Car Buyer's Guide

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV

Mk1 Facelift · launched Oct 3 2025 · SUV · CKD

The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is the only Tiggo 8 variant, priced at RM159,800.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV

Colours — exterior

  • Aurora Green Metallic
  • Dark Black Metallic
  • Khaki White Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black seats

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance
Capacity
1,498 cc
Horsepower
139 hp
Torque
215 Nm
Fuel
Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Bore
77 mm
Compression Ratio
9.5
Number of Motors
1
Motor Horsepower
201 hp
Motor Torque
310 Nm
Battery Capacity
18.3 kWh
EV Range
90 km
Charging Rate (AC)
6.6 kW
Charging Rate (DC)
40 kW
V2L
3.3 kW

Drivetrain

Transmission
Single Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name
DHT
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Dimensions

Length
4,725 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Wheelbase
2,710 mm
Weight
1,916 kg
Fuel Tank
60 litres
Doors
5
Seats
7
Boot Space
193 litres
Front Tyre
235/50R19
Rear Tyre
235/50R19
Spare Tyre
Tyre Repair Kit
Factory Tyres
Continental PremiumContact C

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Wheels
19" Alloy
Rear Wheels
19" Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Safety

Airbags
Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety Lock
Manual for rear doors
Seat Belts
7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIX
Available for two outer middle row passenger seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Seats Only

Lighting

Headlamps
Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam
Taillamps
Full LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators

Cabin

Front Seats
6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-con
Rear AC Vents
Power Sockets
1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row
Interior Lighting
Map Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Audio
15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine Start
Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal)
Locks
Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
Parking Brake
Electronic

Driving aids

Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Hill Start Assist

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes, with 360-degree Camera

Infotainment

Bluetooth
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer
7 years
Warranty Notes
8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty

PHEV FAQ

How much is the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV in Malaysia?

The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is priced at RM159,800 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance) — about RM1,630/mo a month on a 9-year loan at 2.5% flat.

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