Chery Australia has expanded its local C5 range with the introduction of a new hybrid powertrain, which gives buyers another option between the existing petrol-powered C5 and the fully electric E5.
The new Hybrid powertrain is available in Urban and Ultimate trim levels, and it starts from $31,990 drive-away and arrives in Australian dealerships this month.
Lucas Harris, COO of Chery Australia, said, “There’s no secret demand for New Energy Vehicles (NEV) is growing within the Australian market, and Chery aims to meet these requirements by offering customers the best of both worlds.”
“The C5 Hybrid is the ideal car for people who aren’t ready to jump completely into the EV space and still want the convenience of a petrol-powered vehicle.”
2026 Chery C5 Hybrid pricing and release date
The all-new 2026 Chery C5 Hybrid will arrive in Australian dealerships in July 2026. The Chery E5 Electric comes at a premium as compared to its Hybrid sibling, priced from $36,990 before on-road costs.
| Variant | Pricing (drive-away) |
|---|---|
| Chery C5 Urban Petrol | $29,990 |
| 2026 Chery C5 Urban Hybrid (New) | $31,990 |
| 2026 Chery C5 Ultimate Hybrid (New) | $34,990 |
| Chery C5 Ultimate Petrol | $34,990 |
Powertrain details of the 2026 Chery C5 Hybrid
The biggest changes are found beneath the bodywork. The C5 Hybrid uses a self-charging series-parallel hybrid system, known as SHS-H (Super Hybrid System Hybrid).
It combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a Permanent Magnet Synchronous electric motor. Power is delivered to the front wheels through a single-speed dedicated hybrid transmission.
| Specification | 2026 Chery C5 Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-L turbocharged petrol engine |
| Maximum power | 165kW (+57kW than Petrol sibling) |
| Maximum torque | 295Nm |
| Drive type | FWD |
| Hybrid system | Series-Parallel |
| Transmission | Single-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.9L/100km |
| CO2 emissions | 111g/km |
Chery C5 Urban Hybrid standard equipment
The entry-level Urban Hybrid variant comes equipped with:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Dual 12.3-inch displays (digital instrument cluster + multimedia)
- Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wired and wireless Android Auto
- Intelligent Voice Command (“Hello Chery”)
- Six-speaker sound system (four speakers and two tweeters)
- Premium steering wheel
- Synthetic leather seats
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Full suite of advanced driver assistance systems
Chery C5 Ultimate Hybrid standard equipment
The Ultimate hybrid variant adds these features and specifications in addition to the base variant:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Colour-selectable ambient lighting
- Eight-speaker Sony sound system (four speakers and four tweeters)
- 50W wireless phone charger
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power sunroof with sunshade
- Power tailgate
- 360-degree Around View Monitor
- Privacy glass for the rear doors and tailgate
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Exterior and interior of the 2026 Chery C5 Hybrid
The hybrid models retain the same distinctive exterior styling as the petrol-powered C5. The main visual differences are unique 17-inch alloy wheels on the Urban and 18-inch alloy wheels on the Ultimate
Inside the car, all variants continue to feature:
- Dual 12.3-inch displays
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Chery’s intelligent voice command system
Safety features of the 2026 Chery C5 Hybrid
Safety remains a major focus for the C5 Hybrid, with a comprehensive range of active and passive safety technologies. Its features include:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
- 7 airbags
The Ultimate also adds a 360-degree camera.
Ownership benefits of the all-new Chery C5 Hybrid
The C5 Hybrid is backed by an extensive ownership package like the rest of the Chery range.
- 7-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty
- 8-year unlimited-kilometre battery warranty
- 7 years of capped-price servicing
- Up to 7 years of roadside assistance
Bottom line
The new Chery C5 Hybrid gives Aussie buyers an electrified alternative to the existing petrol C5, with prices starting from $31,990 drive-away. The new C5 Hybrid broadens the brand’s growing range of new energy vehicles locally, with generous standard equipment, a comprehensive suite of safety features and Chery’s extensive warranty coverage.
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