Chery Tiggo 8

Entering into the Tiggo 8 Pro Max and you’ll notice the emphasis on luxury becomes quite obvious. The cabin has a combination of advanced technology and high-quality materials which have made the cabin look more expensive than the cost of the vehicle.

The dual-screen system integrating the instrument cluster and infotainment system, creates an uninterrupted digital display.

Interior details are:

• Digital cluster and infotainment dual display system
• Electrically adjusted seats covered with leather
• Large three row seating configuration
• Multi colour ambient lighting
• Panoramic sunroof
• High-end materials and finished trim work

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max has spacious passenger space, and the seats are well cushioned to ensure comfort on the long trip between emirates.

The legroom is also good enough in the second-row passengers and the third row is more flexible to large families.

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max has safety as a major consideration. The SUV has a robust body architecture and other sophisticated driver assistance technologies.

Key Safety Features

• Extended side curtain airbags and 8 airbags
• ADAS suite (Advanced Driver Assistance System)
• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane departure warning
• Automatic emergency braking
• Blind-spot monitoring
• 540-degree camera system

Technology Platform & Engineering

Tiggo 8 Pro Max is constructed on the T1X platform of Chery that has been developed through co-operation with other international suppliers like Bosch and Benteler.

The platform is aimed at supporting SUVs that have:

• increased structural rigidity.
• better ride comfort
• improved safety performance.

The supply of globally known component suppliers assists Chery to enhance the dependability and fineness of its cars, which has played a vital role in the increasing popularity of the brand in the Middle East.

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max takes the bold and high-end design language that immediately signals its flagship status within the Chery line. The exterior is a mix of clean lines and smooth proportions that make the SUV very noticeable on the UAE roads.

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max has a large diamond pattern that covers the front fascia, reaffirming its high-end status. The grille is surrounded by a smooth LED with inbuilt daytime running lights headlamps, which gives this SUV a very modern and technologically advanced look.

Some of the important exterior features are:

• LED dim and bright headlights.
• LED daytime running lights
• Modelled front bumper, lower ventilated grille.
• Side mirrors with turn indicators that can be adjusted electrically.
• LED rear tail lights of modern style.
• Added convenience of power tailgate.
• Depending on specification, 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels. 

The proportion of the SUV has been thoughtfully made in order to balance luxury and sportiness. Its modern crossover silhouette is achieved by smooth body lines, a rising shoulder line, and a slight angle inclination on the roof line.

In general, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max can look upscale and confident without being too aggressive, which is a design solution that should work well in both urban areas such as Dubai and long distances along the Emirates.

Dimensions & Practicality

The one of the strongest selling points of the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is the generous interior space. It was designed as a three-row seating midsize SUV and serves families who need passenger and cargo flexibility.

Dimensions Overview

Such proportions put the Tiggo 8 Pro Max squarely in the middle of the midsize SUV category, so it can compete with the Toyota Fortuner or Hyundai Santa Fe in terms of the size of its interior.

The wheelbase of the 2710 mm is significant for the passengers comfort. It does not have a low second-row legroom, yet still accommodates a third row that can be occupied by children or by some occasional adult passengers. 

Another good strength is cargo flexibility. The luggage space is increased exponentially with the rear seats folded making it useful to:

• Family vacations
• Airport runs
• Outdoor activities
• Grocery and daily errands

The packaging has been done in such a way that the Tiggo 8 Pro Max does not actually appear large, but happens to be very practical in our daily life.

Behind the wheel, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is intended to provide an element of comfort and performance instead of being aggressively sporty.

The chassis consists of MacPherson independent suspension in the front and a multi-link system in the rear which offers a ride comfort in addition to giving the car stability when driving in the highway. 

The driving characteristics include:

• Quick acceleration through the turbocharged engine.
• Dual-clutch transmission that is responsive.
• Smooth ride tuning of road urban and highway.
• Stable high-speed cruising

Chery also designed the car with ‘refined comfort chassis’ that, according to the company, should provide the car with good ride quality and predictable handling. 

Although, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is not intended as a performance SUV, its robust engine power makes it feel as no vehicle is underpowered enough to justify this eventuality, which many seven-seat SUVs have been accused of.

One of the most outstanding features of the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is performance. In the UAE version, power is provided by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which produces much more power than most of the cars of this price category.

Engine Specifications

This engine offers good acceleration and weightless power delivery. The Tiggo 8 Pro Max has a 254 horsepower and a 390 Nm of torque, providing assurance in overtaking and highway driving. 

The 7-speed DCT transmission is quick and efficient in changing gears; it is also fuel-efficient. This configuration enables the SUV to accelerate between 0 and 100 km/h within approximately 7 seconds, an impressive figure on a 7 seater family car. 

In UAE circumstances, where long-distance highways drive between cities are common, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max has enough power to ensure comfortable speeds of cruising when fully occupied.

One of the greatest selling points of the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is technology. The SUV has been furnished with high levels of contemporary digital technologies that compete with several high-end cars by Chery.

Technology Highlights:

• The infotainment touchscreen measures 15.6-inch and is an HD model
• 10.25 inch electronic instrumentation panel
• Wireless charging of smartphones of 50W
• CarPlay and Android Auto
• Sony premium sound system, with 8 speakers
• Pano system of 540 degrees camera system

The panoramic camera of 540 degrees is very convenient when parking in narrow spaces or in the city. It offers a wider perspective around the car in order to help in manoeuvre.

The other characteristic is the Pure Air cabin filtration system of Chery that aims at enhancing air quality in the cabin, which can be very crucial in hot climate areas and an occasional dust scenario. 

In terms of ownership, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max is a vehicle that is high-value. The basic UAE pricing begins at AED 137,080, which is affordable as compared with other competitors, who provide the same space and technology. 

The most important ownership benefits are:

• Competitive purchase price
• Strong turbocharger engine.
• Spacious 7-seat layout
• Comprehensive technology attributes.
• Good warranty provision (usually up to 6 years based on dealer packages)

Fuel consumption is also quite decent for a vehicle of that size; averaging around 7-7.5 L/100 km in under ideal conditions. 

For families looking for a large SUV without paying premium-brand prices, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max provides a compelling alternative.

Pros & Cons

Strengths

• Powerful 2.0-litre turbo engine
• Spacious three-row interior
• High-end technology capabilities.
• UAE market competitive pricing
• Strong safety equipment

Limitations

• GCC markets have still young brand perception
• The resale value can be behind the Japanese competitors
• Comfort is given more priority in driving

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max has drawn a milestone in terms of the Chinese automotive brands in the UAE market. It is powered by a strong turbocharged engine using highly advanced technology and high quality interior that is competitive in terms of price.

Although it might not be as old as the Japanese or Korean SUVs, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max proves how fast the Chinese companies have become concerning design, engineering, and technology.

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max is a great value proposition to the buyers in the UAE that want a contemporary, feature-filled, and spacious seven-seat SUV without venturing into the realms of competing with the premium brands.

Overall Rating (UAE Context): 8.5 / 10

It provides both power, space, technology and comfort in a balanced bundle and therefore comes out as one of the most intricate value oriented family SUVs in the UAE market today.