Chery V5
The Chery V5, also known as Eastar Cross, is a compact MPV produced by the Chinese manufacturer Chery Automobile from June 2006 to 2015.
Malaysia
The Chery V5 was first introduced in Malaysia on 2 July 2006. It came with a 2.0 liter petrol engine and was called the Chery B14.A locally assembled version was launched on 3 September 2008 and was sold as the Chery Eastar. Unlike the earlier version, this model came with a 2.4 liter SOHC Mitsubishi long-stroke engine producing at 5,500 rpm and of torque at 3,000 rpm. It is mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting. It came with 1 year free service and a 3+2 year warranty.
Models | Standard Spec | High Spec |
Price | 79,888 | 86,888 |
LED lights rear lamps | Yes | Yes |
Side turn indicators on the wing mirrors | Yes | Yes |
Disc Brakes | Front and Back | Front and Back with ABS |
Radio | cassette player with 6 speakers | CD player with MP3 support |
Windows | Manual | Automatic |
Wheels | 16 inch steel wheels | 16 inch alloy wheels |
Steering Wheel Audio Control | No | Yes |
Traction control | No | Yes |
Airbag | No | Dual SRS airbags for the front |
Later, while opening a 3S center in Section 13, Petaling Jaya, they launched a version called the "ST". It added a new grille, LED running lights, a bodykit as well as some improvements to the interior material and trim. The vehicle, available only in a red exterior shade, went for RM96,888 on-the-road. June 2013 saw Chery Malaysia launch the Eastar XT.