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The Chery Stockman is entering the growing plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute segment in Australia with a unique selling point: a turbo-diesel engine.

Customer deliveries of the ground-breaking dual-cab are set to begin from February 1, 2027. Not only is it the first diesel PHEV ute available in Australia, but it's also Chery's first ute in the local market.
The Stockman's diesel PHEV powertrain produces total system outputs of 350kW and 800Nm, but a petrol PHEV powertrain – like those found in rivals such as the BYD Shark 6 – will become available in the second half of 2027, producing 395kW and 1000Nm.
The petrol PHEV will also differ in featuring coil springs at the rear, with the diesel PHEV pitched as more of a load-hauler and offering leaf springs instead.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2027 Chery Stockman Urban | $52,990 |
| 2027 Chery Stockman Ultimate | $57,990 |
The Stockman rides on double-wishbone front suspension, and uses a live rear axle with leaf springs.

It features a four-wheel drive system with selectable 4H, 4L and 'Intelligent 4WD' modes, plus additional Turn Assist, Crawl Control and Expert Mode functions. The Urban features locking centre and rear differentials, with the Ultimate adding a locking front differential.
The Stockman can be driven in either EV or hybrid modes.
| Specifications | Chery Stockman |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L turbo-diesel 4cyl |
| Engine outputs | 140kW + 450Nm |
| Total system outputs | 350kW + 800Nm |
| Transmission | Dedicated Hybrid Transmission |
| Battery | 34kWh lithium iron phosphate |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.0-1.1L/100km |
| Electric range (WLTP) | 96km – all-terrain tyres 100km – highway-terrain tyres |
| CO2 emissions (claimed) | 25-30g/km |
| AC charge rate | 6.6kW |
| DC charge rate | 70kW |
| Fuel tank | 80L |
| Weight | 2690kg – Urban 2700-2735kg – Ultimate |
| Payload | 810kg – Urban 800kg – Ultimate, highway-terrain tyres 765kg – Ultimate, all-terrain tyres |
| Braked towing capacity | 3495kg |
| Gross vehicle mass (GVM) | 3500kg |
| Gross combination mass (GCM) | 6500kg |

| Dimensions | Chery Stockman |
|---|---|
| Length | 5450mm |
| Width | 2010mm |
| Height | 1895mm – Urban 1905mm – Ultimate, highway-terrain tyres 1930mm – Ultimate, all-terrain tyres |
| Wheelbase | 3250mm |
| Tub length | 1560mm |
| Tub width | 1560mm – total 1220mm – between wheel-arches |
| Tub depth | 505mm |
| Approach angle | 30 degrees |
| Departure angle | 25 degrees |
| Minimum ground clearance | 235mm – highway-terrain tyres 247mm – all-terrain tyres |
The Chery Stockman is backed by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, with the battery backed by a separate eight-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Up to seven years of roadside assistance is available if you service within the Chery network, while the brand also offers seven years of capped-price servicing.
The Chery Stockman has yet to be assessed by safety authority ANCAP.
There’s a full suite of safety features across the range, including:
The Ultimate adds a surround-view camera with a transparent chassis mode.
The Stockman diesel PHEV ute is available in two trim levels.

The Stockman Urban comes standard with the following equipment:
The Ultimate adds:
The Ultimate is available with 17-inch alloy wheels in 285/70 R17 all-terrain tyres.

Chery will offer a wide range of accessories through a partnership with Australian firm Ironman 4x4, covered by the same seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty as the vehicle if ordered in conjunction with it.
At launch, Chery will offer the following:




The Stockman is available in the following exterior colours:
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William Stopford is an automotive journalist with a passion for mainstream cars, automotive history and overseas auto markets.


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