Chery-JLR Freelander 8 First Edition revealed

Developed through the joint venture between Chery and Jaguar Land Rover, the Freelander 8 EREV First Edition has been revealed.

Chery-JLR Freelander 8 First Edition duo

Image: Chery-JLR

In late April 2026, the production-ready Freelander 8 EREV (extended range electric vehicle) made its official debut at the Beijing Auto Show. Now, the Freelander 8 First Edition has been revealed in China as the initial model from the new Freelander brand, established through the Chery-JLR joint venture.

Built on Chery’s iMAX platform, the Freelander 8’s 800 V electric architecture incorporates a 60.3 kWh battery pack – the latter serving up a claimed EV-only operating range of 221 km (CLTC). Co-developed with CATL, the battery supports 6C charging at rates of up to 350 kW. The modular platform utilises an i-ATS all-terrain system featuring Huawei Qiankun Intelligent Driving ADS 5.

The Freelander 8 First Edition’s dual electric-motor arrangement is paired with a 115 kW 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which serves as a generator for the battery. The EREV setup produces a combined power output of 412 kW. The all-wheel drivetrain features three differential locks – front mechanical, rear electronic limited-slip, and virtual centre.

The Freelander 8 measures 5 118 mm to 5 185 mm in length, 2 050 mm in width, and 1 898 mm to 1 926 mm in height, depending on the trim. The Chery-JLR co-developed SUV rides on closed dual-chamber air suspension. The Freelander 8 First Edition has a gross vehicle mass (GVM) of 3 495 kg.

Inside, the Freelander 8 adopts a minimalist cabin layout centred around a large infotainment touchscreen. Digital instrumentation is also present. The tech-focused interior also includes dual wireless smartphone charging trays and ambient lighting. A large, roof-mounted cinema screen for rear passengers is available as an option. The six-seat configuration features individual captain’s chairs in the second row.

First Edition buyers can choose between three limited-edition colours: Hot Lemon, Radiant Silver, and Twilight Purple.

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