Chery Australia to launch its first ute in late 2026, based on local input, with hybrid and diesel PHEV options.

Chery Australia is preparing to enter the ute market with its first model, designed for tradespeople and fleet operators, based on local input. The upcoming ladder-frame ute, expected in late 2026, will feature multiple body styles, including cab/chassis and pickup variants, with plans for aftermarket compatibility through partnerships with Australian accessory firms. Powertrain details are pending, but plug-in hybrid options, including a rare diesel PHEV, are anticipated. The Rely KP3X, with body-on-frame construction and dual-filler doors, is the most likely candidate for launch, with Chery planning future models, potentially including electric variants.