Chinese automaker Chery has confirmed that it will introduce its first electric vehicle with a solid-state battery later this year. The technology will debut on the Liefeng model under Chery’s premium Exeed brand. This announcement comes weeks after Chery revealed a working solid-state battery prototype, marking a major step toward real-world use of the technology for solid-state battery EV cars in India.
Battery Technology
The Chery Solid-State Battery Research Institute developed Chery’s solid-state battery. The prototype battery has a cell energy density of 600 Wh/kg, which is significantly higher than that of current lithium-ion batteries. The battery uses an in-situ polymerised solid electrolyte combined with a lithium-rich manganese cathode. Unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries, it contains no flammable liquid components, improving safety and stability.
This development also adds weight to the solid state battery EV vs lithium ion debate. Solid-state batteries offer clear advantages in safety, energy density, and thermal stability over today’s lithium-ion setups, but scaling them up and keeping costs in check is still the big question.
Range And Performance
The Exeed Liefeng, which will be the first model to use this battery, is expected to deliver a driving range of up to 1,500 km under the Chinese CLTC test cycle. Chery says the battery continues to operate reliably at temperatures as low as -30°C, a condition where most EV batteries see sharp performance drops. The company claims this level of cold-weather operation is unmatched in current electric vehicles.
Vehicle Hardware
The Liefeng is expected to use an 800-volt electrical architecture, supporting high power delivery and fast charging. It will be powered by an electric motor capable of 30,000 rpm. According to reports, the EV is expected to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under three seconds and reach a top speed of 260 km/h, placing it in the high-performance EV category.
Other Exceed Models
Earlier, in December 2025, Chery had announced that the Exeed ES8 Shooting Brake would also feature solid-state battery technology. That model is expected to offer an electric-only range of around 1,000 km. Both the ES8 and the Liefeng share a similar front-end design, suggesting a common design language for Exeed’s next-generation EVs.
Rollout Plan
Chery plans to roll out solid-state battery vehicles in stages. The initial vehicles will be used by ride-hailing and car rental operators. This will allow Chery to observe how the batteries perform in regular, day-to-day use. After this stage, the company plans to move toward mass production in 2027.
Industry Context
In the wider EV space, solid-state batteries are seen as a natural next step. They can hold more energy than current batteries and avoid liquid components, which helps with safety and efficiency. This can translate into longer driving range or lighter battery packs, which could influence solid state battery EV price over time.
Globally, companies like QuantumScape and Factorial are also working on similar battery technology, with support from carmakers such as Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis. With this plan, Chery becomes one of the few major manufacturers to move solid-state batteries from the lab toward a production electric vehicle.
