JSW Motor plans to shake up the Indian auto market with some new launches. So far, the brand has confirmed three models for India: Jetour T2, Chery ICAR V23, and Jaecoo J5. Beyond that, the automaker plans to bring more models to the Indian market, and one such SUV that could be part of JSW’s future lineup was recently spotted fully camouflaged. Here are all the details.Attention Readers! Join us on our WhatsApp Community for daily auto news updates.

Upcoming JSW SUV Spotted Testing

The recently spotted model is the iCAUR 03, a 5-seater SUV from Chinese carmaker Chery. It is likely to be launched in India under the JSW Motors nameplate. The model was recently spotted uncamouflaged, being transported on a flatbed truck. 

The undisguised model reveals its boxy body, which is quite inspired by the Land Rover Defender SUV. Notable design elements include an upright front fascia, inverted L-shaped LED headlamps connected by a black strip, a chunky front bumper, and star-like alloys. The SUV features black plastic cladding all around and gets flush-type door handles. The blacked-out rear pillar and flat roofline give the SUV a balanced design. 

More or less, the India-spec Chery iCAUR 03 is expected to share similar underpinnings and feature options, including the powertrain, with the international-spec model. 

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Creta To Get A Worthy Competitor

In the international market, the SUV measures 4,406mm in length, 1,910mm in width, 1,715mm in height, and has a 2,715mm wheelbase. Via its dimensions, the SUV will likely go up against the Hyundai Creta EV, VinFast VF7, and Tata Sierra EV in India. If JSW plans to launch it at a competitive price, it could help the SUV achieve strong sales. 

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Modern Features Assist The Modern Look

The Chery iCAUR 03 is a good-looking SUV; we can see that in the revealed images. Its modern look carries over into the interior. The interior of the international-spec iCAUR 03 looks modern, with all the essential features plus a few extras. The feature list includes a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment, a 9.2-inch digital driver’s display, powered and ventilated front seats, ventilated rear seats, level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, and more. 

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A Do-It-All SUV?

The Chery’s iCAUR 03 gets a 69.8kWh LFP (Lithium-ion Phosphate) battery pack, powered by a dual-motor setup, that produces a combined output of 279 bhp and 385 Nm of torque. To add to its chemistry, it also gets an AWD drivetrain. This makes it capable on normal roads, highways, and even off-road. 

The range isn’t that promising, though. While other SUVs in this segment are already targeting a 500km range, this SUV’s battery pack is claimed to deliver 418 km on a single charge. 

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Competitive Pricing Could Change The Game

JSW has already said it will price all its upcoming SUVs quite competitively. If this model enters JSW’s squad, which we can expect by late 2027, then JSW might price it aggressively. All the factors combined, we expect this new SUV to be priced somewhere between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 30 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). 

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