On September 28, Chery Automobile officially released the official images of the all-new Tiggo 8. The new Tiggo 8 can be considered a successor model to the previous Tiggo 8. As a new generation model, the vehicle offers a dual front design style, and its body dimensions have been increased. According to plans, the new model will be launched in the fourth quarter of this year. For reference, the current Tiggo 8 is priced between 109,900 and 159,900 RMB.
In terms of exterior design, the new car adopts an entirely new design style with two front-end design options. Both models feature a large grille design, with the central brand logo embedded in the middle, and the raised lines on the hood add to the overall stylish look. The main differences lie in the grille design and headlamp shape. One variant features a smooth grille outline with a honeycomb mesh inside, along with a split headlamp design on both sides, giving it a sportier and more visually striking appearance. The other variant adopts an octagonal grille outline, filled with a dot matrix chrome element, and matrix LED headlights on both sides, presenting a more stable and refined look.
Looking at the side profile, the new car’s overall design exudes a strong sense of power. The roofline slopes downward gradually from the B-pillar, combined with the forward-leaning C-pillar design, creating a dynamic and sporty stance. It also features semi-hidden exterior door handles and 19-inch dual-tone aluminum alloy wheels, giving it a very sporty feel. In terms of size, the new car measures 4749 mm in length, 1880 mm in width, and 1710 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2825 mm. It is positioned as a medium-sized SUV with a 5-seat layout. For comparison, the current 2025 Tiggo 8 measures 4722 (4720) mm in length, 1860 mm in width, and 1745 (1746) mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2710 mm. At the rear, the new car features a new style of full-width light strip design for the taillights, with the “CHERY” logo above, making it highly recognizable when lit. The license plate frame is cleverly integrated into the rear bumper area, further enhancing the vehicle’s visual richness. In terms of exhaust, the new car offers two layouts: hidden exhaust and dual rear exhaust, depending on the front design.
As for the interior and powertrain, the official details have not been released yet. However, for reference, the current Tiggo 8 PLUS is equipped with two engine options: a 1.6T and a 2.0T engine. The former has a maximum power of 145 kW, paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission; the latter has a maximum power of 187 kW, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Based on the new Tiggo 8’s positioning and the pricing of the current models, the new car will continue to compete with models like the Jetour X70L, Geely Haoyue L, and Haval Big Dog PLUS after its launch.
Currently, Chery’s product lineup includes the Tiggo series, the Arrizo series, and others, covering small SUVs, compact SUVs, medium SUVs, and compact cars. The Tiggo series includes models such as the Tiggo 8, Tiggo 7, Tiggo 3X, Tiggo 5X, and Tiggo 9. The Tiggo 8, launched in April 2018, is a mid-size SUV priced between 109,900 and 159,900 RMB.
On September 27, the new Tiggo 9 family was officially launched. The new Tiggo 9 offers five models, priced between 152,900 and 203,900 RMB, with special National Day prices ranging from 137,900 to 188,900 RMB. The Tiggo 9 C-DM has three models, priced between 165,900 and 185,900 RMB, with National Day prices ranging from 155,900 to 175,900 RMB. The Tiggo 9X offers three models, priced between 147,900 and 169,900 RMB, with special National Day prices ranging from 127,900 to 149,900 RMB.
Retail data shows that from January to August this year, the best-selling model in Chery’s portfolio was the Tiggo 8, with a total sales of 120,200 units. The Arrizo 8, Tiggo 7, Tiggo 5X, and Tiggo 9 followed, with cumulative sales of 89,800 units, 36,800 units, 36,800 units, and 25,600 units, respectively.
