Chery, a leading Chinese automobile manufacturer, has recently unveiled two updated affordable small car models: the Ice Cream and the Little Ant. These vehicles target budget-conscious consumers looking for compact and economical transportation options. The Little Ant was updated last year, while the Ice Cream hasn’t changed much since 2022.
The Ice Cream and Little Ant models are attractively priced and offer great value for money. The Little Ant’s price range starts at 59,900 yuan (8,200 USD) and goes up to 74,900 yuan (10,300 USD), while the Ice Cream model is even more affordable, with prices ranging from 29,900 yuan (4,100 USD) to 43,900 yuan (6,000 USD). Notably, this is a significant price decrease for the Little Ant, which started at 10,600 USD last year.
As special editions aimed at young consumers, the Ice Cream and Little Ant have undergone adjustments and refinements in details and features. The Ice Cream model, in particular, introduces two new variants: the 120km Vanilla and the 205km Milkshake. Additionally, all models come with the Pure Green exterior color option and are equipped with a standard reverse camera and a 9-inch touchscreen display.
In terms of exterior design, the Little Ant features elongated headlights, a closed front grille, and a prominent X-shaped design formed by square lines and black grilles on the lower part of the front bumper. The Chery emblem has been replaced by the lettering “QQ.” The side profile showcases an upward-sloping waistline, slightly protruding front and rear fenders, recessed doors, and enclosed wheel rims, making the car look cute. At the rear, the car has small smoked taillights, a large black bumper decoration, and a small-sized roof spoiler. The dimensions of the new Little Ant are 3200/1670/1550 mm, and its wheelbase is 2150 mm.
Inside the cabin, the Little Ant boasts a fully digital LCD instrument panel and a larger LCD screen in the center console. The smartphone connectivity feature allows users to control various functions remotely. The interior design incorporates a dual-tone color scheme. The Little Ant also offers upgraded comfort features, including a black interior with green stitching, a new UI theme, and six additional comfort enhancements. Furthermore, Chery provides various purchase incentives, such as a 999 yuan factory-installed intelligent large screen for the Ice Cream model.
In terms of powertrain options, the Little Ant offers two versions with different ranges. Both versions feature a rear-mounted electric motor with a maximum output of 41 horsepower and a peak torque of 95 Nm. The 251-kilometer range variant is equipped with a 25.05 kWh battery pack, while the 301-kilometer range variant comes with a larger 29.23 kWh battery pack. Additionally, the vehicles support fast charging, allowing the battery to be charged from 30% to 80% in 40 minutes.
With the introduction of the Ice Cream and Little Ant models, Chery aims to provide cost-effective and environmentally friendly transportation solutions to consumers who prioritize affordability and efficiency. These small cars are expected to attract young urban drivers and those seeking a reliable and economical means of transportation in crowded city environments.
Source: Zaker
Chery needs to take these cars to ASEAN region with busy bustling streets of Bangkok, Jakarta, Singapore, Manila, Kaula Lampor etc and Brazil where BYD Seagull delivered 2,500 units alone in March! These prices are astonishing!
Send it to the middle east also… It will be a bomb