Wedoany.com Report-Oct. 20, At the 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference on October 18 in Wuhu, Chery Automobile unveiled its first self-developed all-solid-state battery module, achieving a cell energy density of 600 Wh/kg, among the highest reported by Chinese automakers, according to CLS. The battery was developed by the Chery Solid-State Battery Research Institute, employing an in-situ polymerized solid electrolyte system paired with a lithium-rich manganese cathode.

The new Chery solid-state battery targets 1,300 km driving range per charge.

Chery highlighted the module’s robust safety performance, noting that it maintained power delivery during extreme abuse tests, including nail penetration and power-drill damage, without catching fire or emitting smoke. Vehicles equipped with the battery could theoretically travel over 1,500 km on a single charge, with real-world ranges expected to reach 1,300 km. The company confirmed plans for a pilot operation in 2026 and a broader rollout in 2027, which could position Chery ahead of competitors BYD and CATL, both targeting small-scale solid-state production in the same year.

The announcement follows a strong year for Chery in both exports and revenue. In September 2025, the company shipped 137,624 vehicles overseas, up 26.2% year-on-year, marking the fifth consecutive month with exports exceeding 100,000 units. For the first half of 2025, Chery’s revenue reached 141.6 billion yuan (19.5 billion USD), up 26.3% from the previous year. Following its major Hong Kong IPO, Chery allocated 35% of funds to vehicle R&D and 25% to next-generation technologies, emphasizing the strategic importance of the solid-state battery project.

Globally, the solid-state battery market is accelerating. Toyota recently partnered with Sumitomo Metal Mining to increase production of cathode materials for its own batteries, reflecting a worldwide push toward commercialization. EVTank projects that global solid-state battery shipments could reach 614 GWh by 2030, over 10% of total output, with a market size exceeding 250 billion yuan (34 billion USD).

Chinese research teams have also made progress. A team at Tsinghua University developed a 604 Wh/kg soft-pack solid-state cell using a fluoropolyether-based electrolyte, capable of withstanding puncture and 120 °C high-temperature tests, demonstrating the feasibility of large-scale applications. However, costs remain high, as all-solid-state batteries are currently estimated to cost 2.8 times more than liquid-electrolyte lithium-ion packs due to expensive sulfide materials and low production yields.

Chery’s debut of a 600 Wh/kg solid-state module represents a major technical milestone for both the company and China’s EV industry. If successfully industrialized, it could significantly extend driving range, accelerate adoption of next-generation electric mobility, and strengthen China’s position in advanced battery technology.