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Farizon V7E Electric Van Debuts in Chile for Urban Deliveries
Geely’s commercial-vehicle brand has returned to the Chilean market with a medium electric van offering up to 338 km of city range and a 1,338 kg payload.
Autocosmos Chile (Chile) · 2026-10-01
GWM Adds Self-Charging Haval H6 Hybrid to Chilean Lineup
The front-wheel-drive Haval H6 Hybrid Deluxe pairs a 1.5-liter turbo engine with an electric motor, delivering 240 hp and 530 Nm. Its launch price is CLP 23,990,000, including a financing bonus.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-29
LEPAS L6 Wins Interior Design Award as Chile Debut Takes Shape
The Chery Group brand’s SUV was recognized in Turin, while L4 and L6 vehicles begin Chilean homologation and the company outlines its planned local lineup.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-28
GWM Launches Haval H7 Max in Chile with HEV and Plug-In Hybrid Options
The four-wheel-drive SUV is offered in two electrified trims, with combined output of 359 hp and prices starting at CLP 27,490,000 including applicable brand and financing bonuses.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-16
Chery Pledges Nearly $1.5 Billion to Advance Solid-State Batteries
The OMODA and JAECOO parent says about 1,200 engineers will work on the technology, with further validation stages planned from 2027.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-15
LEPAS Plans Chilean Entry as Two Models Enter World Car of the Year 2027 Pool
The L8 plug-in hybrid and L6 battery-electric vehicle are among 42 eligible cars. LEPAS says its Chilean lineup will span the L4, L6 and L8 families, but has not announced sales timing or pricing.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-10
Geely EX2 Earns Five-Star Ratings from Euro NCAP and ANCAP
Geely says its all-electric city car achieved the top rating under both agencies’ 2026 safety protocols, as plug-in vehicle sales grow in Chile.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-10
Chile Plug-In Hybrid Sales Surge 219.6% in First Seven Months of 2026
Chile recorded 4,429 plug-in hybrid sales from January to July. Lynk & Co also shared battery-care guidance and range figures for its 01 and 08 SUVs.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-09
Chery’s LEPAS Plans Chilean Entry With Multi-Energy Lineup
The new brand is preparing a nationwide sales and service footprint, with about 20 planned showrooms and long-term warranty coverage.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-07
OMODA | JAECOO Previews Hybrid JAECOO 5 and Updated OMODA E5 for Chile
The two electrified SUVs were shown at São Paulo’s Festival Interlagos, with the hybrid JAECOO 5 offering roughly 1,000 km of combined range and the refreshed E5 gaining more power and faster charging.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-05
Farizon brings five electric commercial vehicles to Chile for 2027
Geely’s commercial-vehicle brand is expanding its Chilean lineup with a mini-truck, three cargo vans and a minibus, backed by a new service arrangement with Gildemeister.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-04
BAIC to Show Four SUVs at Expo Auto Chile 2026
The Chinese automaker will present the X55, BJ30, BJ40 and BJ40 PRO at the Santiago event, running Sept. 3–6 with free admission.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-03
Leapmotor B10 Range-Extender Variant Arrives in Chile with Up to 900 km of Combined Range
The rear-wheel-drive B10 REEV Design pairs a 215 hp electric motor with a petrol generator and an 18.8 kWh battery. It is on sale in Chile from CLP 21,490,000, including applicable bonuses.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-09-03
GWM Chile backs the return of the Americas Rugby Championship
The automaker is supporting the 2026 tournament in Talcahuano, where Chile XV will open against Uruguay XV on August 29.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-08-27