Electric vehicle ( EV ) Industries

[hydrabadi_arab]

Cherry has questionable quality control issues, BYD are actually alot better on that front and their battery technology(longevity under recharging) is considered to be very good too..

For that we will need to wait some years. Warranty is good, it will be locally assembled so company isn't going anywhere. This should replace Yaris, Alsvin, Honda city or even Corolla. Because the saving on petrol alone will be Rs500k per year for 20k/km for the same price.

Long-Term Outlook​

Because the Chery Q is a brand-new release in 2026, there is currently no real-world, long-term reliability data from high-mileage owners. However, Chery has implemented several measures to address long-term durability:

• Structural Integrity: The vehicle is built around a 5-longitudinal, 8-transverse cage-like structure utilizing 82% high-strength steel.
• Environmental Protection: The battery and drivetrain carry an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, which provides essential protection in regions prone to monsoon rains or flooding.
• Manufacturer Warranties: To back up its reliability claims, Chery is offering extended coverage in its launch markets—such as a substantial 6-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty in Pakistan—indicating strong corporate confidence in the car's longevity.
• Battery Management: The 42.7 kWh battery supports up to 85 kW DC fast charging (replenishing from 30% to 80% in roughly 16 minutes), utilizing modern thermal management systems that help preserve battery cell health over years of charging cycles. Battery Warranty: 8 Years or 160,000 km

 

[Ali_Baba]

For that we will need to wait some years. Warranty is good, it will be locally assembled so company isn't going anywhere.

Why take the risk, if the collective track record reported by so many EV specialists is so bad on it as brand ? I wouldn't take the risk with my money, not worth the risk, let other's do the experiment.

 

[Michael]

Cherry has questionable quality control issues, BYD are actually alot better on that front and their battery technology(longevity under recharging) is considered to be very good too..

Chery and BYD share the same market positioning; both focus primarily on the low-to-mid-range segment for everyday transportation. Their technical capabilities in the automotive sector are comparable, though Chery holds a slight edge.

The turning point for them came with the advent of the electric vehicle (EV) era. While China was driving EV adoption as a national strategic priority, Chery failed to capitalize on this opportunity. In contrast, BYD started out as a battery manufacturer—originally producing backup batteries for mobile phones during the 2G era—and automobiles represent just one facet of its operations, which span numerous other technology sectors. Furthermore, BYD is headquartered in Shenzhen, a location that naturally fosters a keen sense of technological agility.

From then on, BYD embarked on a path of rapid growth, while Chery gradually fell into difficulties. However, Chery’s overseas expansion has consistently been very successful.

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As for your impressions—that issue certainly existed. However, our feeling is that the build quality of cars from both companies is poor. This is because they target the low-end market, where cost is the deciding factor.

However, they are capable of building "good cars".

Chery has its own high-end brand. At the same time, it also manufactures vehicles for internationally renowned brands like Land Rover and Jaguar. BYD has its own high-end brand, "Yangwang."

The issue is the price!

Virtually all Chinese EV brands today share essentially the same supply chains and technological frameworks. Price and quality are closely linked, while the relationship with the brand itself—though present—is minimal.

 

[hydrabadi_arab]

"Chery Q also changes the running-cost equation. Its 42.7 kWh battery, up to 400 km NEDC range and 9.4 km/kWh efficiency make it particularly relevant for households with solar. At 20,000 km annually, a typical petrol vehicle can cost approximately Rs488,000–569,000 in fuel, compared with approximately Rs30,000 for Q on solar."

Its a no brainer. You buy $20k ICE car, spend $20k in 10 years to drive it. After 10 years you spent $40k on ICE car vs $20k on Chery Q.

 

[Ali_Baba]

Chery and BYD share the same market positioning; both focus primarily on the low-to-mid-range segment for everyday transportation. Their technical capabilities in the automotive sector are comparable, though Chery holds a slight edge.

The turning point for them came with the advent of the electric vehicle (EV) era. While China was driving EV adoption as a national strategic priority, Chery failed to capitalize on this opportunity. In contrast, BYD started out as a battery manufacturer—originally producing backup batteries for mobile phones during the 2G era—and automobiles represent just one facet of its operations, which span numerous other technology sectors. Furthermore, BYD is headquartered in Shenzhen, a location that naturally fosters a keen sense of technological agility.

From then on, BYD embarked on a path of rapid growth, while Chery gradually fell into difficulties. However, Chery’s overseas expansion has consistently been very successful.

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As for your impressions—that issue certainly existed. However, our feeling is that the build quality of cars from both companies is poor. This is because they target the low-end market, where cost is the deciding factor.

However, they are capable of building "good cars".

Chery has its own high-end brand. At the same time, it also manufactures vehicles for internationally renowned brands like Land Rover and Jaguar. BYD has its own high-end brand, "Yangwang."

The issue is the price!

Virtually all Chinese EV brands today share essentially the same supply chains and technological frameworks. Price and quality are closely linked, while the relationship with the brand itself—though present—is minimal.

Here in the UK, BYD seem to have a better reputation, whereas Polestar is considered to have reliability issues, and same with Geely. As to whether that is because for the UK BYD has decided to take a different approach to "quality" for the UK market than the Geely family has, or if it is from better marketing is unknown.

 

[Ali_Baba]

"Chery Q also changes the running-cost equation. Its 42.7 kWh battery, up to 400 km NEDC range and 9.4 km/kWh efficiency make it particularly relevant for households with solar. At 20,000 km annually, a typical petrol vehicle can cost approximately Rs488,000–569,000 in fuel, compared with approximately Rs30,000 for Q on solar."

Its a no brainer. You buy $20k ICE car, spend $20k in 10 years to drive it. After 10 years you spent $40k on ICE car vs $20k on Chery Q.

Maintenance costs of electrical cars is very low with annual serving being filter changes etc. There is still an electrical gearbox that "eventually" needs servicing but it is not like an ICE based car. Reliability overall is much better as there are fewer moving parts. Battery life with this current generation is very good, and a car has a shelf life of 10-15 years. The reports of Tesla at 250k miles still have 85% batter life left is damn impressive!

My next car will be a Tesla(Model 3), most likely. Just looking into at the moment. It has the excellent charger network and the route planning with the charger network is fantastic.