Chery Tiggo 7 Pro owners can activate Android Auto for free

Updated Oct 11, 2021 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Chery’s five-seater compact crossover now comes with Android Auto.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment compatibility is becoming more apparent in today’s brand-new cars. In fact, the said connectivity options are now being integrated into more mainstream cars as it contributes to the overall driving experience.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro front shot

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

Brand-new cars offered by Chery Philippines, such as the Tiggo 7 Pro, comes with Apple CarPlay tech. However, the first batch of the said compact crossover didn’t have Android Auto, which sort of surprised non-iPhone users. As such, Chery PH announced that the Tiggo 7 Pro is now available with Android Auto.  

Newly appointed Chery PH president Erroll Dueñas said that integrating Android Auto into the Tiggo 7 Pro will make driving more enjoyable for everyone. 

“Equipping our bestselling Chery Tiggo 7 Pro with Android Auto is something our customers will surely appreciate. We're confident that this much-anticipated infotainment upgrade will make the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro even more appealing to its target market," said Dueñas. 

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Android Auto feature now available

Android Auto is now available in the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

Android Auto, which is a similar feature to Apple CarPlay, allows you to connect your smartphone to the Tiggo 7 Pro’s 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen via a USB port. It will be activated by simply plugging in your phone’s charger cable to the USB port. 

You can access Spotify, Waze, Messages, among others using the vehicle’s touchscreen. The goal of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is to minimize driving distractions by making it easy for drivers to control various infotainment and connectivity features. 

2021 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro rear shot

The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is a five-seater compact crossover

The availability of Android Auto is also offered on current Chery Tiggo 7 Pro owners. According to the car brand, current owners need to set an appointment with their Chery dealership to be able to activate Android Auto. Tiggo 7 Pro owners can also book an appointment through the Chery Auto PH app. The activation will be done by the dealership's aftersales staff for free.   

Chery PH added that Android Auto will also be available for other Tiggo models like the Tiggo 2, Tiggo 5x, and Tiggo 8. The car brand will announce the date of Android Auto availability for the said models soon. 

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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

₱ 1,250,000 - ₱ 1,280,000

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