Chery has officially resurrected the Arrizo 7 nameplate, pulling the covers off an all-new, second-generation compact sedan at the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show today.
Discontinued back in 2018, the Arrizo 7 returns attached to a vastly more sophisticated fastback silhouette. Interestingly, industry leaks suggest the vehicle was originally developed to be the next-generation Arrizo 5, before Chery opted to scale up the project and push the model slightly further upmarket.
Visually, the new sedan adopts the brand’s latest “Flowing Water Dynamics” design language. The front fascia is dominated by a large mesh-patterned grille and sharp headlight clusters, while the rear features a contemporary full-width light bar and a subtle roof-mounted spoiler. The resulting aesthetic carries undeniably strong European influences, bearing a striking resemblance to modern Audi fastbacks.
While full powertrain specifications are yet to be detailed from the Chengdu show floor, Chery’s current stable suggests a mix of small-capacity turbocharged petrol and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) options are highly likely to feature under the bonnet.
For the Australian market, Chery has focused almost exclusively on its Omoda and Tiggo SUV ranges since its recent local relaunch. However, if this sharp new Arrizo 7 is engineered for right-hand drive, it could serve as a compelling, budget-friendly disruptor against established sedans like the Hyundai i30 and Mazda 3, and the MG5.
What do you think, would you like to see more sedans joining the market in Australia?
