JSW Motors Electric SUV Design Patented in India With AWD

JSW Motors Electric SUV Gets India Design Patent

JSW Motors electric SUV based on the Chery iCaur V23 has received a design patent in India, revealing several exterior changes for the India-spec version. The overall shape remains closely related to the international model, retaining its boxy profile, circular LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, black surrounds, side steps and flared wheel arches. However, the patented design shows a revised closed-off grille and a different alloy wheel design. A rectangular element between the C- and D-pillars also appears on the India-spec model, while the international version does not have this feature. The patent images further reveal a panoramic sunroof, which is not offered on the international-spec SUV.

Exterior Design Changes From the International Model

The India-spec SUV keeps several recognizable styling elements from the Chery iCaur V23, including the circular lighting arrangement, rugged body cladding and upright proportions. The front bumper appears unchanged, but the closed-off grille has been redesigned for the version intended for India. Along the side, the alloy wheels have a different design, while the rectangular component positioned between the C- and D-pillars creates another visual distinction. The rear appears substantially unchanged, with slim LED tail-lights and a storage box mounted on the tailgate. These changes indicate that the JSW Motors version will retain the core design language while receiving several market-specific exterior details.

Interior Expected To Follow the iCaur V23

The cabin of the India-spec SUV is expected to remain broadly similar to the international model, with changes likely focused on appearance and upholstery rather than the fundamental dashboard layout. The international iCaur V23 uses a minimalist dashboard without a conventional driver’s display, with instrumentation presented through a 15.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The cabin also features a three-spoke steering wheel with mounted controls and rotary controls positioned below the touchscreen for drive modes, audio and climate functions. The SUV has seating for five occupants and uses leatherette upholstery. The India-spec model could receive a different cabin theme and new seat upholstery, although major changes to the dashboard design are not expected.

Potential Dual-Motor AWD Setup for India

International versions of the SUV are available with 59.93kWh and 81.76kWh battery options. The smaller battery is paired with a rear-mounted electric motor producing 134hp and 180Nm, while the larger battery is available with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 208hp and 292Nm. The smaller battery has an NEDC-claimed range of 360km, compared with 430km for the larger battery. Sources cited in the original report indicate that JSW Motors could bring the dual-motor AWD configuration to India. This configuration would support the model’s expected positioning as an electric off-roader and distinguish it from versions using the smaller battery and rear-mounted motor.

Expected Positioning and Price

The upcoming electric SUV is expected to target buyers seeking a more rugged alternative within the growing electric vehicle market. According to the original report, JSW Motors is expected to position the model against the Mahindra Thar Roxx and Force Gurkha 5-door, with an expected price of around Rs 20 lakh. The potential use of the larger battery and dual-motor AWD system would align with that positioning, while the patented exterior changes give the India-spec model a distinct identity. The combination of a boxy design, five-seat cabin, panoramic sunroof and potential AWD configuration could make the SUV notably different from more conventional electric SUVs available in the same broad price range.

India-Spec Electric SUV Key Specifications

The available international specifications provide the technical reference point for the upcoming India-spec model, while the dual-motor AWD configuration remains an expected specification rather than a confirmed final configuration. The following figures preserve the battery, power, torque and range details stated for the international Chery iCaur V23, alongside the reported expectations for the India version. The smaller battery uses a rear-mounted motor, while the larger battery is paired with two electric motors and all-wheel drive. The India-spec model is also expected to retain the basic five-seat interior architecture of the international SUV.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The development could expand the range of electric SUVs competing for buyers interested in rugged styling and all-wheel-drive capability, particularly if the India-spec model receives the larger battery and dual-motor setup as expected. For JSW Motors, the project combines an established international vehicle design with market-specific exterior changes and a potentially differentiated electric off-road positioning. The expected price of around Rs 20 lakh would place the SUV in direct consideration against established rugged vehicles such as the Mahindra Thar Roxx and Force Gurkha 5-door. The next significant details will be the final India-spec powertrain, battery configuration, equipment, pricing and launch timing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JSW Motors electric SUV based on?
The JSW Motors electric SUV is based on the Chery iCaur V23 and retains much of its international design and cabin architecture. The India-spec version has a patented exterior showing a revised closed-off grille, different alloy wheels, a rectangular element between the C- and D-pillars, and a panoramic sunroof. The cabin is expected to remain broadly similar to the international model, including its minimalist dashboard and 15.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The India version could also receive a different cabin theme and fresh seat upholstery while retaining the basic five-seat layout.

What powertrain could the India-spec SUV use?
The India-spec SUV could use the larger 81.76kWh battery and dual-motor AWD configuration offered internationally. That setup produces 208hp and 292Nm, while the smaller 59.93kWh battery uses a rear-mounted electric motor producing 134hp and 180Nm. Internationally, the smaller battery has an NEDC-claimed range of 360km and the larger battery has a claimed range of 430km. The original report indicates that the dual-motor AWD version is being considered for India, where the SUV is expected to be positioned as an electric off-roader.