The 2026 CHERY QQ3 will officially open for pre-sale on March 10th, starting at RMB 68,800. It is the world's first A0-class pure electric small car equipped with Qualcomm 8155 + City NOA, boasts a wheelbase exceeding that of B-class cars, a 70L front trunk, and a 15.6-inch 2.5K large screen, making commuting a more affordable option.
Pre-sale Date: March 10, 2026
Pre-sale Price Range: RMB 68,800 – RMB 97,900
Blind Pre-order Results: Over 10,579 orders within 20 minutes of opening
Launch Method: Simultaneous launch across China
Market Insight: In the microcar market dominated by Wuling Hongguang MINI EV (starting at RMB 55,800) and Changan Lumin (starting at RMB 49,900), the CHERY QQ3 breaks the mold with its "superior intelligence," bringing L2+ intelligent driving and a flagship cabin to a price below RMB 70,000 for the first time, resonating with young consumers' desire for "intelligent equality."
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Vehicle dimensions |
Length 4195mm × Width 1811mm × Height 1569mm |
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wheelbase |
2700mm (Longest in its class, comparable to compact sedans) |
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Curb weight |
1275kg |
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Battery Type |
Guoxuan High-Tech Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery |
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Battery capacity |
29.48kWh / 41.28kWh |
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CLTC pure electric range |
310km (base model) /420km(high-end model) |
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Charging performance |
Fast charging from 30% to 80% takes only16.5 minutes . |
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Powertrain |
Rear-mounted, rear-wheel drive; single motor options include58kWor90kW. |
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Top speed |
125km/h |
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Drive type |
Rear-wheel drive + rear multi-link independent suspension |
✅ Authoritative data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology: A wheelbase of 2700mm is unique in its class, with a space utilization rate of up to 85%, achieving the engineering miracle of "small car, large space."
✅ Lithium iron phosphate + liquid cooling temperature control: High safety, long cycle life, and better-than-average low-temperature performance degradation control.
3.1 Intelligent Cockpit: 8155 Chip + 2.5K Large Screen, Superior Experience
15.6-inch Floating 2.5K Central Control Screen: Resolution comparable to high-end tablets, smooth touch with no lag
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 Automotive-Grade Chip: Computing power reaches 128 TOPS, supporting multi-tasking and continuous voice dialogue
AI Lingxi Intelligent Cockpit System:
Supports "See and Speak"—Tap your finger, and your voice will execute
Supports CarPlay / Hicar / Carlink smartphone connectivity across the entire range
256-color rhythmic ambient lighting + 50W air-cooled wireless charging
Multi-Scenario Modes: Nap Mode, Pet Mode, Camping Mode, Sentry Mode
3.2 Intelligent Driving: Falcon 500 System, the Only Urban NOA in the 70,000 RMB Price Range
The "Falcon 500" advanced driver assistance system is standard across the entire range.
Supports City NOA Navigation-Assisted Driving (Highway + Urban Area Full-Scenario Coverage)
Full-Scenario Automatic Parking: One-click completion of perpendicular, parallel, and angled parking
540° Panoramic Imaging: Includes a transparent chassis, making narrow road passage effortless
Equipped with 12 ultrasonic radars + 4 surround-view cameras, accurately identifying obstacles even without lidar
3.3 Space and Design: Classic Return, Extensive Details
Electric Front Trunk: 80L capacity, easily fits a carry-on suitcase or 3 shopping bags
Rear Trunk Capacity: Standard 375L, expands to 1450L with 4/6 split-folding rear seats
18 Storage Spaces: Door panels, center console, cup holders, and seatback pockets are all included
Exterior Design:
"Lightweight Geometry" language, rounded body continues the classic QQ "smiling face" shape
C-pillar "Q" logo pays homage to nostalgia
Semi-concealed door handles + 16/17-inch two-tone wheels, combining a sense of technology with approachability
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parameter |
CHERY QQ3 2026 model |
GEELY Xingyuan |
Changan Lumin 2026 |
Wuling Hongguang MINI EV 2026 model |
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Price range |
RMB 68,800–97,900 |
RMB 75,800–99,800 |
RMB 49,900–58,900 |
RMB 32,800–55,800 |
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Vehicle length |
4195mm |
3980mm |
3293mm |
3256mm |
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wheelbase |
2700mm |
2200mm |
1980mm |
2190mm |
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Pure electric range |
310–420km |
310–401km |
205–301km |
120–301km |
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Intelligent driving |
City NOA+ All-Scenario Parking |
L2 level support |
L2 level support |
L2 level support |
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Cockpit chip |
Qualcomm 8155 |
Qualcomm 8155 |
MediaTek MTK |
Low computing power chips |
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Central control screen |
15.6 -inch 2.5K |
10.25 inches |
10.25 inches |
7 inches |
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Front trunk |
80L |
70L |
none |
none |
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Fast charging speed |
30%-80%:16.5 minutes |
30%-80%: 21 minutes |
35 minutes (optional) |
Fast charging is not supported. |
Conclusion: The QQ3 is the only model under 70,000 RMB to achieve a triple flagship configuration of "City NOA + 8155 chip + 2700mm wheelbase," comprehensively surpassing its competitors in space, intelligence, and charging capabilities, offering unparalleled value for money.
The 2026 CHERY QQ3 is not a simple "rebadge upgrade," but a complete subversion of the stereotype that "micro electric vehicles = low-end commuting" by Chinese brands:
It proves with its 2700mm wheelbase that space is not achieved by simply increasing vehicle length, but by optimizing platform design.
It proves with its 8155 chip + City NOA that intelligent experiences should not be exclusive to models priced above 300,000 RMB.
With a starting price of 68,800 yuan, it proves that a true "people's car" is a smart, safe, and dignified means of transportation that ordinary people can afford.