Chery unveiled the Arrizo S at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, presenting a new concept sedan positioned above the current Arrizo lineup with a 2.0T engine delivering 192 kW and 400 N·m, reports Autohome.

Positioning within the Arrizo lineup

The Arrizo S is described as a higher-positioned sedan within Chery’s Arrizo family, targeting the upper B-class segment with a stronger emphasis on performance and technology.

This follows the expansion of the lineup, led by models such as the Arrizo 8, which introduced higher-output powertrains and updated transmissions in recent product cycles.

Exterior design direction

The model adopts Chery’s latest sedan design language, centred around a large hexagonal front grille and sharp headlight units.

A fastback-style roofline and coupe-like proportions define the side profile, while the rear integrates a full-width taillight and layered bumper design.

Blackened exterior elements and multi-spoke wheels reinforce the performance-oriented styling direction.

Powertrain and performance

Chery confirmed the Arrizo S will use a 2.0T turbocharged engine producing 192 kW and 400 N·m.

These figures align with the upper range of Chery’s current combustion powertrains and are consistent with outputs seen in the latest Arrizo 8 variants.

Transmission details were not disclosed at the show, although earlier Arrizo models have introduced Chery’s self-developed 8AT gearbox.

Intelligent systems

The Arrizo S is equipped with Chery’s Falcon driver assistance system, designed to support a wide range of driving scenarios, including urban, highway, and parking environments.

The system is paired with high-computing hardware and is positioned as part of Chery’s broader push into integrated intelligent driving and chassis control technologies.

Scaling up sedan ambitions

The Arrizo S forms part of a broader product expansion presented by Chery at the Beijing Auto Show, where multiple concept and production models were introduced simultaneously.

Within this lineup, the Arrizo S represents a move toward higher-performance combustion sedans, complementing both existing Arrizo models and newer electrified offerings.

Data context

According to China EV DataTracker, China’s sedan market remains dominated by internal combustion models. In a recent monthly ranking, the Nissan Sylphy recorded 28,093 units (6.2% share), followed by the Volkswagen Lavida at 19,939 units (4.4%), while electrified entries such as the Tesla Model 3 reached 16,280 units (3.6%). The mix highlights continued demand for gasoline-powered sedans alongside growing competition from electrified models.