The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is a five-seat C-segment plug-in hybrid SUV powered by the latest Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) system, combining meaningful electric driving range with long-distance petrol-hybrid capability.

Malaysia receives a single locally assembled Tiggo 7 PHEV CSH variant, produced in Kulim, Kedah. Its standard Peninsular Malaysia price is RM129,400 net selling price or RM129,800 on-the-road without insurance.

Its 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine works with a high-output electric motor and Dedicated Hybrid Transmission to produce 205 KW (275 HP / 279 PS) and 365 NM. An 18.3 KWH LFP battery provides up to 90 KM pure-electric range, while combined petrol-electric driving range reaches approximately 1,200 KM.

The cabin centres around a sweeping 24.6-INCH dual curved-screen arrangement, consisting of two 12.3-INCH displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment system.

The interface is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 processor, providing considerably faster processing than older Chery infotainment systems.

Soft-touch surfaces and 64-colour ambient lighting help give the cabin a more premium atmosphere.

The centre console incorporates the electronic transmission selector, storage areas and a 50 W wireless smartphone charger.

A useful cooled front centre-armrest storage compartment provides additional practicality.

Physical controls are retained for selected commonly used functions.

A 12.3-INCH digital instrument cluster forms one half of the 24.6-inch curved display arrangement.

It presents speed, fuel level, battery state, remaining EV range, hybrid energy flow and driver-assistance information.

Display graphics change according to vehicle and driving settings.

The cabin features faux-leather upholstery.

Both front seats are heated and ventilated.

The driver receives six-way electric adjustment with memory, while the front passenger receives four-way electric adjustment.

The rear backrests fold in a 60:40 split.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV accommodates five occupants.

Its 2,670 MM wheelbase provides useful second-row legroom, while the relatively tall roofline offers good headroom.

The flat rear floor and wide cabin make the rear bench suitable for three passengers on shorter journeys.

A leather multifunction steering wheel provides controls for audio, infotainment and driver-assistance functions.

The steering column offers four-way manual adjustment.

Two steering-weight settings – Comfort and Sport – allow the amount of assistance to be altered.

Storage includes a glove compartment, large door pockets, centre-console compartments and the cooled front armrest storage area.

Rear passengers also receive seatback and door storage.

A sunglasses holder is integrated into the overhead console.

Two cup holders are positioned within the front centre console. Additional cup holders are incorporated into the rear centre armrest. Bottle storage is also provided within the doors.

The front receives one USB-A and one USB-C port.

Rear passengers receive an additional USB-A connection.

A 50 W wireless smartphone charger, front 12 V outlet and separate 12 V socket in the luggage compartment are also provided.

The traction battery additionally supports 3.3 KW Vehicle-to-Load functionality.

The cabin combines faux leather, metallic-look detailing, soft-touch surfaces and extensive ambient lighting.

Double-glazed acoustic front glass further contributes to the premium impression.

A large panoramic sunroof with powered retractable sunshade adds additional light to the cabin.

Standard luggage capacity stands at approximately 475 L.

With the 60:40 rear backrests folded, maximum cargo capacity increases to approximately 1,386 L.

A powered hands-free tailgate improves loading convenience.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV measures 4,553 MM long, 1,862 MM wide and 1,696 MM tall, with a 2,670 MM wheelbase.

Kerb weight stands at 1,795 KG, while the fuel tank holds 60 L.

Chery also quotes a maximum wading depth of approximately 500 MM.

The PHEV receives a distinctive front treatment with a vertical diamond-pattern grille and redesigned bumper compared with the petrol-powered Tiggo 7 Pro.

Gloss-black lower sections and chrome detailing add visual width, while the prominent Chery badge sits centrally within the grille.

The overall appearance combines conventional SUV styling with specific CSH detailing rather than adopting a closed EV-style front end.

The rear features a clean SUV profile with a broad tailgate and connected lighting treatment.

A roof-mounted spoiler sits above the rear glass, while the lower bumper receives dark contrasting trim.

A hands-free powered tailgate is standard.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV features automatic LED headlamps with Crystal Coloured IQ Light styling.

LED daytime running lights, Active Cornering Lights, Intelligent High-Beam Control and Follow-Me-Home functionality are included.

Sequential LED front turn indicators further distinguish the lighting package.

The rear uses full-width LED tail lamps.

The connected lighting graphic emphasises the vehicle’s width and provides a distinctive nighttime signature.

LED rear fog lamps are also provided.

Exterior mirrors are electrically adjustable and power-folding.

Integrated indicators are incorporated into the housings.

The vehicle additionally provides puddle lighting and walk-away automatic locking.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV uses ventilated disc brakes at the front and solid discs at the rear.

Regenerative braking from the hybrid system operates alongside the conventional friction brakes.

An Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold is standard.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV rides on 18-INCH diamond-cut alloy wheels.

The official Malaysian specification lists 255/60 R18 tyres together with a tyre-repair kit rather than a conventional spare wheel.

The relatively tall tyre profile complements the SUV’s comfort-oriented chassis setup.

Standard active-safety equipment includes ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Emergency Brake Assist, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Programme and Traction Control.

Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control and Tyre Pressure Monitoring are also fitted.

A 540-degree HD panoramic camera system combines conventional surround-view imaging with a simulated transparent-underbody view.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV is equipped with eight airbags.

