iCAUR is set to expand its South African line-up in the fourth quarter with the arrival of the V27 REEV, a large SUV combining dual-motor electric performance with a petrol range-extender system.
The V27 uses two electric motors, one at the front producing 150 kW and another at the rear delivering 185 kW. Combined, the system produces 335 kW and 505 Nm, with power sent to all four wheels.
A 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine acts as a generator rather than directly driving the wheels. This allows the V27 to operate as an electric vehicle for shorter journeys while using the petrol engine to generate electricity on longer trips.
Electric performance and range
The V27 features a 34.31 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, offering a claimed electric-only range of up to 150 km on the NEDC cycle. With the range extender in operation, the total claimed driving range increases to 1,000 km.
The SUV can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in a claimed 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 180 km/h.
Charging options include 6.6 kW AC charging and DC fast charging. Under optimal conditions, the latter can take the battery from 30% to 80% in 13 minutes.
The V27 also features vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, allowing it to supply up to 6 kW of power to external devices.
Size, design and interior
The V27 measures 5,045 mm long, 1,976 mm wide and 1,894 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,900 mm. Its exterior features an upright design, long bonnet, rear-mounted spare wheel and 21-inch alloy wheels for the South African market.
Inside, the five-seat cabin features a 15.4-inch infotainment touchscreen and an 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster.
South African models are expected to include a 15-speaker sound system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 50 W wireless phone charging and voice control.
Other equipment includes a dual glass roof, leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, electric seat adjustment and driver position memory.
Safety and driver assistance
The V27 will also offer a range of driver assistance and safety technologies, including adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring.
Additional features include rear cross-traffic braking, a 540-degree panoramic camera system and automated parking assistance.
South African launch and pricing
The iCAUR V27 REEV is scheduled to arrive in South Africa in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Local pricing, final specifications and the official launch date have not yet been confirmed. More details are expected closer to its introduction.
