23 has recently been spotted testing in India, hinting at a future launch in the country.
The electric SUV is expected to arrive under the umbrella of JSW Group, which plans to introduce multiple vehicles from **Chery sub-brands.
Key points regarding the India launch:
- Could be sold as a JSW-branded electric SUV
- Local assembly may take place at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Launch timeline could be around 2027–2028
Potential Rivals in India
If launched in the Indian market, the iCAUR V23 could compete with several electric SUVs such as:
- Hyundai Creta Electric
- Mahindra BE 6
- MG ZS EV
- Tata Curvv EV
- Maruti e Vitara
Its boxy off-road-inspired design and AWD option could help it stand out in the segment.
Final Thoughts
The Chery iCAUR V23’s 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating confirms that the electric SUV offers strong safety performance across crash protection, child safety, and driver assistance technologies. With its rugged design, modern EV powertrain, and advanced safety systems, the SUV could become a compelling option if introduced in India. As electric SUVs continue to gain popularity in the country, the iCAUR V23 may attract buyers looking for a safe, capable, and technologically advanced electric vehicle.
