New Chery Himla EV has construction on chassis, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive options and a range that can reach 510 km
Chery made its entry into the competitive midsize pickup segment official with the launch of the Himla EV. The model, which rescues the old Rely sub-brand in some markets, bets on the traditional body-on-chassis construction to ensure robustness, but swaps diesel for 100% electric propulsion. The price positioning in China is aggressive, aiming to compete directly with established SUVs.
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With a length of 5.39 meters and a wheelbase of 3.23 meters, the Himla has dimensions similar to those of a Toyota Hilux. The focus, however, is to offer a cost-effective alternative for urban logistics operations and off-road leisure.
Unlike many electric pickup trucks that use monoblocs, Himla’s architecture prioritizes cargo, with a body-on-chassis arrangement. In the entry-level versions with rear-wheel drive, the electric motor yields about 183 hp. The top-of-the-line all-wheel drive configuration adds a front engine, bringing the combined power to approximately 279 hp.
Range varies by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack. The 66.5 kWh option offers a range of 405 km, while the 88 kWh package extends the range to up to 510 km (CLTC cycle).
Below, the prices announced for the Chinese market (direct conversion, without Brazilian taxes):
| Version | Price (Yuan) | Approx. price (R$) |
|---|---|---|
| Economy 405 km RWD Standard | 127,800 | R$ 97.128 |
| Economy 405 km RWD Long | 128,800 | R$ 97.888 |
| Economy 405 km RWD Flat | 130,800 | R$ 99.408 |
| Deluxe 405 km RWD Long | 131,800 | R$ 100.168 |
| Deluxe 510 km RWD Long | 148,800 | R$ 113.088 |
| Deluxe 505 km AWD Long | 158,800 | R$ 120.688 |
The cabin deviates from the spartan standard of work vehicles. The finish mixes shades of brown and black, with emphasis on the digitization of the panel. The model has a floating central control screen and an LCD instrument panel.
In terms of active safety, the more expensive versions offer level 2.5 autonomous driving. The package includes adaptive cruise control (ACC), automatic emergency braking and lane keeping monitoring. There is still no official confirmation about the export of the model to Brazil.
