Chery Stockman
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| Manufacturer | Chery |
| Model code | KP31 |
| Also called | Rely Hi800 (China) |
| Production | Q4 2026 (to commence) |
| Assembly | China: Wuhu, Anhui |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size pickup truck |
| Body style | 4-door pickup truck |
| Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Kaitan Architecture |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | Series-parallel |
| Electric range | 100 km (62 mi) (NEDC |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,250 mm (128.0 in) |
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The Chery Stockman is an upcoming diesel plug-in hybrid mid-size pickup truck to be produced by Chery. It is claimed to be the first ever diesel plug-in hybrid pickup truck.[3]
Overview
[edit]The Stockman was previewed by the Rely P3X concept first showed at the Chengdu Auto Show on 2 September 2025. It was the first concept to be revealed under the Rely brand.[4] The Stockman is a double-cab pickup truck using a ladder frame chassis and is also the first model to use the Kaitan Architecture.[5]
A near-production model was revealed in Australia on 23 February 2026, tentatively named the Chery KP31.[6] In March 2026, Chery announced a competition for Australians to name the vehicle, starting on 12 March at 12:00 p.m. Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time (UTC+11:00), and closing at 11:50 p.m. AEDT on 26 March, with the winner to receive the first unit shipped to Australia.[7] In May Chery released a short list of the 20,000 names submitted: Outrider, Orca, Ironbark, Bushwalker, Stockman, Longreach, Ridgeback, Terra, and Mate. Australians then got to vote on which name was chosen.[8]
Chery will first launch the Stockman in Australia in late 2026. A petrol plug-in hybrid version will be made available in 2027.[3] It will feature coil spring rear suspension and a 2.0-litre four cylinder engine, with a combined output of 395 kW (530 hp) and 1,000 N⋅m (738 lb⋅ft).[9]
On 17 June 2026, Chery unveiled the official name of the KP31, the Chery Stockman,[10] named after the Australian term for people who mind livestock on a station. The name was also previously used in Australia by Suzuki for a Sierra-based pickup truck.[11] The Australian engineering firm Premcar assisted in local testing and tuning of the Stockman.[12]
Design
[edit]The Stockman's front end has been compared to that of the sixth-generation Ford Bronco because of its circular headlights, flat front end, and full-width grille. The back uses vertical taillights and "CHERY" stamped into black plastic trim on the tailgate. Box-flared fenders are utilized.[13]
Features
[edit]The Stockman uses front and rear skid plates, includes, recovery points, a snorkel, and six-lug wheels. Integrated steps are also used in the rear. The bed was designed to sit high above the chassis so that it has minimal intrusion from the wheel arches.[14] Large side-view mirrors and traditional door handles are also utilized.[15]
Powertrain and chassis
[edit]The Stockman uses a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 2.5-litre twin-turbocharged diesel inline 4 producing 210 kW (282 hp) and 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft) of torque paired with an electric motor,[4] making a combined 350 kW (469 hp) and 800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft) of torque. It has a claimed combined fuel consumption of 2 l/100 km (141 mpg‑imp; 118 mpg‑US).[2] The specs of battery are unknown, however the battery will be located towards the back of the frame.[15] The Stockman's engine has a thermal efficiency of 47% and is said to be 10% more economical than that of a conventional diesel engine.[16]
The Stockman will use front, center, and rear locking differentials and a low-range gearbox.[17] The front will use double wishbone suspension, with the rear using leaf springs.[2]
It will have a 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) payload capacity, a 750 kg (1,653 lb) unbraked towing capacity,[2] and a 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) braked towing capacity.[18]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Chery KP31 ute concept makes first international debut". Chery Australia. 23 February 2026. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 Brooke, Jacob (15 July 2026). "Chery Stockman Confirmed For Q4 2026 Launch, Petrol PHEV Variant To Follow". CarSauce. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- 1 2 Misoyannis, Alex (23 February 2026). "Chery ute: 'World's first' diesel plug-in hybrid dual-cab due in Australia late 2026". Drive.
- 1 2 White, Tom (8 November 2025). "2026 Chery ute to be hybrid at launch in Oz". CarsGuide.
- ↑ Boonzaier, Marius (2 September 2025). "Chery Unveils Rely P3X Hybrid Bakkie". CarMad.
- ↑ Bosch, Charl (23 February 2026). "Is this it? Wraps come 'export market' Chery KP31 concept bakkie". The Citizen.
- ↑ Zachariah, Ben (12 March 2026). "Chery invites Aussies to name its ground-breaking plug-in hybrid diesel ute". CarExpert. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
- ↑ Adams, Matt (7 May 2026). "Chery ute poised to use one of these nine shortlisted model names". Drive. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ Stopford, William (4 August 2026). "Aussie firm Premcar branches out from Nissan to work on Chery Stockman". CarExpert. Retrieved 4 August 2026.
- ↑ Williams, Jake (17 June 2026). "Chery's first Aussie ute is christened with new name after public vote". WhichCar.
- ↑ Misoyannis, Alex (17 June 2026). "2027 Chery Stockman name confirmed for new plug-in hybrid ute". Drive. Retrieved 17 June 2026.
- ↑ Misoyannis, Alex (4 August 2026). "2027 Chery Stockman recruits former Ford engineering firm for local testing". Drive. Retrieved 4 August 2026.
- ↑ Lee, Jonathan (23 February 2026). "Chery KP31 pick-up concept revealed – Ford Bronco-lookalike diesel PHEV truck coming to Malaysia?". Paul Tan's Automotive News.
- ↑ Zachariah, Ben (23 February 2026). "2027 Chery's off-road ute launching with diesel plug-in hybrid". CarExpert.
- 1 2 Bobylev, Denis (23 February 2026). "Chery to launch the first diesel PHEV ute in Australia this year". CarNewsChina.
- ↑ Linklater, David (24 February 2026). "Chery's new 1-tonner is the 'world's first' diesel PHEV ute - and it could be NZ-bound". Driven Car Guide.
- ↑ Cassidy, Kyle (23 February 2026). "Chery KP31 ute to offer plug-in diesel power in NZ". Autotrader NZ.
- ↑ Gibson, Tim (23 February 2026). "Diesel hybrid confirmed! 2026 Chery ute details revealed ahead of Australian debut for the brand's key BYD Shark 6 and Toyota HiLux challenger". CarsGuide.