Chery Stockman Ute Lands Q4 2026: How to Accessorise Australia's First Diesel PHEV Ute
CarMoods TeamChery has just given Australian ute buyers something genuinely new. The brand's first dual-cab, the Stockman, has racked up more than 1,000 pre-orders ahead of a launch in the final quarter of 2026 — and it arrives with a powertrain no other ute here can match: a long-range diesel plug-in hybrid.
Codenamed KP31 and confirmed as the Stockman in mid-2026, the dual-cab pairs a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel with an electric motor for a claimed 350kW and 800Nm, 3,500kg braked towing and a 1,000kg payload. Chery quotes up to 100km of electric-only range on the older NEDC cycle and combined fuel use as low as 2.0L/100km, with a petrol PHEV to follow in 2027.
It lands squarely in the sights of the BYD Shark 6, Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux. If you've put your name down, or you're simply weighing up Australia's newest workhorse, here's how to make the cabin and tray work as hard as the drivetrain — and where to start with Chery-branded gear from our Chery accessories range.
Jump to: Why a PHEV ute changes your kit list · Dress the cabin first · Tame the tray and boot · Long-haul comfort · Our top picks · FAQ
Why a plug-in ute changes your kit list
A diesel PHEV ute is a genuine dual-purpose vehicle. Around town it can run on battery like an EV; on the open road and under load it behaves like a torquey diesel. That split personality means your accessories should cover both jobs — comfort for the daily commute and durability for weekend towing and worksite duty.
The good news for Stockman buyers is that Chery already sells here through its Tiggo, Omoda and Jaecoo ranges, so brand-matched accessories are established. Many pieces in our Chery collection suit the wider Chery family and translate neatly to a new dual-cab cabin.
Dress the cabin first
A ute cabin takes a beating — muddy boots, work gloves, sunscreen and long hours behind the wheel. The steering wheel is where you notice quality first. A snug suede cover adds grip on early starts and protects the factory rim from wear, and it's one of the cheapest ways to lift a hard-wearing interior.
Chery Suede Leather Steering Wheel Cover
Keeping the cabin tidy matters just as much. A seat-back tissue holder and organiser keeps essentials off the floor and within reach — handy when the tray is full and the cabin is doing double duty as storage.
Leather Tissue Box Holder & Seat Back Organiser
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Fit soft-touch items like a wheel cover and organiser on delivery day, before the interior sees its first muddy work boot. It's far easier to protect a new cabin than to restore a worn one.
Tame the tray and boot
Utes swallow gear, but loose items slide, rattle and get lost. A compartmentalised boot organiser stops tools and shopping from rolling around, and a folding trash bin keeps the cabin liveable on long jobs and road trips. Both are simple wins you'll use every single day.
Browse the full range of tidy-up gear in our interior accessories collection.
Long-haul comfort for the tow rig
With 3,500kg of towing on tap, the Stockman will spend plenty of weekends hauling a boat, van or trailer. Long stints behind the wheel are where a headrest pillow earns its keep — it supports your neck on the highway and takes the edge off the last hour of a big drive.
Premium Car Seat Neck Pillow Headrest
And for the muddy realities of worksite and campsite life, a proper brolly beats a soggy jacket. A branded automatic umbrella lives happily behind the seat.
Chery Branded Fully Automatic Umbrella
Planning a big trip once yours arrives? Our travel & road trip essentials collection has the rest of the checklist covered.
Get ready before delivery day
The Stockman's pre-order numbers suggest plenty of these utes will be on Australian driveways by early 2027. The smart move is to sort your accessories now, so the cabin is protected and the tray is organised from the very first drive rather than after the first mess.
Start with the pieces you'll touch every day — the wheel, the seats and the storage — then build out from there. Explore the full Chery accessories range to match your new ute.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When does the Chery Stockman go on sale in Australia?
Chery has confirmed a launch in the final quarter of 2026, with more than 1,000 pre-orders already taken. Pricing is expected closer to launch, likely lining up against rivals like the BYD Shark 6.
2. What makes the Stockman different from other utes?
It's set to be Australia's first diesel plug-in hybrid ute, pairing a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel with an electric motor for a claimed 350kW, 800Nm, 3,500kg towing and up to 100km of electric-only range on the NEDC cycle.
3. Will Chery accessories fit the new Stockman?
Chery already sells accessories for its Tiggo, Omoda and Jaecoo ranges. Universal-fit items like steering wheel covers, neck pillows, boot organisers and trash bins carry across easily; always check listing details for model-specific parts before ordering.
4. What should I buy first for a new ute?
Start with the things you use daily — a steering wheel cover, a headrest pillow for long drives, and boot or cabin storage to keep gear from sliding around. Comfort and tidiness deliver the most noticeable everyday improvement.
