Chery Tiggo 8

Chery Tiggo 8
Chery Tiggo 8 Plus
Overview
ManufacturerChery
Also called
  • Chery Tiggo 8 Plus
  • Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
  • Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max
  • Chirey Tiggo 8 Pro Max (Mexico)
  • Fownix Tiggo 8 Pro/Pro Max (Iran)
  • Kaiyi Tanggu[1]
  • DR 7.0 (Italy)
  • Sportequipe 7[2]
  • Chery Fulwin T8
Production2017–present
Assembly
DesignerCharles Chen
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformT1X
RelatedChery Tiggo 5x
Chery Tiggo 7
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous reluctance (PHEV)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,710 mm (106.7 in)
Length
  • 4,700 mm (185.0 in)
  • 4,722 mm (185.9 in) (Plus / global Pro)
  • 4,745 mm (186.8 in) (Pro, China)
Width1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height1,746 mm (68.7 in)
Chronology
PredecessorRely X5
Chery Arrizo M7

The Chery Tiggo 8 is a series of three-row mid-size crossover SUV produced by Chery under the Tiggo product series.[4] It is positioned between the smaller Tiggo 7 and the larger Tiggo 9. A more upclass variant with an updated styling called the Chery Tiggo 8 Plus was launched in 2020, which is marketed as the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro in overseas markets. Another newer variant with an altered styling called the Tiggo 8 Pro was introduced to the Chinese market in 2022.

Tiggo 8[edit]

The production of Tiggo 8 was revealed during the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China,[5] positioning the Tiggo 8 above the smaller Tiggo 7. Internally codenamed the T18,[4] the Tiggo 8 rides on a unibody chassis that features MacPherson struts in the front and multi-link rear suspension systems. The wheels are 18-inch size and the ground clearance metric is 200 mm (7.9 in).[6]

The engine of the Tiggo 8 is a 1.5-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol engine from the Tiggo 7 that produces 108 kW (145 hp; 147 PS) and 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft; 21 kg⋅m) of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and powerers the front wheels.[6] For the 2019 model year, a 1.6-litre inline-four direct-injection turbocharged petrol engine mated with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission developing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft; 30 kg⋅m) is added to the product line, badged as "290T".[7] For the 2021 model year, The 2.0T Kunpeng version badged as "390T" was introduced later, developing 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) of torque.

In late 2022, a new two-row five-seater model was launched alongside the existing seven-seater model. It is powered by a 1.5-litre inline-four SQRE4T15C turbocharged petrol engine rated at 115 kW (154 hp; 156 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft; 23 kg⋅m).[8]

Tiggo 8 Plus[edit]

In October 2020, the Tiggo 8 Plus was unveiled as a more upmarket version for the Chinese local market. In overseas markets, it is marketed as the Tiggo 8 Pro or Tiggo 8 Pro Max, the latter for the model powered with the "390T" powertrain.[9][10] The Tiggo 8 Plus sports redesigned front and rear ends with the "Life In Motion 3.0" design language and is 22 mm (0.9 in) longer and 1 mm (0.04 in) higher than the regular Tiggo 8. It is available as a 5-, 6- and 7-seater configurations with additional 18" and 19" redesigned alloys.[11] The interior features dual 12.3 in (31.2 cm) displays with the LION4.0 infotainment system and surround 8-speaker stereo systems supplied by Sony.[11]

The Tiggo 8 Plus is available with a 1.6-litre turbo engine developing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft) mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox and a mild hybrid 1.5-litre turbo engine with 48V of electric power developing a combined 156 hp (116 kW; 158 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) mated to a CVT gearbox.[11] The Tiggo 8 Plus Kunpeng edition, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo badged as "390T", developing 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) of torque.

Tiggo 8 Pro[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro is the third variant of the Tiggo 8 product series in China and was launched in May 2022. It is not to be confused with the global market Tiggo 8 Pro, which is the export name for the Tiggo 8 Plus. The Tiggo 8 Pro features a restyled front and rear end designs with an updated interior.[12] The Tiggo 8 Pro is powered by either a 2.0-litre TGDI turbo engine or a 1.6-litre TGDI turbo engine and Kunpeng DHT hybrid powertrains.

Markets[edit]

Indonesia[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro was introduced in Indonesia alongside the Tiggo 5x (originally introduced at the time as the Tiggo 4 Pro) and Tiggo 7 Pro in January 2022, initially with a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[13] It was launched alongside the Tiggo 7 Pro in 23 November 2022, as Chery's first models to the Indonesian market after a 6-year absence.[14] Sales were commenced in January 2023.[15] It is available in two grade levels: Luxury and Premium. Unlike its initial introduction, Indonesian models were powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, instead of the 1.6-litre unit.[16] It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java.[17]

Malaysia[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched alongside the Omoda 5 in Malaysia in July 2023, marking Chery's return to the Malaysian market. Powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and front-wheel drive, it is only available in a sole variant: Premium.[18] It is locally assembled at Inokom's facility in Kulim, Kedah.

Mexico[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro is sold in Mexico as the Chirey Tiggo 8 Pro Max.[19] It was launched in July 2022, alongside the Tiggo 7 Pro.[20] At launch, it is available in two trim levels: Luxury and Premium. All models were powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, with front-wheel drive is standard on the former trim, while all-wheel drive is standard on the latter.[21]

The plug-in hybrid variant, the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV), was added in July 2023.[22]

Pakistan[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched alongside the Tiggo 4 Pro in Pakistan in March 2022.[23] It is locally assembled under license at Ghandhara Nissan's facility in Karachi. Production commenced on 31 March 2022.[24][25]

Philippines[edit]

The Tiggo 8 was launched in the Philippines in November 2019 alongside the Tiggo 2, Tiggo 5x and Tiggo 7, marking Chery's return to the Philippine market.[26] It is available in two variants: Luxury and Luxury EX. Both were powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[27]

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched at the 17th Manila International Auto Show in April 2022, replacing the Tiggo 8. It is available in two engine options; a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV).[28] The plug-in hybrid version received a new variant, marketed as the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, in March 2023.[29]

Russia[edit]

The Tiggo 8 was launched in Russia in May 2020, following delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Russia. It is available with a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[citation needed]

The Pro variant was launched in March 2021, positioned above the regular Tiggo 8. The Pro variant is initially available in one grade level: Prestige. It is powered by either a 2.0-litre or a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the latter engine option is only available in two optional packages for the base grade; Speedline and Dreamline.[30] The Ultimate grade was added in December 2021.[31] It was discontinued in April 2024.[32]

The Pro Max variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with standard all-wheel-drive, was launched in 22 April 2022. It is available in two grade levels: Dreamline and Ultimate.[33] The Tiggo 8 Pro Max received a facelift in 30 August 2023.[34]

The plug-in hybrid variant, the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV), was launched alongside the plug-in hybrid version of the Tiggo 7 Pro in October 2023.[35]

South Africa[edit]

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched in South Africa in February 2022.[36] It is available in two grade levels: Distinctive and Executive. Both were powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[37]

The Pro Max variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, was launched in December 2022 to commemorate Chery South Africa's first anniversary.[38]

Both Tiggo 8 Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro Max received facelifts in August 2023. The Distinctive grade on the Pro variant was dropped for the facelift.[39]

Sales[edit]

Year China[40] Brazil Mexico Turkey Indonesia[41]
2018 50,554
2019 116,494
2020 135,387 1,620[42]
2021 161,083 10,454[43]
2022 180,450 10,441[44]
2023 127,018 9,545[45] 3,736[46] 14,499[47] 538

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