ENZHMS
Link Copiedcheck_circle
New Car

In Depth: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro – 7-Seater Family SUV with a PHEV Option

Mukhlis Azman

Share via


Chery’s Malaysian homecoming after a long sabbatical sees the brand rejuvenated itself with the flagship Tiggo Pro SUV line-ups – all previewed earlier this week. The biggest among the Tiggo siblings is the Tiggo 8 Pro, a 7-seat family SUV set to rival the likes of Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-8, non-hybrid Nissan X-Trail, as well as the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, to name a few.


The Tiggo 8 Pro comes in both pure-ICE and PHEV configurations. The standard ICE-powered 8 Pro features two different powertrain options, a smaller 1.6-litre TGDI – similar to the OMODA 5 – and a larger 2.0-litre TGDI that pairs with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The smaller 1.6-litre engine outputs about 194 HP and 290 NM, while the 2.0-litre mill puts out 254 HP and 390 NM. Indeed, the latter figures puts the Tiggo 8 Pro at the top of the field among its aforementioned competitors.


The PHEV variant, named the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, features a 1.5-litre turbocharged ICE that pairs with a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). Its electrification comes in the form of dual electric motors that combine with said ICE to produce 241 HP and 510 NM twist, plus 80 KM of full-electric drive. This combination sees this rather hefty SUV sprint from nought to 100 KMH in about 8.2 seconds.


Being the flag-bearer for all Chery SUVs range, the Tiggo 8 Pro boasts a typical SUV styling as found in many other SUVs, with the rest of its little siblings following a similar design language also. Huge front grille – though not as massive as the OMODA’s – flanked by a pair of DRL-enabled full-LED headlights gives the 8 Pro (the car, not the phone) a distinct look.


Nothing spectacular to brag about on the Tiggo’s side profile, except for its 18-inch wheels that blend well with its conservative yet elegant look. Measuring 4,722 MM, its length sits right in the middle among its rivals, with the CX-8 leading the pack on this front (4,900 MM).


At the rear, the Tiggo 8 Pro’s design here appears somewhat elevated above the rest thanks to its quad tailpipes (dual for the PHEV) and matte-black ‘diffuser’ module. The taillights are equally impressive too, with modern LED layouts that accentuate its rear fascia.


Chery’s flagship SUV also comes with a flagship-worthy interior. Draped in soft-touch materials, the 8 Pro’s cabin oozes luxury plus a myriad of high-tech features. A 10.25-inch infotainment display crowns above the centre A/C vents, brimmed with Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity to boot. Drivers are greeted by a bigger 12.3-inch digital dash display, and there’s also a separate display for the climate controls situated just above the gear lever, thus increasing the 8 Pro’s screens tally to three.

Additional features such as a panoramic glass sunroof, wireless charging pad and eight-speaker Sony sound system completes this flagship SUV’s posh kit list.


However, the PHEV 8 Pro features a slightly different dashboard setup, with its dual-screen module – again similar to the OMODA 5 – featuring two separate individual displays for infotainment and driver’s display. Similar mobile connectivity options are also available, whilst the addition of a PHEV-related info menu differentiates it from that of the OMODA 5’s.

As its fellow 7-seat rivals are priced between RM170,000 to RM180,000, how much should Chery charge for its flagship Tiggo 8 Pro? With its slightly conservative look plus respectable performance and the presence of an electrified PHEV option, are all these enough to sway customers from the usual suspects with arguably better reputations? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below…


Gallery

Share This Article

Written By

Mukhlis Azman

An avid two-wheeler that writes and talks about four-wheelers for a living, while dreaming of an urban transit-laden Malaysia. @mukhlisazman

Share via

JPJ Running Numbers

KUALA LUMPUR

VPJ4350

SELANGOR

BSG142

JOHOR

JYC6487

PULAU PINANG

PRS1862

PERAK

ANX4126

PAHANG

CFC4586

KEDAH

KGB2712

NEGERI SEMBILAN

NEG4023

KOTA KINABALU

SJL5751

KUCHING

QAB6351L

Last updated 06 Jul, 2025

Fuel Price

Petrol

RON 95

RM 2.05

RON 97

RM 3.18

-0.03

RON 100

RM 5.00

VPR

RM 6.23

Diesel

EURO 5 B10

RM 2.85

-0.03

EURO 5 B7

RM 3.05

-0.03

Last updated 03 Jul, 2025

Related News

International
New Geely A7 EM-i PHEV D-segment Saloon Revealed – Future Proton Perdana?

New Geely A7 EM-i PHEV D-segment Saloon Revealed – Future Proton Perdana?

New Geely A7 EM-i PHEV D-segment saloon revealed in China with up to 2,100 KM range and 2.1 litres/100 KM efficiency. Is this the next Proton Perdana?

