Chinese auto giant, Chery in partnership with AW Rostamani Group, has launched the new Chery Tiggo 9 luxury SUV in the UAE. The new Tiggo 9 is offered in petrol and hybrid engine options available in a total of four variants. Prices for the SUV will be announced within a couple of days.
The Tiggo 9 launch event took place at the Bluewaters Forum at Banyan Tree Bluewaters Island, where senior representatives from Chery Global and AW Rostamani Group, media representatives from the UAE and MENA, and regional distributors attended the event.
New Chery Tiggo 9 Variants & Colours
- Tiggo 9 Comfort (FWD)
- Tiggo 9 Luxury (4WD)
- Tiggo 9 Premium (4WD)
- Tiggo 9 PHEV (FWD)
The brand’s new 7-seater flagship Chinese SUV is offered in 5 exterior colours and 2 interior colour options. Bookings for the new Tiggo 9 have begun with deliveries said to start in a week.
Engine & Transmission
The Chery Tiggo 9 is offered in petrol and petrol-hybrid engine options. There is also 4WD being offered depending on the variant. Here are the performance figures:
| Specs | 2.0L Turbo Petrol | 1.5L Turbo Petrol (PHEV) |
| Max Power | 257hp | 375hp |
| Peak Torque | 400Nm | 610Nm |
| Battery | – | 19.43kWh |
| Motor | – | 221hp |
| Pure EV Range (WLTC) | – | 82KM |
| Total Range (WLTC) | – | 1,400KM |
| 0 to 100km/h | 7.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 205km/h | 180km/h |
| Gearbox | 8-speed AT | 3DHT |
| Drivetrain | FWD/4WD | FWD |
- Except for the base variant, all Tiggo 9 petrol models get 7 drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, Sand, Mud, Snow, and Off-road.
- For PHEV, 30-80% battery can be charged via a DC input in just 25 minutes.
- PHEV gets 6 drive modes: HEV, EV, EV+, normal, economy, and sports.
Exterior Design
The Tiggo 9’s design is influenced by the Jaecoo J8 premium SUV launching soon in the UAE.
- Upfront there is the signature Tiger-eye and diamond-embedded grille, which also houses a large Chery logo. The chrome bezel and blacked-out theme adds to the premium and sporty character of the SUV.
- From the side, your attention will go to the striking 20-inch alloy wheels along with the sloping roofline.
- The rear of the SUV includes diamond-shaped LED taillights and tiger-stripe fog light frames.
Dimensions Check
- Length: 4,810mm
- Width: 1,925mm
- Height: 1,742mm
- Wheelbase: 2,800mm
- Max Ground Clearance: 205mm
- Boot Space: 200L (With All 3 Seats Up)
For context, the Tiggo 9 is 88mm longer, 65mm wider and 4mm taller than the Tiggo 8 Pro Max. The Wheelbase is longer by 100mm.
Interior
The new Tiggo 9’s interior is a blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience.
- The cabin includes high-quality leatherette, suede and aluminium giving a premium feel.
- With a three-row layout, the Tiggo 9 comfortably accommodates up to seven passengers.
- Further elevating the premium feel of the cabin is a panoramic sunroof and ambient lightning.
- Auto-folding rear seats can create a spacious 2.08m² bed when folded.
Technology, Features & Safety
The new Tiggo 9 comes loaded with a ton of features:
- 14.25-inch Instrument Cluster
- 15.60-inch Infotainment
- Android Auto & Apple Carplay
- Wireless Phone Charger
- Tri-zone Climate Control
- Powered Seats For All Rows
- Massaging and Ventilated Front Seats
- 14-speaker Sony Audio
- Level 2 ADAS Safety Feature
- Head-Up Display
- Up to 10 Airbags
- 540-degree Camera
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Warranty & Service
Chery UAE is offering a special after-sales service offer for the first 250 customers. The Tiggo 9 will be offered with the following warranty and service packages:
- 9 Years/250,000KM Vehicle Warranty
- 90,000KM Service Package
- Roadside Assistance (RSA)
New Chery Tiggo 9 In The UAE
With the Tiggo 9 Chrey has entered the world of premium luxury SUVs in the UAE. The Tiggo 9 will rival the Exeed VX, Kaiyi X7, and the upcoming Jaecoo J8, all of which are part of Chery’s subsidiary brands. It will also go up against the likes of the Nissan Pathfinder, Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sorento.
FAQs
Yes, the Chery Tiggo 9 features an all-wheel-drive option on the petrol variants.
The new Chery Tiggo 9 is available in a single 7-seater option.
The new Chery Tiggo 9 is powered by a 2.0L turbo petrol and 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV engine.
Yes, the new Chery Tiggo 9 is offered with a plug-in hybrid petrol engine with a maximum WLTC range of 1,400KM.
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