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Chery C5 Hybrid 2026 review Australia: New petrol-electric SUV targets MG ZS & Toyota Corolla Cross

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First reported by CarsGuide · 18 October at 5:00 pm

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CarsGuide·Motoring press·18 October at 5:00 pm

Chery C5 Hybrid 2026 review Australia: New petrol-electric SUV targets MG ZS & Toyota Corolla Cross

Chery has added hybrid power to its C5 small SUV, and Emily Agar is behind the wheel of the entry-level Hybrid Urban. Priced from $31,990 drive-away, it sits below the $34,990 Hybrid Ultimate and…

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The quick read

  • Chery's C5 Hybrid Urban is priced from $31,990 drive-away
  • The C5 Hybrid targets the MG ZS and Toyota Corolla Cross
  • Chery has added hybrid power to its C5 small SUV
  • The Hybrid Ultimate is priced at $34,990

For dealers: Australian dealers should take note of Chery's competitive pricing in the small SUV segment

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The ADME angle

The arrival of the Chery C5 Hybrid at a sharp $31,990 drive-away price will put pressure on other small SUV manufacturers to review their pricing strategies

Pricing and Margin

The C5 Hybrid's pricing undercuts the MG ZS and Toyota Corolla Cross, which will likely force these competitors to reassess their pricing and margin expectations

Chery's aggressive pricing is a deliberate strategy to gain traction in the Australian market, and dealers should be prepared for a potential influx of customers seeking value-driven options

Competitor Response

MG and Toyota will need to respond to Chery's pricing challenge, potentially by offering incentives or discounts to maintain sales volume and market share

The C5 Hybrid's hybrid powertrain also presents a challenge to other manufacturers, as it offers a fuel-efficient alternative to traditional petrol-powered SUVs

Showroom Traffic

Dealers can capitalize on the interest generated by the C5 Hybrid by ensuring they have a robust marketing and lead handling strategy in place to capture potential customers

This week, dealers should review their inventory and pricing strategies to ensure they are competitive in the small SUV segment, and consider offering test drives of the C5 Hybrid to potential customers

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