Chery PH arrives in SM Megamall for Tiggo 8 Pro roadshow

Updated Jul 19, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Test drive activities are made available at the booth.

Chery Auto Philippines has set foot in SM Megamall for the second stop of its The World of Luxury Nationwide Roadshow spearheaded by its new flagship model, the Tiggo 8 Pro.

Chery Auto Philippines at SM Megamall

Chery Auto Philippines is at SM Megamall

The SM Megamall stop follows the successful first leg of the roadshow which kicked off at SM Aura Premier in Bonifacio Global City (BGC). It was viewed by mall goers, as well as attended by media personnel and content creators who continue to give a warm welcome to the new 7-seater midsize crossover.

Guests who will visit the booth in SM Megamall will get to know more about the Tiggo 8 Pro. The company is displaying the model’s base 1.6 Pro variant with a turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TDGI) and the top-of-the-line Tiggo 8 Pro plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).

The booth is set with a guest lounge that offers free coffee and refreshments. Among the Tiggo 8 Pro features guests can learn about are the 12 advanced driver assist system (ADAS) functions, large 12.3-inch head unit with Apple CarPlay, its competitive pricing, and PHEV technology.

Moreover, the Tiggo 8 Pro offers a convenient car ownership experience with its enticing after-sales services and programs under the Chery Preserv. It includes a 7-year engine warranty, a 7-year general warranty, a 3-year full preventive maintenance service (PMS), and 3-year roadside assistance.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro at SM Megamall

Get closer to the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

You can visit The World of Luxury booth in SM Megamall until July 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Aside from the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, mall goers can also check out the other Tiggo models in the local lineup such as the Tiggo 7 Pro, Tiggo 2 Pro, and Tiggo 5x. Test drive activities are made available at the booth.

For those who couldn’t visit, the upcoming stops of the roadshow are in Eastwood City from July 29 to August 3, Estancia from August 12 to 18, SM City North EDSA from August 25 to 31, and SM Mall of Asia from September 1 to 7, 2022. Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao stops will be announced very soon.

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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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