Chery Launches Updated Fulwin A9L with Over 2,000 km Combined Range

Chery has launched the new Fulwin A9L, an updated version of its flagship hybrid sedan, as competition intensifies in China’s new energy vehicle market.

The new model comes in four variants: 260 PRO, 260 MAX, 260 ULTRA and ULTRA AWD. Prices range from RMB 149.9K-207.9K ($22.2K-$30.8K). With limited-time launch incentives, the effective purchase price drops to RMB 139.9K-197.9K ($20.7K-$29.3K).

Compared with the 2025 model, the updated Fulwin A9L keeps the entry price unchanged while simplifying its lineup. The AWD version is now offered only in the top-end ULTRA AWD trim, with a significantly lower price threshold compared with the previous flagship AWD model.

Overall, the facelifted model retains the core product architecture of its predecessor while improving configuration efficiency.

Positioned as a C-segment sedan, the 2027 Fulwin A9L measures 5,018 mm in length, 1,965 mm in width, 1,500 mm in height, with a 3,000 mm wheelbase. Chery aims to leverage the model’s large body size to compete in China’s mainstream sedan market, where automakers are increasingly using higher vehicle dimensions and stronger configurations to attract buyers.

The new Fulwin A9L adopts Chery’s self-developed Kunpeng CDM 6.0 hybrid system. The Kunpeng hybrid engine achieves a combined thermal efficiency of 45.79%, paired with a DHT Pro hybrid transmission.

The vehicle is equipped with a 33.68 kWh Rhino battery pack; its CLTC pure electric range reaches 260 km, while the CLTC combined range exceeds 2,000 km.

For the chassis, the sedan features a front double-wishbone suspension, a rear high-end five-link setup, an AI magnetic levitation digital chassis, and a CDC road preview system. Such hardware remains uncommon in the RMB 140K ($20.7K) price range, where many competitors still rely on front MacPherson struts with rear multi-link suspension systems.

As smart features become a key battleground in China’s EV market, Chery has equipped the 2027 Fulwin A9L with its Falcon 700 advanced driver assistance system. The system supports urban NOA, highway-assisted driving, more than 300 parking scenarios, along with other intelligent driving functions.

Market performance has provided a strong foundation for the Fulwin A9 series. Since its launch in July 2025, the Fulwin A9 lineup has delivered 64,368 units through June 2026. The model gained strong initial attention, securing more than 50K firm orders within 24 hours after launch.

However, competition in China’s new energy sedan market has intensified in 2026, putting the Fulwin A9L under growing pressure from brands including BYD and Geely Galaxy.

Beyond the hybrid version, Chery recently launched the Fulwin A9 pure electric variant, with a starting price of RMB 109.9K ($16.3K). The model offers a CLTC range of 655 km, an unusually high figure for its price segment.

Looking ahead, the Fulwin brand plans to launch a new T7 model in the second half of this year, further expanding into the pure electric SUV market.