Chery Auto Philippines, which is under the management of the United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), launched the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro at the 2022 Manila International Show last April. Fast forward to the present, it seems that the sales target the company has set for the model was surpassed by a wide margin.
The 2023 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
Specifically, the Chery PH said that it has managed to sell an incredible 233 percent over the initial target. This of course indicates a very strong demand for the feature-rich seven-seater in the local market.
As to how this happened, Chery attributes this to its successful brand awareness campaign. Such activities that were involved in this were the two-leg media drives to Mount Samat in May and April 2022 which Philkotse was invited to participate.
Beyond that, Chery PH and UAAGI President Erroll Dueñas also stated that there was indeed a “passionate market reception” for the Tiggo 8 Pro and the Tiggo series of models in the Philippines. This is then supported by the fact that the officially recognized Tiggo owners Philippine club was also launched back in June 2022.
At the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro drive to Mount Samat
In total, the brand as a whole managed to achieve a 140 percent increase in total vehicle sales in the last month compared to May 2022. Besides the Tiggo 8 Pro, also contributing to this feat is the Tiggo 2 Pro which had a sales figure that exceeded the company’s set target by 140 percent. There’s also the Tiggo 7 Pro which in turn had 109 percent sales over its own targets.
Going back to the Tiggo 8 Pro, we also have to recognize that this model fits inside the seven-seater family car which is all the rage in the local market.
It also gets two rather beefy powertrains. First is a turbocharged 1.6-liter gasoline model that’s able to make up to 195 horsepower and 290 Nm of torque. The hybrid 1.5-liter turbo in turn can churn out 155 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. Combined with its two electric motors, the Tiggo 8 Pro's hybrid variant can make a total of 320 horsepower.
Of note, Chery Philippines said that the hybrid variant is capable of returning an impressive 1 liter per 100 kilometer. It also has the capability of using its EV mode (pure electric mode) for up to 80 to 95 kilometers. And as mentioned, we've already had the opportunity to drive the Tiggo 8 Pro Hybrid and found out that a full charge only costs around Php 173. Lastly, fully charging the said 19.27 Kwh battery only takes 3 hours.
Other Tiggo models also did great sales-wise
These are also packed with plenty of safety features. Among these are adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, intelligent high beam control, among others.
Prices for the Tiggo 8 Pro is currently set at Php 1,670,000 for the entry-level 1.6-liter turbo DCT variant, whereas the hybrid 1.5-liter variant can be had for Php 2,450,000.
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Know more about Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2024
The Tiggo 8 Pro 2024 is a seven-seater midsize crossover. In the local market, this model has three different variants.
Under the hood, the Tiggo 8 Pro has 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, and GAC GS8, among others.
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Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Launch
The all-new 2024 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.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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, and 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 includes 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, and parking sensors, among others.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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.
The Tiggo 8 Pro, especially the 1.6-liter turbo variant, is one of the most powerful models in its class and price range. Coupled with its relatively affordable price tag, many who have particular tastes with regard to performance might see this as an appealing model. Plus, both of its trims offer a comfortable, and well-equipped cabin. It is also on-par against its competitors when it comes to providing safety seeing that it has a slew of driver assist features.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6 AT | ₱1,698,000 |
| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2.0 AT | ₱1,998,000 |
| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro e+ 1.5 AT | ₱2,698,000 |
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stylish
- Hybrid power for the PHEV variant
- Powerful
- Practical
Cons
- Piano-black trim on the center console will require constant cleaning
₱ 1,698,000 - ₱ 2,500,000
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