The race for electric car autonomy is accelerating. After CATL and its innovations, it is the turn of the Chinese giant Chery to strike a blow. The manufacturer unveils its new family of Kunpeng batteries, capable of performances previously unmatched on the market.
This technology marks a decisive turning point in the electric automobile industry, with characteristics that far exceed current standards.
Technology suitable for all uses
Chery doesn’t do things by halves. Its Kunpeng range is available in three distinct versions to meet different market segments. The entry level relies on LFP pocket cells, perfect for vehicles requiring less than 600 kilometers of autonomy.
The mid-range uses NMC pocket cells, making it possible to reach 800 kilometers. But it is the high-end version that impresses the most: equipped with NMC cylindrical cells, it promises a stratospheric autonomy of 1,200 kilometers in the CLTC cycle (the Chinese standard), or around 1,000 kilometers in the WLTP standard.
Fast charging redefined
The real revolution is hidden in the charging speed. Chery announces record charging power with a factor of 6C, surpassing all its competitors which currently cap at 5C or 5.5C. In concrete terms, this means the possibility of recovering 400 kilometers of autonomy in just 5 minutes of charging. Game-changing performance for long journeys.
A battery designed to last
These new batteries don’t just impress with their performance. They also excel in durability. Chery guarantees 3000 charge and discharge cycles, a figure which ensures significant longevity.
Even more impressive, these batteries work in extreme conditions, withstanding temperatures ranging from -40°C to +65°C.
The future is emerging with solid-state batteries
Chery does not intend to stop there. The manufacturer is already working on the next generation of solid-state batteries. The first prototypes reach an energy density of 400 Wh/kg, with a target of 600 Wh/kg for next year.
Production should start at the end of 2026, with marketing planned for 2027. This technology promises a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers.
The first vehicles equipped with Kunpeng batteries will arrive on the market in early 2025. This innovation marks a decisive step towards the democratization of electric vehicles, by responding to consumers’ main concerns: autonomy and charging time.
- Chery launches a new battery offering up to 1,200 km of autonomy in the CLTC cycle
- Ultra-fast charging allows you to recover 400 km in 5 minutes
- The solid battery planned for 2027 promises even more autonomy with 1500 km