04-06-2025
International
Geely Radar King Kong EM-P PHEV Pick-Up Truck Launches In China

Geely Radar King Kong EM-P PHEV Pick-Up Truck Launches In China

Geely Radar King Kong EM-P PHEV pick-up truck launches in China, offers up to 1,068 KM of combined range.

29-05-2025
International
Volvo XC70 Returns As China-only Extended-Range PHEV Crossover

Volvo XC70 Returns As China-only Extended-Range PHEV Crossover

Volvo XC70 nameplate set to return as a slightly larger extended-range PHEV crossover for China slotted above XC60.

14-05-2025
International
Auto Shanghai 2025: Geely Starship 7 EM-i PHEV Showcased

Auto Shanghai 2025: Geely Starship 7 EM-i PHEV Showcased

Geely Starship 7 EM-i on show during Auto Shanghai 2025 gives us a glimpse of the Proton e.MAS 7’s PHEV ‘twin’.

25-04-2025
International
Audi A5 Gains New e-hybrid quattro PHEV Guises

Audi A5 Gains New e-hybrid quattro PHEV Guises

Third-gen Audi A5 liftback and estate duo gains new e-hybrid quattro PHEV variants, boasts up to 110 KM of e-range too.

27-03-2025
New Car
Jaecoo J7 PHEV Units Begin Arriving At Dealerships Nationwide

Jaecoo J7 PHEV Units Begin Arriving At Dealerships Nationwide

Newly launched Jaecoo J7 PHEV begin arriving at dealerships nationwide, customer deliveries to follow suit soon.

17-03-2025
Auto News
Volvo Car Malaysia Shifted 1,953 Units In 2024

Volvo Car Malaysia Shifted 1,953 Units In 2024

Volvo Car Malaysia capped off 2024 by shifting 1,953 units, with 83% of which comprised of electrified PHEV and BEV models.

07-02-2025
Auto News
Maybank IB Raises 2025 TIV Forecast By 5%, EV & xEV Adoption By 1%

Maybank IB Raises 2025 TIV Forecast By 5%, EV & xEV Adoption By 1%

Maybank IB raises 2025 TIV forecast by 5% to 790,000 units, predicts EV and xEV adoption increase by just 1% over too.

05-02-2025

Latest News

New Car
Launched: 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQV 300 Avantgarde – 374 KM Range, RM450,350

Launched: 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQV 300 Avantgarde – 374 KM Range, RM450,350

Face-lifted 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQV 300 Avantgarde EV van arrives with up to 374 KM WLTP range and RM450,350 price tag.

04-07-2025
New Car
2025 BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport Price Announced – RM218,800

2025 BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport Price Announced – RM218,800

BMW Group Malaysia has announced the retail price for the new BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport, starting at RM218,800.

04-07-2025
New Car
2025 Proton e.MAS 7 Updated – New Colours, New OTA Update, And More

2025 Proton e.MAS 7 Updated – New Colours, New OTA Update, And More

2025 Proton e.MAS 7 updated with additional interior and exterior colours, new OTA update, and more.

02-07-2025
New Car
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, Tucson & Staria Prices Revealed – From RM225K, RM144K & RM180K

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, Tucson & Staria Prices Revealed – From RM225K, RM144K & RM180K

Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) officially reveal prices for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, Tucson and Staria models.

02-07-2025
New Car
SIX Things We Learnt About The 2025 Proton X50 Facelift

SIX Things We Learnt About The 2025 Proton X50 Facelift

Here are SIX things you should know about the face-lifted and enhanced 2025 Proton X50 that will launch very soon.

02-07-2025
New Car
Facelifted Honda HR-V Now Open for Booking – Q3 2025 Launch

Facelifted Honda HR-V Now Open for Booking – Q3 2025 Launch

Order books for the upcoming Honda HR-V facelift have been opened ahead of its debut in Q3 2025.

01-07-2025
New Car
2025 Proton X50 ROI Opens – 3 Variants, New 1.5L 4-Cyl Engine, Wireless AA/ACP

2025 Proton X50 ROI Opens – 3 Variants, New 1.5L 4-Cyl Engine, Wireless AA/ACP

Registration of interest for the all-new 2025 Proton X50 has now been opened, featuring three variants.

01-07-2025
New Car
Launched: 2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology – From RM958K

Launched: 2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology – From RM958K

The all-new Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV has been officially launched in Malaysia, with prices starting from RM958,888.

26-06-2025

Show More

trending_flat
Carz Automedia Malaysia Logo
About Us

CarzAutoMedia: Stay connected to the latest car news! Get instant updates on new releases, industry trends, and automotive innovations. Your go-to source for 24/7 coverage of everything automotive.

© 2025 CariCarz.com. All Rights Reserved.