Freelander 8 Officially Announced: A Luxury All-Terrain BEV SUV

[New Vehicle Launch] Chery's Freelander brand has officially unveiled its first mass-produced model, the Freelander 8, positioned as a luxury, tech-forward, all-terrain SUV.

Key Development: Freelander 8 to Launch in Second Half of Year, Standard Across All Trims with Huawei Qiankun ADS 4.1 Intelligent Driving System

Built upon the CONCEPT 97 concept car, the Freelander 8 features a closed-off grille and pixel matrix headlights, carrying forward a rugged design language that balances urban sophistication and off-road capability. Global CEO Wen Fei emphasized the principle of "bringing the concept to life in production," highlighting the brand’s commitment to original aesthetic philosophy.

Key Specifications: 896-Line LiDAR + Snapdragon 8397 Chip

All trims are equipped with Qualcomm’s latest automotive-grade Snapdragon 8397 chip, delivering approximately 3x higher CPU/GPU computing power and a 12x boost in NPU performance compared to the 8295 chip. The vehicle also integrates an 896-line LiDAR system to enhance advanced intelligent driving capabilities.

Strategic Foundation: Deep Collaboration with Huawei, CATL, and Qualcomm

Leveraging top-tier supply chain partnerships, the Freelander 8 focuses on integrating core technologies in smart electric vehicles, marking Chery’s pivotal move into the premium new energy market. Further details will be revealed in June.