2015 Chery Tiggo | New Car Review
Review Summary:
The 2015 Chery Tiggo may not be a common sight on the roads of the U.A.E, but falling into a highly competitive segment of the market, the Chinese compact SUV faces stiff competition from its Korean rival, the Kia Sportage. Bringing a fair package for a reasonably small price to the table, the Tiggo is a Chinese offering that could potentially put quite a few Japanese and Korean ones to shame.
Pros
* Ample amounts of standard equipment.
* Priced extremely well.
Cons
* With only a Front Wheel Drive layout on offer, the Tiggo is merely a hatchback on stilts.
Looks
Being the only SUV in the brand’s line-up, the 2015 Chery Tiggo can’t be blamed for borrowing styling cues from any of its siblings. However, while the front end is rather sleek and is proud to flaunt angular headlamps with integrated Daytime Running Lights, the rear end is a shoddy copy of the second generation Toyota RAV4; I guess you could say the creative streak didn’t last all through the design process then…
Feels
Inside, it’s a neat and functional design that sees a protruding centre stack –embellished in matte silver trim- break the monotony of dark plastics found on the dashboard and door panels. For a premium of just AED 3,000, the Tiggo offers higher levels of comfort with leather wrapped seats, an automatic air conditioning system, and a 6-way adjustable driver’s seat.
Engineering
Available in just two trims, the 2015 Chery Tiggo is one of the few offerings in the market to offer substantial amounts of kit as standard equipment. Luring potential buyers to the brand, the Comfort model, or base model as many would call it in the UAE, offers power windows, cruise control, parking sensors, headlamp leveling, and fog lights, in addition to a CD player with a USB port. For the price of just AED 44,900, that’s a steal no matter which way you look at it.
What’s on offer
Powered by a 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine which chucks out 137 horsepower at 5,750 RPM and 182 Nm of torque at 4,500 RPM, the 4,390mm long, 1,765mm wide, and 1,705mm tall SUV, delivers power to the front and is capable of reaching a top speed of 175 km/h.
Verdict
If you’re considering getting the 2015 Chery Tiggo, then you’ll be glad to know that by opting for the Tiggo over the Sportage, you’ll be saving a decent sum of money. But if space is what you’re truly after, then a visit to the Toyota showroom could prove worthwhile, for the Avanza is a seven seater people carrier that’s a worthy alternative. Keep in mind, though, the Jap doesn’t have half the amount of features found on the Tiggo.
Specifications
| Specifications | 2015 Chery Tiggo |
|---|---|
| Engine/ Cylinders | 2.0 litre / 4-cyl |
| Max Power (bhp/rpm) | 137 hp @ 5,750 RPM |
| Max Torque (Nm/rpm) | 182 Nm @ 4,500 RPM |
| Tranmission | 4 speed automatic |
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| 0-100 km/h | 13.0 secs |
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
| Price | AED 44,900 - 49,900 |
Roopesh
June 11, 2016 at 10:32 pm
As per my experience chery is worst car I seen, I have chery e5, After 15k service its start with engine misfiring/ hesitate to accelerate while low rpm, From Garhoud and DIP workshop peoples cant identify the problem still am suffering with same problem. especially in traffic.
JoemonVijayan
April 20, 2016 at 9:57 am
I am facing noise from engine ,Still Technician cant find out the reason.
Anuj
February 18, 2016 at 1:37 pm
Hi Mr. Zaran, i would be happy to see your reply on Joemon Vijayan’s concern. What do you have to say on that????? His review dragged my attention more because if the product is good and performing well thats great but what if not is my concern….
JoemonVijayan
April 19, 2016 at 1:13 pm
Mr.Anuj,
Everybody have different experience.I mentioned about my experince.If you cant believe come and check my vehilce.I can challenge any one for my vehilce cherry tiggo I am facing problems and still technicians in DIP Garrage cant find out the noise from my vehicle.
For any clarification you can call me -0551990074
md mahbob alam
January 26, 2016 at 9:04 am
i want buy.can you help me.
Joemon Vijayan
October 8, 2015 at 12:56 pm
Upto 15000 KM Performance wise vehicle was good.Now after 15000 km service ,vehicle become rough.no smooth.Service is very bad from authorized service centre (dubai uae).Quality of the material used is very very bad.
Now i am feeling ,i done a big mistake in choosing this vehicle
When I try to sale this vehicle in pre owned vehicle centre on september 2015(their own company)They offer me 22000 AED (2015 model registered in April 2015)I was shocked .
Any way I accept my mistake.
Don Suresh
August 12, 2015 at 4:38 pm
I’m driving chery tiggo 2015 for 4 months its a good vehicle value for money .Until now no problem doing fine. Only draw back is slow to pick up but once picked up the speed very smooth running. Cruise control still not try out.
Zaran Tarapore
August 12, 2015 at 4:40 pm
Hi Don,
Good to hear you’re enjoying your car. All the very best!
Regards,
Zaran
Anthony
May 31, 2015 at 11:21 am
it’s look Stylish but i like to have test drive.
Zaran Tarapore
May 31, 2015 at 12:51 pm
Hi Anthony,
I’m sure a visit to the showroom can sort that out for you.
Best,
Zaran
JoemonVijayan
April 19, 2016 at 1:26 pm
Hi Mr.Zaran.
I am talking about my chery tiggo.
I clearly mentioned about my vehicle.If you have any doubts, just contact to DIP garrage and check about my vehicle.
From beggining onwards i complaining about noise from engine and vibration in side mirror.Still they can’t solve the issue.
About value- Today I check in one online site for sale my car.
I got value for my vehice is 16487.00 AED,Is this a right price for a vehicle?
If you want more information call me 0551990074