Chery Tiggo 7, Tiggo 8 Series most likeable cars in China, study says

Updated Sep 25, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

This is based on a study conducted by J.D. Power.

The Chery Tiggo 7 series and Tiggo 8 series have received the top ranking in the 2023 J.D. Power China Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) category. The former is the first among medium-sized economical SUVs, while the latter is the first among midsized SUVs in China.

Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 JD Power

The Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 stand out in the JD Power APEAL category

The APEAL measures owners’ emotional attachment to and level of excitement with their vehicles. This covers various aspects including performance, driving feel, getting in and out, infotainment, and fuel economy, among others.

Covering 230 models from 48 brands, the study is based on the evaluation of 35,155 traditional fuel vehicle owners who purchased new cars between June 2022 and March 2023. It was conducted in 81 major Chinese cities between December 2022 and May 2023.

Here in the Philippines, Chery Auto Philippines offers the Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 in their Pro versions.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro front view

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro appeals to the market with its amenities such as a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, a panoramic sunroof, wireless mobile charging, and an automatic tailgate.

Meanwhile, the Tiggo 8 Pro gets a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with an eight-speaker system, a panoramic sunroof, and a key-sensing tailgate. The driving experience should also be bolstered with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and rear cross-traffic alert, among others.

Both Tiggo crossovers are also made available with a hybrid setup, with the Tiggo 8 Pro boasting a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) powertrain. The PHEV system gets to improve performance and fuel economy, which are two of many aspects for ranking high in the APEAL category.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro front view

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV

Chery Group responded to the recognition by saying it invested in research and development (R&D) and technology in the past 26 years. This is an initiative to keep up with consumer demand, industry trends, and global quality standards.

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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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