Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating: The Chery iCAUR V23 electric SUV has achieved an impressive 5-star safety rating in the ASEAN NCAP crash tests, highlighting the model’s strong safety performance and advanced driver-assistance features. The results place the V23 among the safer electric SUVs currently available in several Southeast Asian markets. Manufactured by Chery Automobile, the V23 has been designed as a rugged yet modern electric SUV that blends off-road styling with advanced technology.
Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating – Overall Crash Test Result
The Chery iCAUR V23 delivered an outstanding overall safety performance, securing 91.02 points, which qualifies the electric SUV for the highest 5-star safety rating under ASEAN NCAP standards.
Overall highlights include:
- Overall score: 91.02 points
- Crash test rating: 5 stars
- Strong performance across all safety categories
- Advanced driver assistance features included as standard
This rating reinforces the SUV’s strong focus on occupant protection and modern safety technologies.
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Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating – Adult Occupant Protection (AOP)
One of the strongest areas for the V23 was Adult Occupant Protection, where the vehicle achieved an almost perfect score.
Key results include:
- Total AOP score: 31.77 out of 32 points
- Frontal impact test: 15.77 out of 16 points
- Side impact test: 8 out of 8 points
- Head Protection Technology: 8 out of 8 points
During the frontal crash test, the driver’s head, neck, chest, and leg areas received “good” protection ratings, indicating excellent structural integrity and airbag performance. The front passenger also received strong protection scores, with slightly lower but still acceptable chest protection ratings.
In the side impact test, all body regions for both occupants received top safety ratings, demonstrating the effectiveness of the vehicle’s side airbags and body structure.
Chery iCAUR V23 Crash Test Rating – Child Occupant Protection (COP)
The electric SUV also performed well in protecting child passengers. The Child Occupant Protection category evaluates safety for young passengers using child restraint systems and crash protection measures.
Results include:
- Total COP score: 42.50 out of 51 points
- Frontal impact for child dummies: 16 out of 16 points
- Side impact test: 8 out of 8 points
- Child restraint system installation: 9.5 out of 12 points
- Vehicle-based safety features: 9 out of 13 points
The test evaluated safety performance for 18-month-old and 3-year-old child dummies, with both showing strong protection during frontal and side collision scenarios.
The presence of ISOFIX child seat anchors and compatibility with child safety systems helped the V23 secure high marks in this category.
Safety Assist Technologies
Modern vehicles rely heavily on driver-assistance systems to prevent accidents before they occur. The Chery iCAUR V23 scored strongly in this category as well.
Key Safety Assist results:
- Total Safety Assist score: 18 out of 21 points
- Effective Braking and Avoidance (EBA): 6 out of 6 points
- Seatbelt reminder system: 3 out of 6 points
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (City): 2.5 out of 2.5 points
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (Inter-Urban): 3.5 out of 3.5 points
- Advanced Safety Assist Technology: 3 out of 3 points
These results highlight the vehicle’s strong braking and collision-avoidance capabilities.
Standard safety technologies include:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Lane Departure Warning
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Keep Assist
- Front seatbelt reminder system
Together, these features help reduce the risk of accidents and improve driver confidence.
Motorcyclist and Pedestrian Safety
Another important evaluation category focuses on protecting vulnerable road users, such as motorcyclists and pedestrians.
Results in this category include:
- Motorcyclist safety score: 14 out of 16 points
- Blind Spot Detection: 8 out of 8 points
- Pedestrian protection systems: 2 out of 2 points
- Auto High Beam system: 2 out of 2 points
- Advanced motorcyclist safety technology: included
Blind spot detection, which comes standard on all variants, played a major role in helping the SUV achieve a high score in this category.
Powertrain and Performance
Apart from safety, the iCAUR V23 also offers competitive electric performance with multiple battery and drivetrain configurations.
Expected powertrain options include:
Single-motor version
- Battery: 59.93 kWh
- Power output: 136 hp
- Torque: 180 Nm
- Range: around 401 km
Dual-motor AWD version
- Battery: 81.76 kWh
- Power output: 211 hp
- Torque: 292 Nm
- Range: up to 510 km
The electric SUV can accelerate from 0–100 km/h in about 7.5 seconds, with a top speed limited to approximately 140 km/h.
India Launch Possibilities
Reports indicate that the iCAUR V23 may eventually arrive in India as part of JSW’s EV expansion strategy. The company is reportedly exploring partnerships with Chery to introduce electric SUVs in the country.
Recent developments supporting this possibility include:
- Test vehicles spotted on Indian roads
- Patent filings related to the vehicle design
- Ongoing collaboration between Chery and JSW
If launched locally, the SUV could target the growing electric SUV segment in India.
Conclusion
The Chery iCAUR V23 has demonstrated impressive safety credentials by achieving a 5-star ASEAN NCAP crash test rating. With excellent scores across adult protection, child safety, driver assistance systems, and motorcyclist protection, the SUV showcases a strong commitment to safety. Combined with its electric powertrain options, modern technology, and rugged styling, the V23 could become a competitive option in the global electric SUV market—and potentially an exciting addition to India’s expanding EV segment in the future.
