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2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro - Urban
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Urban
Variant
GX
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.1 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
180kW / 375Nm
Power and torque
143kW / -Nm
704km
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Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Internet: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 152
CO2 Level (Combined): 191
CO2 Level (Urban): 259
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Sqrf4j20
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 2487
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: A25a-Fxs
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.1
Main Capacity (L): 57
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 704
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 437
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 21
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 704
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 437
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 12.3
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 8.1
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 29
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 245
Maximum Power (kW): 180
Maximum Torque (Nm): 375
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 194
Maximum Power (kW): 143
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.1
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Ecvt
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Location: Front
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: T1X
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 26.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 739
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 117
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 59.1
Front Track (mm): 1502
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 190
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 67.1
Overall Height (mm): 1705
Overall Length (in): 185.8
Overall Length (mm): 4720
Overall Width (in): 73.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2080
Overall Width (mm): 1860
Rear Track (in): 63.1
Rear Track (mm): 1604
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2710
External Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2866
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2194
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4837
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1661
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3662
Tare Weight (kg): 1626
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Sony
Number of Speakers: 8
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood & Synthetic Leather
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
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Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20231201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 79.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20291231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 86.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Elite Rhd
Crash Test Results
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
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Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Locks
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
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