The Tiggo 8 Pro 2023 is a seven-seater midsize crossover. In the local market, this model has two different variants, the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6 AT, and the Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV. The Pro 1.6T AT is priced at Php 1,698,000, while the PHEV variant can be had for Php 2,500,000.
Under the hood, the Tiggo 8 Pro gets two engine options. For the top-spec PHEV trim, it uses a 1.5-liter inline-4 turbo gasoline engine that’s paired with an electric motor, as well as a battery. In total, this hybrid powertrain can produce up to 155 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. This variant then uses a hybrid gearbox.
The non-hybrid version meanwhile, gets a 1.6-liter inline-4 turbo gasoline engine that’s good for 195 horsepower and 290 Nm of torque. This version then gets a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Size wise, it is 4,722mm long, 1,860mm wide, and 1,745mm tall. It also has a wheelbase length of 2710mm.
Locally, the Tiggo 8 Pro competes against the Maxus D90, Honda CR-V, Kaicene CX70, Geely Okavango, GAC GS8, among others.
Launch
The all-new 2023 Tiggo 8 Pro was launched in the Philippine market at the 2022 Manila International Auto Show. Locally, it has two variants. There's the entry-level Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6 AT, and the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.5 PHEV AT.
Interior
The all-new Tiggo 8 Pro can seat up to seven occupants. Step inside, and you’ll be greeted with a black and brown themed cabin, plenty of soft touch surfaces, and leather seats.
Also provided for this model is a digital gauge cluster, automatic air-conditioning, a push-to-start button, six-way power adjustable front seats, multi-color ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, among others.
Tech and safety
Keeping the occupants of the Tiggo 8 Pro entertained is a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The said headunit is then linked to a six-piece speaker system.
Handling safety meanwhile is Chery’s own driver assist safety suite. This collection of safety technologies include adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, etc.
On top of those, this model also comes with what you’d expect from a modern vehicle. It has anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, tire pressure monitoring, stability control, parking sensors, among others.
Chassis
The Tiggo 8 Pro uses the TX1 platform. It also assumes a front engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Suspension-wise, it uses a MacPherson strut type front suspension, and a multi-link rear suspension.
Engine
The Tiggo 8 Pro has two engine options for the local market. For the Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV, it utilizes a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine combined with an electric motor and a 19.27-kWh lithium-ion battery. Combined, this hybrid powertrain can produce up to 155 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. It then uses a hybrid transmission.
The non-hybrid variant in turn, comes with a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-banger that’s good for 195 horsepower and 290 Nm of torque. It then uses a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox.