How does it compare?
Chery QQ Ice Cream might sound like a whimsical delight, but this punchy hatchback from China, with its 41 horses under the bonnet, is not just a sweet treat—its a serious contender. Nestled within the same price brackets and class are the ChangLi Nemica, Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, Baojun E200, and Great Wall Motors Ora R1. Lets take these electric pocket rockets for a spin and see how they stack up against each other.
Range
First off, the range. The Chery QQ Ice Cream offers a polite 205 km (127 mi) on a single charge. Not staggering, but neither is it slouching. The ChangLi Nemica rolls out with 150 km (93 mi), more like a lazy Sunday drive. Compare that to the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, which provides a modest 170 km (106 mi). The Baojun E200 steps a bit higher with 210 km (130 mi), just nudging past our QQ Ice Cream. However, it’s the Ora R1 that steals the show with 301 km (187 mi). Clearly, the QQ Ice Cream isn’t the range king here, but it’s certainly not left in the dust either.
Acceleration
In terms of acceleration, none of these vehicles are about to make your neck snap. The Chery QQ Ice Cream will toot along at a leisurely pace, reaching a max speed of 100 km/h (62 mph). The ChangLi Nemica hums along at 45 km/h (28 mph)—more milk float than hot hatch. The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV surprises with a top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph), matching the QQ Ice Cream. The Baojun E200 ups the ante slightly to 105 km/h (65 mph), while the Ora R1 pushes forward confidently up to 102 km/h (63 mph). So, if pedal-to-the-metal excitement is your thing, you might want to shop elsewhere.
Power
Regarding power, the Chery QQ Ice Cream, with its 41 horsepower, feels akin to a playful puppy. The ChangLi Nemica, with its minuscule 1.5 kW (2 h.p.), is really more of a trinket. The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV ticks up to 20 kW (27 h.p.), offering something more palpable. The Baojun E200 boasts an impressive 39 kW (52 h.p.), while the Ora R1 tops the lot with 48 kW (64 h.p.), bringing a bit more muscle to the game. The QQ Ice Cream might not flex its biceps the hardest here, but its respectably muscular for its class.
Charging Time
Next on the docket, charging time. The Chery QQ Ice Cream with its 17.4 kWh battery, doesnt have a factory-confirmed fast-charging time yet. The ChangLi Nemica charges its feeble cells in about six to eight hours using a standard outlet. The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV claims about six to eight hours as well, which is a fair pit stop. The Baojun E200 asks for a slightly shorter nap of 4.5 hours. Finally, the Ora R1 can sip its juice in 5 to 6 hours, a tad quicker on the uptake. The QQ Ice Cream is fairly average here—neither lagging nor leaping ahead fiercely.
Price
When it comes to shelling out your hard-earned cash, here’s where they all stand. The Chery QQ Ice Cream delights at a mere $6,900 (£5,600/ € 6,500). The ChangLi Nemica goes for about $8,900 (£7,200/ €8,400), while the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV tags along at approximately $4,800 (£3,850/ €4,550). The Baojun E200 asks for a bit more at $9,300 (£7,500/ €8,800). The Ora R1 comes in the highest at approximately $8,600 (£6,900/ €8,100). The QQ Ice Cream presents itself as a tantalizingly budget-friendly option, and who can argue with savings while still getting a capable ride?

