Chery Tiggo 7
The Chery Tiggo 7 is a compact crossover SUV produced by Chery under the Tiggo product series. The first generation was launched in 2016, and a rebadged variant sold by Qoros was planned in 2017 which later became a facelift for the 2018 model year Tiggo 7 dubbed the Tiggo 7 Fly. The first generation Tiggo 7 also underpins the Exeed LX. The second generation model was launched in 2020 and was previewed by a design concept unveiled in 2019.
Chery Tiggo 7 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Chery |
Production | 2016–present |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
First generation (2016)
First generation | |
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Overview | |
Also called | Qoros Young DR F35 |
Production | 2016–present |
Assembly | |
Designer | James Hope |
Body and chassis | |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive |
Platform | T1X |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 L SQRE4T15 I4 (gasoline) turbo 2.0 L SQR484F I4 (gasoline)[1] |
Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed DCT CVT |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) |
Length | 4,505 mm (177.4 in) |
Width | 1,837 mm (72.3 in) |
Height | 1,670 mm (65.7 in) |
The first generation Chery Tiggo 7 was originally previewed by the Chery TX SUV Concept during the 2012 Beijing Auto Show,[2][3] the production version was revealed during the 2016 Beijing Auto Show in China. It is codenamed T15.[4]
Engine options available initially includes a 1.5-litre inline-four turbo petrol engine and a 2.0-litre inline-four petrol engine.
The production Chery Tiggo 7 was later launched on the China car market in July, positioned above the Chery Tiggo 5 compact crossover.[5]
2018 facelift and Qoros Young rebadge
In August 2017, the Qoros Young compact crossover was revealed as a rebadged version of the Chery Tiggo 7. Chery owns half of the Qoros holding while the other half belongs to Singapore-based investment company Kenon Holdings.[6] The Qoros Young never launched on the market, with its design instead reused as the facelifted Chery Tiggo 7 Fly revealed in 2018.
The Tiggo 7 Fly debuted in September 2018. The facelift model continue to use the same powertrain as the pre-facelift model, a 1.5-litre turbo producing 147 horsepower (110 kW; 149 PS) and 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft; 21 kg⋅m). The transmission is a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission or a 6-speed manual gearbox.[7]
- Chery Tiggo 7 Fly (2018 facelift) front
- Qoros Young rear
Second generation (2020)
Second generation | |
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Overview | |
Also called | |
Production | 2020–present |
Assembly | |
Designer | Richard Koo |
Body and chassis | |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive |
Related | Chery Tiggo 8 Exeed LX Omoda 5 Chery Tiggo 5x Cowin Showjet |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 L SQRE4T15C I4 (gasoline) turbo 1.6 L SQRF4J16 I4 (gasoline) turbo |
Electric motor | 48 V belt starter generator (11PS; 20Nm) |
Transmission | 6-speed manual 7-speed DCT CVT |
Hybrid drivetrain | Mild hybrid |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) |
Length | 4,500 mm (177.2 in)[9] |
Width | 1,842 mm (72.5 in) |
Height | 1,746 mm (68.7 in) |
Curb weight | 1,465 kg (3,230 lb) |
The second generation Chery Tiggo 7 debuted as a concept during the 2019 Guangzhou Auto Show.[10] Engine options of the second generation Chery Tiggo 7 initially includes a 1.5-litre inline-four turbo petrol engine producing 147 hp, 1.5-litre inline-four turbo petrol engine producing 156 hp and a 1.6-litre inline-four petrol engine producing 197 hp.[11]
- Rear view
- Interior
Tiggo 7 Plus
Launched in September 2021, the Tiggo 7 Plus is a more premium variant of the regular Tiggo 7, aiming at a slightly higher market segment. Marketed as the Tiggo 7 Pro overseas, the Tiggo 7 Plus features a restyled front bumper and grilles and slightly improved interior. The infotainment system of the Tiggo 7 Plus comes with Baidu CarLife and Apple CarPlay and runs on Chery’s Lion 4.0 operating system.[12]
The Tiggo 7 Plus is available with three powertrains including a 1.5-litre turbo engine with 156 hp (116 kW; 158 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft; 23 kg⋅m) of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and CVT, a 1.5-litre turbo engine plus 48-volt mild hybrid system with 156 hp (116 kW; 158 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft; 23 kg⋅m) of torque, mated to a CVT, and a 1.6-litre turbo engine with 197 hp (147 kW; 200 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft; 30 kg⋅m), mated to a 7-speed DCT. The 1.5-litre turbo engine consumes 6.9 L/100 km (34 mpg‑US; 14 km/L) while the 1.5-litre turbo engine with 48-volt mild hybrid system consumes 5.9 L/100 km (40 mpg‑US; 17 km/L). The 1.6-litre turbo engine variant consumes 6.6 L/100 km (36 mpg‑US; 15 km/L).[12]
- Tiggo 7 Plus
- Rear view
- Interior
2023 model year
The Tiggo 7 Plus underwent a facelift in October 2022, initially in China, for the 2023 model year.[13] The facelift features a completely redesigned front end, sharing the same headlight unit as the Tiggo 8 Plus.
- 2023 Tiggo 7 Plus PHEV
- Rear view
- Interior
Australia
The Tiggo 7 Pro was introduced in Australia in August 2023,[14] with prices announced in September 2023. It is available in three trim levels: Urban, Elite and Ultimate.[15] All models were powered by the 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine mated with a 7-speed DCT. The Urban and Elite trims were front-wheel drive only, while the Ultimate trim is only available with standard all-wheel drive.
Indonesia
The Tiggo 7 Pro was launched alongside the Tiggo 8 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 Comfort, Luxury and Premium grade levels powered by the 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[18] It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java.[19]
Phillipines
The Tiggo 7 Pro was launched in the Phillipines in January 2021, powered by the 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[20] The Hybrid variant was added in July 2023.[21]
South Africa
The Tiggo 7 Pro was launched in South Africa in May 2022. It is available in Distinction and Executive grades powered by the 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine.[22]
The Pro Max variant, powered by the 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine, was launched in October 2023. Like the Pro variant, it is available in two grade levels; Distinction and Executive. The latter grade is also available with optional all-wheel drive.[23]
References
- "Chery TX SUV to see production in China". 9 August 2012.
- "Chery to bring 'TX' SUV concept to the Beijing Auto Show". 10 April 2012.
- "Official Pics: Chery TX SUV concept for the Beijing Auto Show". 16 April 2012.
- "Chery Tiggo 7 debuts on the Beijing Auto Show". 25 April 2016.
- "This Is The Chery Tiggo 7 SUV For China". 28 July 2016.
- "Qoros Young Compact SUV Revealed In China Is Not For The Elderly".
- "售8.59-11.39万元 瑞虎7 FLY正式上市".
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