Summary
The new Fulwin A8L from Chery: a promising plug-in hybrid
Presentation and technical specifications
The Chinese manufacturer Chery is making waves in Europe with its new plug-in hybrid car, the Fulwin A8L. Designed with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 156 horsepower, paired with a 150 kW (203 hp) electric motor, it boasts an 18.67 kWh battery. The brand, well known for its production of batteries for electric vehicles, offers with this model an interesting alternative in the plug-in hybrid segment.
Remarkable theoretical and practical range
The Fulwin A8L boasts an impressive theoretical range of 2,100 km on the Chinese CLTC homologation cycle. In reality, Chery has managed to push the range to 2,369 km during optimal driving tests, requiring only a quick battery recharge from 30 to 80% in 19 minutes. Despite ideal conditions to achieve this performance, it shows intriguing potential.
Comparison with electric and gasoline performances
It should be noted that such performances may be influenced by moderate speed driving. In normal driving conditions, especially at high speed, the range might decrease significantly. Compared to a purely electric car, this type of hybrid generally consumes more for an equivalent distance. However, the industry continues to progress with electric models displaying ranges of over 1,000 km and significantly reducing recharge times. The debate on the relevance of a huge range remains open.
