Chery PH kicks off Tiggo 8 Pro nationwide roadshow in BGC

Updated Jul 05, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

It will be up until July 7.

Chery Auto Philippines’ newest flagship model, the Tiggo 8 Pro, has been all over the place since its debut at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last April 2022. Its latest stop is at SM Aura Premier in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City for the World of Luxury nationwide roadshow.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro roadshow

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro is on a tour

Until July 7, the Chinese marque is showcasing the models of the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro on the upper ground floor of the mall. It includes the base Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6 Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TDGI) and the top-of-the-line Tiggo 8 Pro Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).

Perhaps the feature that the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro proudly boasts is its Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS), coming with 12 safety functions. To note, you can get the following features for the price of Php 1,645,000. Here are the features under the flagship model’s ADAS:

  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Blind Spot Detection
  • Autonomous Emergency Braking
  • Door Opening Warning
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Traffic Jam Assist
  • Integrated Cruise Assist
  • Intelligent High-Beam Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Speed Limit Sign Recognition

To make the car ownership experience more convenient, Chery Auto Philippines is offering the Premium Preserv. It consists of a 7-year engine warranty, a 7-year general warranty, a 3-year full preventive maintenance service (PMS), and 3-year roadside assistance.

Interested customers who couldn’t make the BGC Tour don’t have to worry as the World of Luxury nationwide roadshow will arrive in SM Megamall, Eastwood City, Estancia, SM City North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, Lucky Chinatown, and Glorietta. To reach more Filipinos, the Tiggo 8 Pro, along with other Tiggo models, also plans to visit Visayas and Mindanao.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro roadshow

The Tiggo 8 Pro has a lot of tricks in its bag

One of the places the midsize crossover set its wheels on since its Philippine debut is on Mount Samat in Bataan where we were invited to test its capabilities. The ADAS made us feel confident driving the vehicle even during high-speed cornering, while the power delivery is adequate despite using the smallest 1.6-liter turbo engine.

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Know more about Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2024

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

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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