Chery launches new Delivan brand with 2027 UK launch target
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
Chinese car giant Chery has officially launched its new van brand, Delivan, at the 2026 Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham.
Instead of the usual small, medium and large sizing, Delivan is talking about "layers" of technology and service. In plain English, they are building vans that can be easily customised for different jobs.
At the show, they revealed three main ideas.
The Main Van is a purpose-built electric van designed for everyday deliveries and trade use.
The Micro-Cargo is a tiny, nimble van meant for getting around narrow city streets where a standard Transit might struggle.
The Robot-Cargo is a futuristic, self-driving pod designed for moving goods around large private sites like hospitals or warehouses.
Chery is leaning heavily on tech. It wants its vans to be "connected," meaning the vehicle can talk to the fleet manager to report on battery health, suggest maintenance before something breaks and help plan the most efficient routes.
The range will be split into three tiers:
- Delivan Pro: The "workhorse" version focused on reliability and getting the job done.
- Delivan X: A flexible version that allows owners to swap and change parts of the van to suit specific trades.
- Delivan I: The flagship version packed with the most advanced sensors and data tools to help businesses save money on running costs.
Chery says it has chosen the UK as the global launchpad for Delivan because it has one of the most advanced electric vehicle markets in the world. With brands like Jaecoo already performing well in the UK sales charts in early 2026, Chery clearly believes they can repeat that success with vans.
For builders, delivery drivers and fleet owners, this means more choice is on the way. While we don't have prices or final battery ranges yet, Delivan is positioning itself as a high-tech, electric-first alternative to the established names. Watch this space for more details as we move toward that 2027 launch.
