Chery Tiggo 8
The Chery Tiggo 8 is a series of three-row mid-size crossover SUV produced by Chery under the Tiggo product series.[6] 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.
Chery Tiggo 8 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Chery |
Also called | |
Production | 2017–present |
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Designer | Charles Chen |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | |
Platform | T1X |
Related | Chery Tiggo 5x Chery Tiggo 7 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous reluctance (PHEV) |
Transmission |
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Hybrid drivetrain |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm (106.7 in) |
Length |
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Width | 1,860 mm (73.2 in) |
Height | 1,746 mm (68.7 in) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Rely X5 Chery Arrizo M7 |
Tiggo 8
The production of Tiggo 8 was revealed during the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China,[7] positioning the Tiggo 8 above the smaller Tiggo 7. Internally codenamed the T18,[8] 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).[9]
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.[9] 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".[10] The bigger 2.0T 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).[11]
- Tiggo 8 (front)
- Tiggo 8 (rear)
Tiggo 8 Plus
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.[12][13] 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.[14] 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.[14]
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.[14] 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 Plus
- Rear view
- Tiggo 8 Plus Kunpeng e+ (390T)
- Interior
Tiggo 8 Pro
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.[15] The Tiggo 8 Pro is powered by either a 1.6-litre TGDI turbo engine or a 2.0-litre TGDI turbo engine and Kunpeng DHT hybrid powertrains.
- Tiggo 8 Pro
- Rear view
- Interior
Markets
Indonesia
The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched alongside the Tiggo 7 Pro in Indonesia in 23 November 2022, as Chery's first models to the market after a 6-year absence.[16] Sales were commenced in January 2023.[17] It is available in Luxury and Premium grade levels powered by the 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[18] It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java.[19]
Malaysia
The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched alongside the Omoda 5 in Malaysia in July 2023, marking Chery's return to the Malaysian market. It is only available in a sole Premium variant powered by the 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[20] It is locally assembled at Inokom's facility in Kulim, Kedah.
Philippines
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.[21] It is available in Luxury and Luxury EX variants powered by the 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[22]
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 powertrains; a 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV).[23] The plug-in hybrid version received a new variant, marketed as the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, in March 2023.[24]
South Africa
The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched in South Africa in February 2022.[25] It is available in Distinctive and Executive grade levels powered by the 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[26]
The Pro Max variant, powered by the 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, was launched in December 2022 to commemorate Chery South Africa's first anniversary.[27]
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.[28]
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