Chery has unveiled a new MPV model, called the V5 at the Hangzhou Motor Show in The V5, which was originally unveiled at the 2004 Beijing Auto Show under the code name B14 is a 6-7-seater MPV developed with independent intellectual property rights. Chery was assisted by Lotus Engineering and a couple of Italian companies in the development of the new vehicle.
The V525 is the first member of the V5 family, powered by a 2350 cc locally-sourced Mitsubishi engine, capable of 130 kW / 5500 rpm and 198 Nm / 3000 rpm.
The car rides on a 2800 mm (110.2-in.) long platform. Main dimensions are: 4662 x 1820 x 1590 mm (183.5 x 71.6 x 62.6-in.). Standard equipment includes four airbags, ABS + EBD and traction control systems, electrically operated windows, GPS navigation, DVD player etc.
