Opinion
Chinese brands are expanding NZ’s choice of electric, hybrid and conventional cars. Their biggest benefit may be the pressure they put on every rival to offer buyers more for their money.
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News
A New Zealand dealer is taking pre-orders for the seven-seat Jaecoo J8 SHS-P Summit AWD at $68,990 plus on-road costs, ahead of final local availability details.
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News
XPeng has set New Zealand pricing for its L03 coupe SUV, with a battery-electric entry model and a range-extender version both opening at $49,990.
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News
Chery expects its diesel plug-in hybrid ute in New Zealand in Q1 2027; local price and final specifications remain unconfirmed.
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First Look
Chery’s Lepas brand will arrive in New Zealand with the L6 electric SUV. Its 65kWh battery and 440km WLTP range are overseas figures; NZ timing, price and final specifications remain unconfirmed.
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First Look
Chery’s iCaur brand is due in New Zealand in the second half of 2027, but the rugged V27 remains one to watch rather than a confirmed local model.
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