New hybrid EV from China's Chery offers 808-mile range with 195 kW motor

China’s Chery has introduced the Exeed Exlantix ET5, a mid-size hybrid electric SUV that emphasizes intelligent mobility and advanced safety features. Built on Chery’s E0X platform, the ET5 targets young families seeking a smart, dependable vehicle and competes with models like the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5. The SUV measures 188.2 inches in length with a 110.2-inch wheelbase, offering practical space and comfort. It features a hybrid powertrain combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine (154 hp) acting as a generator with a rear electric motor producing 261 hp (195 kW) and 239 lb-ft of torque. Powered by a 32.66 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery, the ET5 delivers about 127 miles of pure electric range and an impressive total driving range of approximately 808 miles. A standout feature of the ET5 is its Falcon 700 full-scenario roaming driving assistance