The Chinese invasion of Europe continues as the Seres 3 will arrive in the United Kingdom this spring.
Set to be distributed by IA Electric Vehicles, the crossover will be priced from £29,995 which means it will undercut the £30,195 BYD Dolphin as well as the £30,495 MG ZS. It will also be cheaper than a number of EVs from European brands.
IA Electric Vehicles didn’t say much about the model, but confirmed the entry-level Active trim will come “generously furnished” with a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, and a keyless ignition. Buyers will also find air conditioning, “leather-style” seats, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The company also implied the crossover will have LED lighting units and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Upgrading to the £31,995 Seres 3 Spirit will reward buyers with heated front seats, a wireless smartphone charger, and a panoramic sunroof. Other highlights include a passive entry system, power folding mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, and an upgraded audio system with six speakers.
Motivation comes from a 54 kWh lithium-ion battery, which powers a motor developing 161 hp (120 kW / 163 PS) and 144 lb-ft (195 Nm) of torque. This setup enables the crossover to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 8.9 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 96 mph (155 km/h).
The Seres 3 is slated to have a combined WLTP range of 205 miles (330 km) and a city range of 315 miles (507 km). When the battery is low, it can go from a 20% to 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes.
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On the safety front, there isn’t much to report as you’ll have to upgrade to the Spirit trim just to get cruise control and a lane departure warning system. That’s disappointing, but the standard model has six airbags, stability control, and a tire pressure monitoring system – among other things.
