Rely R8 Pickup Key Features: Performance, Capability and Technology Explained

Saudi Arabia: The Rely R8 Pickup is a double-cab pickup offered by Chery Commercial Vehicles in Saudi Arabia. The model combines a 2.3-litre diesel engine with 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrain options, while different variants are available with manual and automatic transmissions. The Rely R8 range is designed around commercial use, with a payload capacity of up to 1,200 kg, fuel efficiency of up to 13 km/l, and equipment such as a 12.3-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Rely R8 Engine and Performance

The Rely R8 uses a 2,298cc diesel engine with Euro 5 emissions compliance. The R8 is offered with different drivetrain and transmission configurations. The range includes a Standard 4x2 manual, Comfort 4x4 versions with manual and automatic transmissions, and a Limited 4x4 automatic.

Rely R8 Powertrain Specifications

Specification	Rely R8
Engine	2.3-litre diesel
Displacement	2,298cc
Output	120 kW / 163 hp at 3,500 rpm
Emissions	Euro 5
Transmission options	6-speed manual / automatic
Drive options	4x2 / 4x4

Rely R8 4x4 Capability

The Rely R8 is available with 4WD, with the Comfort and Limited variants offered with four-wheel drive. The Limited 4x4 automatic version adds selectable driving modes:

• Eco
• Standard
• Sport
• 4H
• 4L
• 2H

Rely R8 Exterior Features

The Rely R8 has a practical Pickup exterior with equipment designed for everyday commercial use. It brings automatic LED front headlights, fog lights, a roof rack, and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors. The Limited 4x4 automatic version also receives front cornering assistance lighting. The exterior colours in the R8 are as follows:

• White
• Red
• Silver
• Green
• Black

Rely R8 Interior Features

The Rely R8 cabin includes several convenience features designed for daily use. The official specification lists an electric air-conditioning system, remote engine start through the key and one-touch window closing through the remote. Arabic and English language support is also specified. The Limited 4x4 automatic adds front-seat ventilation.

Interior Highlights

• Electric air conditioning
• Remote engine start
• One-touch window closing from the remote
• Arabic and English language support
• Front-seat ventilation on Limited 4x4 AT
• Front USB and Type-C ports

Infotainment and Connectivity

Technology equipment varies across the Rely R8 range. The 12.3-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as one of the model's key features for Comfort versions, while the Limited 4x4 automatic gets a larger 15.6-inch central control screen. This gives buyers a choice between the equipment, with the Limited version receiving the largest central display in the range.

Rely R8 Safety Features

The Rely R8 comes with several electronic safety systems, including the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) and a tyre-pressure monitoring system. The Limited 4x4 automatic version adds ISOFIX child-seat mounting points and curtain airbags.

Safety Highlights

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Electronic Brake Assist (EBA)
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
• ISOFIX on Limited 4x4 AT
• Curtain airbags on Limited 4x4 AT
• Front and rear disc brakes

Rely R8 Chassis and Driving Equipment

The Rely R8 uses aluminium wheels and front and rear disc brakes. Steering equipment varies by variant: 

Chassis Specifications

Feature	Standard 4x2 MT	Comfort 4x4 MT/AT	Limited 4x4 AT
Drive	Rear-wheel drive	4WD	4WD
Steering	Hydraulic	Hydraulic	Electric
Brakes	Front and rear discs	Front and rear discs	Front and rear discs
Wheels	Aluminium	Aluminium	Aluminium
Ground clearance at full load	≥200 mm	≥200 mm	≥200 mm
Seats	5	5	5

Rely R8 Variants and Prices in Saudi Arabia

The Rely R8 prices start at SAR 62,000 before tax and registration.

Variant	Drive	Transmission	Price Before VAT	Price Including VAT
Standard 4x2 MT	4x2	Manual	SAR 62,000	SAR 71,300
Comfort 4x4 MT	4x4	Manual	SAR 67,200	SAR 77,280
Comfort 4x4 AT	4x4	Automatic	SAR 78,300	SAR 90,045
Limited 4x4 AT	4x4	Automatic	SAR 95,000	SAR 109,250

Final Word

The Rely R8 Pickup is a double-cab pickup focused on commercial capability. The Saudi range offers a choice of 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains and manual or automatic transmissions. Its main highlights include a payload capacity of up to 1,200 kg, a 2.3-litre diesel engine, 4WD capability and a range of practical cabin and safety features.

The higher Limited 4x4 automatic adds equipment such as a 15.6-inch central screen, front-seat ventilation, selectable 4WD driving modes, electric steering, ISOFIX and curtain airbags. Meanwhile, the range starts with the Standard 4x2 manual at SAR 62,000 before VAT and registration, giving buyers different equipment and drivetrain options within the Rely R8 lineup.

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