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.
ModelsStandard SpecHigh Spec
Price 79,88886,888
LED lights rear lampsYesYes
Side turn indicators on the wing mirrorsYesYes
Disc BrakesFront and BackFront and Back with ABS
Radiocassette player with 6 speakersCD player with MP3 support
WindowsManualAutomatic
Wheels16 inch steel wheels16 inch alloy wheels
Steering Wheel Audio ControlNoYes
Traction controlNoYes
AirbagNoDual 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.