Chery has revealed the interior of its upcoming ute, which is codenamed ‘KP31’. Due for release in late 2026, the new Chery ute will launch with a segment-first diesel plug-in hybrid drivetrain and its maker is holding a competition to name it, of which the finalists will be unveiled soon.

Showcasing upscale and high quality materials in a pre-production example of the KP31 at the ute’s reveal earlier in the year, the new Chery ute interior looks more modern than many rivals like the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux. A large central touchscreen dominates the cabin like so many modern cars, which shortcut buttons located below for the climate control and volume controls.

On the centre console is a gear selector, while surrounding buttons include a number of off-road controls like high- and low-range gearing and hill descent control. Green-coloured ambient lighting on the doors and dashboard adds to the expensive feeling inside, as do the soft touch materials on the doors and even suede on the dashboard. Of course, the model seen is a pre-production show car, but there’s strong potential for the best cabin quality in the ute segment.

5

Moving to the rear seat of the KP31, it’s clear to see that it will be more spacious than the aforementioned Ranger and HiLux, with a flat floor further adding to the feeling of space. Also adding to the feeling of space is a panoramic sunroof, which is a fairly unique feature in the ute market.

Aside from the interior, we don’t know much about the Chery ute aside from the existence of its diesel plug-in drivetrain, which is a segment first and the first PHEV system using diesel fuel in Australia. Chery’s naming competition for the new ute, which has reportedly received over 20,000 entrants.

The Chery ute is due to be launched locally in late 2026, with Australian pricing and specifications – and name – to be revealed closer to its launch.