Chery Australia has announced the upcoming launch of the TIGGO 8 Pro Max, a new SUV in the TIGGO series, set for arrival in May 2024. The TIGGO 8 Pro Max, a 7-seater vehicle, will be available in three variants: Urban, Elite, and Ultimate, each featuring a range of specifications.

The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine across all variants. The entry-level Urban model includes features such as dual 12.3-inch screens, ambient lighting, an air purifying system, and heated and ventilated seats.

Lucas Harris, Managing Director of Chery Australia, commented on the introduction of the TIGGO 8 Pro Max, highlighting the vehicle's features and engine specifications.

The Urban variant comes equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels and includes advanced driver assistance systems, connectivity features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and an 8-speaker Sony sound system.

The Elite and Ultimate models add additional features, with the Ultimate variant offering an all-wheel-drive system, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a panoramic sunroof among other upgrades.

Safety features in the TIGGO 8 Pro Max include multiple airbags and advanced driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking. The vehicle is also covered by Chery’s 7-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, capped price servicing, and roadside assistance.

The SUV's engine is reported to be the most powerful in Chery's current lineup, with a fuel consumption rating of 8.1L/100km for the Urban and Elite 2WD models. The design features include a choice of eight colors and a range of alloy wheels.

The TIGGO 8 Pro Max offers space for seven passengers and provides a luggage capacity of 117 litres with all seats in use, expanding to 479 litres with the third row folded.

Details on the pricing of the TIGGO 8 Pro Max will be made available closer to its launch.

?Standard Features Across All Variants:

• 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine
• 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
• 18-inch alloy wheels (Urban and Elite) / 19-inch alloy wheels (Ultimate)
• LED headlights and tail lights
• Dual 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Satellite navigation
• Voice assistant
• Wireless phone charger
• Ambient lighting
• 8-speaker Sony sound system (Urban and Elite) / 10-speaker Sony sound system (Ultimate)
• Black leatherette upholstery
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Three drive modes
• Air quality management system

Additional Features for Elite Variant:

• Power tailgate
• Heated exterior mirrors
• Built-in dashcam
• Third-row air vents with fan speed control
• Illuminated door sills with Tiggo lettering
• Retractable cargo blind

Exclusive Features for Ultimate AWD Variant:

• All-wheel drive
• Fragrance system
• Puddle lamps
• Panoramic sunroof
• Privacy glass
• Optional brown interior

Safety Features:

• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) including adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, and lane-keep assist
• Comprehensive airbag system including front, front-side, front-centre, driver’s knee, rear-side, and side curtain airbags
• Surround-view camera

General Information:

• Fuel consumption: 8.1L/100km on the combined cycle
• CO2 emissions: 191g/km (for front-wheel drive models)
• Dimensions: 4720mm length, 1860mm width, 1705mm height, 2710mm wheelbase
• Luggage capacity: 117L with third row up, expands to 479L with third row folded
• Towing capacity: 1300kg (braked), 750kg (unbraked)
• Seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty
• Seven years of roadside assistance
• Seven years of capped-price servicing (pricing to be announced)
• Available in eight colors: Lunar White, Star Silver, Rhine Blue, Loran Violet, Mercurial Grey, Technical Grey, Aurora Green, Space Black