iCar · 2026

V23

The mini electric G-Class — retro style for the young

A boxy retro design channeling Defender and G-Class vibes in a compact, affordable package. The V23 is a Chinese phenomenon, with iCAUR preparing its UAE launch after the V27's debut.

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390
PLANNED KM: 211
HP: TBA
0-100: 104
kW DC

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Availability and regional dealers

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Kuwait

Not locally available

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Confirmed markets

UAE

Announced — dealer details pending

Official manufacturer video

Luxury in motion

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From the official source

The car in pictures

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An EV Gulf guide page — specifications and prices are for research and comparison, not a vehicle sale listing.

Technical Specs

Official Range (CLTC/WLTP): 501 كم
Real Range (Gulf-tested): 390 كم
Power: 211 HP
Torque: 292 Nm
0-100 km/h: TBA
Top Speed: 140 km/h
Battery Capacity: 81.76 kWh
DC Fast Charging: 104 kW
AC Charging: 6.6 kW
Fast-charge time (30–80%)

Price reference for comparison

A reliable Gulf price reference is not available for this model yet.

In the Gulf

Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)

Gulf Pros

Unique styling — no lookalike in its class
210 mm clearance, excellent approach/departure angles
Large 81.76 kWh battery for its size

Watch out for

Gulf launch expected Sep 2026 — pricing unannounced
Top speed limited to 140 km/h
NMC battery — needs more heat care than LFP

What sets it apart

Verified OEM technologies that make this model stand out — from crab walk to battery swap.

24 factory mod ports — bolt on roof lights, off-road bumpers and accessories

43° approach, 41° departure and 210 mm clearance — real off-road numbers in a compact body

Exterior 'backpack' box on a side-hinged tailgate — Defender vibes, electric soul

Charging specs coming soon

iCar V23 is listed because it is official, but the brand has not yet published the final Gulf charging power or connector type.

نصائح خليجية

تجربة EV في الخليج تختلف — حر، رمضان، رمال، وطرق طويلة. هذه إرشادات عملية عامة، وتبقى تجربة كل موديل الفعلية مرتبطة بنسخته وسوقه.

حرارة الصيف (45-50°C)

اشحن قبل الفجر أو الليل لتقليل ضغط البطارية. اترك pre-conditioning ON قبل القيادة 10 دقائق.

أوقات الصلاة والشحن

Tesla Supercharger في الأفنيوز والمسجد قريب — احسب 20-25 دقيقة للشحن + الصلاة.

رمضان

اشحن قبل الإفطار (المحطات أهدأ). تجنّب الشحن السريع وقت الذروة 8-10 مساءً.

الرمل والغبار

نظّف فتحات التبريد كل أسبوعين. تجنّب القيادة في عواصف الغبار — يدخل غبار في charge port.

السفر بين الدول

خطّط محطات الشحن عبر PlugShare وخريطة EV Gulf. الكويت → السعودية: شحنة كاملة + محطة الحائل.

التأمين والصيانة

تأمين EV أرخص 15-25% من ICE في الكويت. صيانة دورية كل 15,000 كم بدل 5,000.

Real-Range Index

Curated estimate

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Strong

Summer real range · 45°C

281–347 km

Typically ~333 km — that's 66% of the 501 km rated range.

Based on a vetted Gulf real-world range + the published heat model.

Chinese car · China Access

How can you get the iCar V23?

We separate official dealer cars, independent-market stock, and direct China orders. Market presence does not automatically mean factory warranty or Arabic support.

access routes

Observed local availability

Local route observed

Seen in these markets through a dealer or independent channel. Verify the warranty provider before paying.

Independent importer

Awaiting local evidence

It may be in stock or inbound at an independent showroom without an official dealer. Warranty there comes from the seller, not guaranteed — exactly what our managed EV Gulf route replaces.

قارن مع موديل آخر

اطّلع على الفرق الحقيقي بين V23 وأي سيارة كهربائية ثانية.

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