These include front airbags, front-side airbags, full-length curtain airbags, a front-centre airbag and driver’s knee airbag.

ISOFIX child-seat mounting points and rear child-safety locks are provided.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV achieved a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating with 94.68 points, including full scores for Adult Occupant Protection and Safety Assist.

Three main driving programmes are provided – Eco, Normal and Sport.

The hybrid system itself can automatically operate in Pure Electric, Tandem, Parallel Hybrid and Direct Engine Drive configurations.

The driver can also manually select between EV and HEV operation depending on battery state and journey requirements.

A 12.3-INCH central touchscreen forms part of the curved dual-display arrangement.

The Snapdragon 8155-powered system supports wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity and intelligent voice commands.

Vehicle, hybrid and climate settings are also integrated into the interface.

A comprehensive Level 2 ADAS package is standard.

Functions include Adaptive Cruise Control, Integrated Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning.

Also provided are Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Keeping Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping, Lane Change Assist and Blind Spot Detection.

Further systems include Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Braking, Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning, Driver Monitoring, Intelligent Avoidance, Speed Limit Reminder, Drive Away Information and Multi-Collision Braking.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV features an eight-speaker Sony premium audio system.

Speakers are positioned throughout the cabin to provide balanced coverage for both seating rows.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV uses a 1,498 CC turbocharged TGDi four-cylinder Dedicated Hybrid Engine operating with a highly efficient hybrid-focused combustion strategy.

The petrol engine produces 105 KW (141 HP / 143 PS) and 215 NM.

The traction motor develops 150 KW (201 HP / 204 PS) and 310 NM.

Combined system output stands at 205 KW (275 HP / 279 PS) and 365 NM.

The powertrain uses Chery’s Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT).

The electronically controlled hybrid transmission manages interaction between the combustion engine and electric motors while providing seamless single-ratio-style power delivery.

Chery quotes mechanical transmission efficiency of up to approximately 98%.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV uses front-wheel drive.

Both petrol and electric propulsion are ultimately delivered to the front axle.

The system automatically chooses between electric propulsion, series-hybrid operation, parallel drive and direct engine drive depending on speed, load and battery condition.

Chery Malaysia does not publish an official local 0-100 KM/H figure in its specification sheet.

Equivalent versions of the same 205 KW and 365 NM drivetrain are rated at approximately 8.2 seconds from 0-100 KM/H in overseas markets.

Maximum speed is approximately 180 KM/H.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV uses an 18.3 KWH lithium iron phosphate battery.

Pure-electric driving range stands at 90 KM, while a full battery and 60 L fuel tank provide up to approximately 1,200 KM of combined range.

Chery quotes fuel consumption of approximately 1.3 L/100 KM when battery state of charge remains between 25% and 100%, while consumption with a low battery is approximately 4.9 L/100 KM.

Maximum AC charging input is 6.6 KW, with Chery quoting approximately three hours for its specified charging session.

Maximum DC fast charging reaches 40 KW, allowing 30-80% in approximately 19 minutes.

A conventional three-pin connection requires around 8.5 hours from 10-100%.

The battery additionally supports 3.3 KW V2L output.

Standard equipment includes Smart Entry, walk-away automatic locking, remote engine start, automatic rain-sensing wipers and a hands-free powered tailgate.

A panoramic sunroof, 50 W wireless charging and heated and ventilated front seats further improve daily usability.

The CarLinko mobile application adds remote monitoring and control of functions including charging, climate control, windows, locks and seat ventilation.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV features dual-zone automatic climate control with dedicated rear passenger air-conditioning vents.

An N95 cabin filter helps reduce particulates entering the interior.

Rear occupants therefore receive direct airflow rather than depending solely on the front outlets.

The Tiggo 7 PHEV uses MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link independent rear arrangement.

The multi-link rear setup provides more sophisticated wheel control than a simpler torsion-beam configuration.

Malaysia-specific chassis tuning further prioritises stability and comfort across typical local road surfaces.

The hybrid system allows the Tiggo 7 PHEV to operate silently under electric power during urban driving.

Double-glazed acoustic front glass helps reduce wind and traffic noise.

The petrol engine can become more audible when operating under sustained load, but the electric-first drivetrain provides good refinement during everyday commuting.

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV combines one of the more comprehensive equipment packages in its segment with genuinely useful plug-in hybrid capability.

Its 205 KW (275 HP) and 365 NM Chery Super Hybrid drivetrain provides substantially stronger performance than a conventional economy-focused hybrid, while the 18.3 KWH LFP battery offers 90 KM of electric driving and up to 1,200 KM of combined range.

At RM129,800 OTR without insurance, equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory, panoramic roof, dual 12.3-inch displays, Snapdragon 8155 processing, eight-speaker Sony audio, 540-degree camera and an extensive Level 2 ADAS suite.

It also stands out among affordable PHEVs by supporting 40 KW DC charging and 3.3 KW V2L, while its five-star ASEAN NCAP result further strengthens its family-oriented credentials.

Its main limitations are the relatively modest 90 KM EV range compared with newer long-range PHEVs and the fact that its 40 KW DC charging rate is modest by full-EV standards. Nevertheless, the combination of price, equipment, 275 HP performance and long-distance efficiency makes the Tiggo 7 PHEV one of the more compelling mainstream plug-in hybrid SUVs currently offered in Malaysia.