iCAUR V 25

UAE households with home charging that want electric-feeling daily driving and petrol-backed inter-emirate trips. Buyers who prefer a classic squared-off SUV, physical controls and a side-opening rear tailgate. Campers who can benefit from advertised 6 kW external power and flexible bed-mode seating. Buyers considering the AWD Flagship for occasional outdoor routes, subject to confirming clearance and tyres. Buyers who need immediate, confirmed UAE delivery rather than a coming-soon registration. Drivers requiring a tested WLTP electric range or independently verified UAE consumption. Serious dune enthusiasts unwilling to validate tyre, clearance, underbody and recovery specifications. Shoppers who require firm trim-specific prices, warranty or luggage-volume figures before a deposit.

The V25 REEV is listed with two traction-battery capacities: 20.47 kWh for the Comfort and Premium rear-wheel-drive variants and 34.31 kWh for the dual-motor Flagship. A turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine acts as the range extender, producing electricity to support electric propulsion.

iCAUR quotes up to 150 km of pure-electric range and more than 800 km of combined range using NEDC measurements. These are not WLTP ratings and are not guaranteed UAE real-world results. Note – this is to be tested once the car is launched in the UAE. Air-conditioning load, sustained 120–140 km/h driving, hot battery conditions, tyres and dunes can all reduce achieved range. A cautious illustrative 20–30% reduction from the 150 km NEDC claim gives roughly 105–120 km; this is a scenario, not a measured V25 result. Check individual variant range because the batteries differ substantially.

A villa wallbox should make daily electric driving convenient, particularly with the 34.31 kWh Flagship battery. For energy-only illustration, replenishing 20.47 kWh at AED 0.23/kWh costs AED 4.71, while 34.31 kWh costs AED 7.89, excluding losses, utility surcharges and any variable tariffs. These are examples rather than current all-in UAE bills.

The model-specific UAE website states 30–80% DC charging in 30 minutes.

The boxy exterior creates an upright cabin with broad side glass and a raised seating position. The V25 has extensive soft-touch surfaces, including suede-like headlining and padded fascia trim. There is dual-zone climate control for the line-up, with added panoramic roof, ambient lighting and heated/ventilated driver’s seat on Premium and Flagship.

The cockpit combines a 15.4-inch 2.5K touchscreen and an 8-inch instrument display. However, the car also has physical shortcuts and an 8+X drive-mode dial rather than touchscreen-only control. The 4-degree A-pillar blind-spot angle is minimal and the driver enjoys a relatively high seating position.

The air conditioning has Dual-zone climate control. Heated and ventilated driver-seat functions are attributed specifically to upper trims. There is a shaded panoramic roof which will be beneficial in Abu Dhabi and Dubai summer conditions.

The V25 offers a side-opening tailgate and rear-mounted spare wheel. There is a flat-folding rear bench that can create a sleeping area, and another configuration that uses reclined front seats. This flexibility suits camping and bulky equipment. A verified luggage capacity in liters and precise flat-floor length are not published yet and will need to be determined when the vehicle is launched in the UAE. The side-opening door also requires rear clearance when parked close to walls or other vehicles.

A high-resolution 15.4-inch central display and 8-inch instrument screen is standard with fast interface response and physical shortcuts for frequently used controls. The exact processor, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support, navigation maps, Arabic menus, over-the-air update scope and app features are not yet independently confirmed for the UAE-delivered V25.

The V25 has six airbags, direct tyre-pressure monitoring, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, door-opening warning, front/rear parking radar and a surround-view camera across all three trims. Premium and Flagship add adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance and forward-collision warning. A model-specific independent NCAP crash-test rating was not verified.

The V25’s architecture is intended to provide electric-motor response while the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine replenishes electrical energy as required. The tall driving position, square proportions and cabin flexibility target a different experience from a conventional road-biased crossover.

Comfort and Premium use one 185 kW rear motor and are quoted at 8.9 seconds from 0–100 km/h. The Flagship adds a 150 kW front motor for 335 kW combined (approximately 449 hp), 505 Nm of maximum torque and a quoted 6.5-second 0–100 km/h time. The headline power is strong for a family-oriented rugged SUV, but launch acceleration may not reflect prolonged 140 km/h motorway running at low battery charge. Ask for a sustained-speed demonstration.

REEV vehicles normally blend regenerative and friction braking, but model-specific V25 regeneration adjustment, braking distances and pedal feel have not yet been published or tested for the model which will launch in the UAE. The dealer confirms parking sensors and camera assistance; but has not yet detailed stopping performance.

Premium and Flagship enjoy adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance and forward-collision warning. These are driver-assistance functions rather than autonomous operation. Drivers remain responsible for steering, braking and observation, and dust, glare, faded markings or construction can affect assistance.

The V25 measures 4,756 mm long, 1,920 mm wide and 1,850 mm tall on a 2,820 mm wheelbase. This is a substantial, upright SUV that prioritises cabin height and design presence. The car will have 19-inch Giti tyres for Comfort/Premium and 21-inch Goodyear tyres for Flagship. Steering response, suspension specification and body-roll control are not confirmed by an independent local drive; 21-inch wheels may give a sharper ride on broken tarmac, depending on the final tyre specification.

The combination of an upright body, a long wheelbase for its length and available seat comfort suggests an SUV focused on everyday practicality. However, tyre sizes, road surfaces, suspension tuning and mass affect ride quality, so softness and refinement cannot responsibly be rated from marketing specifications alone. Buyers should assess rumble strips, speed bumps and highway wind noise with the exact trim they intend to order.

The Flagship’s dual-motor AWD is the variant of most interest for UAE desert and wadi use. The manufacturer highlights an 8+X mode dial, 1.8-tonne towing capability and 6 kW external power output for camping equipment. These are advertised abilities, not proof of serious dune or rock-crawling performance. Ground clearance, approach/departure angles, wading depth, tyre load ratings and underbody protection have not yet been verified for the UAE V25.

The iCAUR in the UAE is sold through the Omeir Bin Youssef Group for Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, Autorun for Dubai, and Galadari for Sharjah/Northern Emirates. The final V25-specific vehicle, battery and range-extender warranty lengths, service intervals and launch service packages have not yet been established pre-launch.

Because the V25 is still entering the UAE market, grey-import examples could differ in charging connectors, software language, connected services, safety calibration and warranty eligibility. Such differences can be particularly important for a range-extender model requiring both combustion-generator and high-voltage support. The AED 139,999 Dubai dealer teaser price provides a useful benchmark, but buyers should compare written delivered specifications, registration eligibility and after-sales coverage before considering imports.

Autorun currently advertises a starting price of AED 139,999 including VAT, while the V25 remains listed as arriving soon. The manufacturer states 6.6 L/100 km combined fuel consumption on the NEDC cycle; that is not a measured UAE mixed-use figure and the operating cost will depend heavily on charging frequency. As a transparent example, 10,000 km at 6.6 L/100 km would require 660 litres of petrol, whereas electric use adds household charging costs. Insurance, tyres, service plans, registration, depreciation and variant-specific purchase prices are not yet sufficiently published to construct a reliable three-year UAE total-cost comparison.