Chery PH sales went up by almost 300% from January to August 2021

Updated Sep 24, 2021 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

It is poised to finish 2021 on a high note.

One can say that Chery Auto Philippines has been doing the right things since its relaunch in the country last 2019. United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), Chery’s official distributor, offers a strategic crossover-only lineup, attractive after-sales programs, among others.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro front view

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

This statement is backed by Chery Auto Philippines’ consistent sales improvement in the local market. In fact, based on the recent report by the Chinese car brand, its sales performance went up by 280 percent from January to August 2021 over the same period last year.

Part of this massive sales improvement is the addition of the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro which made its Philippine debut last January 2021. It is one of the popular models of Chery in the country thanks to the competitive styling and features it offers to those in the market of a crossover.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro rear view

The Tiggo 7 Pro is a fruitful addition to Chery's local lineup

There are plenty of significant sales performances showed by the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. Just after 30 days of sitting in the local lineup, the first batch of the compact crossover was already sold out. And in Chery Auto Philippines’ July 2021 sales, the said model paved the way for the car brand to top its 2020 sales in the first seven months of this year.

Chery Tiggo crossover Philippine lineup

Stylish and feature-loaded Tiggo crossovers

Another factor as to why the Chinese car brand manages to continuously improve its sales figures is its aggressive dealership expansion. This year, UAAGI inaugurated dealerships in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, and Cagayan De Oro. Moreover, it expects dealerships in Pasay, Cebu, Subic, and Pangasinan to be constructed before the year ends.

“The robust growth in both our sales and dealer network strengthens Chery Auto Philippines’ market confidence. It is inspiring to see the optimism and confidence not just within the Chery family, but in the resilient Filipino consumers as well,” said UAAGI and Chery Auto Philippines President Rommel Sytin.

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Know more about Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 2024

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

The Cherry Tiggo 7 Pro is the Chinese marque's entry to the compact crossover segment in the country. Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Price in the Philippines starts at ₱1,250,000. There's also a two-tone trim which has a price tag of ₱1,280,000. Powering this vehicle is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine capable of generating 145 horsepower and 210 Nm of torque. As standard, the engine is connected to a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Dimensions-wise, the Tiggo 7 Pro spans 4,500 mm in length, 1,824 mm in width, and 1,746 mm in height. Moreover, it gets a wheelbase and ground clearance rated at 2,670 mm and 163 mm, respectively. In the local market, the Chinese compact crossover competes against the likes of the Ford Territory, Toyota Corolla Cross, and Geely Azkarra. 

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Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Launch

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. officially launched the new Tiggo 7 Pro at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show. It comes with an aggressive design along with sleek character lines. The Tiggo 7 Pro also features a sporty and premium-looking interior that’s highlighted by a two-tone interior color scheme of black and red. 

Chery Auto Philippines launched the Tiggo 7 Pro in January 2021. It goes up against segment rivals such as the Geely Azkarra, Toyota Corolla Cross, Subaru Forester, among others. The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro comes equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that delivers 145 hp and 210 Nm of torque. The engine is paired to a continuously variable transmission.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Exterior

The new Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has an aggressive exterior design. It is fitted with sharp-looking LED headlights and a large grille that features a 3D-like appeal. The Tiggo 7 Pro’s fascia also gets an angular bumper that adds a muscular look to the vehicle. Of note, the Tiggo 7 Pro doesn’t come with fog lamps but it has shark-fin LED daytime running lights instead. 

At the side, the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro comes with distinctive character lines as well as a set of stylish two-tone 18-inch alloy wheels. The rear is equipped with LED taillights as well as a tailgate-mounted spoiler with third brake light.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro front view Philippines

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Interior

The interior of the new Chery Tiggo 7 Pro features a two-tone color scheme of black and red. It has a premium vibe and comes with design elements you usually see on luxury cars. This compact crossover also has a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an electronic gear shifter, and an electronic parking brake. Moreover, the Tiggo 7 Pro features a panoramic sunroof as well as a 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen.

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Philippines can accommodate up to five individuals. In terms of cargo space, Chery's compact crossover comes standard with 475 liters of luggage space. The said number increases significantly to 1,500 liters when the rear seats are folded down.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro interior view Philippines

Tech & Safety

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 2024 is equipped with a bunch of tech and safety features starting with the 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen that has Apple CarPlay and Mirror Link for Android. Chery said that it also comes with a 360-degree camera and wireless mobile charging. In terms of safety, the Tiggo 7 Pro is integrated with Driver and Front Passenger airbags, as well as front-side airbags. It also has an anti-lock brake system with electronic brake-force distribution, electronic stability program, brake assist, traction control, hill start assist, and hill descent assist, among others.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro infotainment view Philippines

Platform & Chassis

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro comes with a MacPherson strut front suspension while the rear gets multilink. In terms of braking power, the vehicle is equipped with disc brakes for all four wheels.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro rear view Philippines

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Engine

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that can put out 145 hp and 210 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a continuously variable transmission.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro engine view Philippines

Available colors for the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are Brilliant Teal, Blazing Black, Radiant Red, and Sporty White.

At Php 1,198,000, the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 2024 is a good compact crossover choice in the local market, even when compared to rivals such as the Toyota Corolla Cross and Geely Azkarra.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 2024 Price List

 Variants Price
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro CVT ₱1,250,000
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro CVT Two-Tone ₱1,280,000
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro MHEV ₱1,350,000

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Exquisite-looking front end
  • Relatively affordable
  • Well-integrated panoramic sunroof

Cons

  • No Android Auto
  • Comes in one trim only
  • Slightly laggy infotainment screen
 

₱ 1,250,000 - ₱ 1,280,000

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