2016 Chery Tiggo | New Car Review
Review Summary:
The Chery Tiggo is a compact SUV that goes up against the likes of the Kia Sportage and the Mitsubishi ASX, but while it isn’t as popular a sight as its rivals on the road of the UAE, the Chinese crossover isn’t one to be taken lightly.
Pros
* For the money, it's a brilliant package
Cons
* Notions people hold on to about Chinese automobiles
Looks
With a combination of crisp contours, chrome touches, and soft curves along its bodywork, the 2016 Chery Tiggo is a beautiful offering from the brand. Not much of a surprise, as it’s the stylistic outcome of Porsche and Mercedes-Benz designers’ Klaus Badenhausen, James Brian Hope, and Hakan Saracoglu.
Feels
The magic is continued inside and the two-tone cabin is home to piano-black trim, a mix of smooth and perforated leather, and a splash of chrome. The Tiggo also goes on to make its sporting pretensions clear with contrast red stitching on the steering wheel, gear shift lever, seats, and arm rests. But it’s more than that; it’s the refinement of it all that needs to be applauded.
Engineering
On the technological front, the Tiggo is equipped with a high-definition infotainment screen, Bluetooth connectivity, keyless start, an automatic air conditioning system and a lot more. If you dig deep enough into your pockets, you’ll also get a start-stop system to save you fuel and an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat.
What’s on offer?
Powered by a 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine that is capable of producing 139 horsepower and 182 Nm of torque, the Tiggo directs its grunt through a CVT transmission to the front wheels and bears a top speed of 165 km/h.
Summing it…
The 2016 Chery Tiggo challenges preconceived notions of Chinese automobiles and their laid-back approach to quality. Wearing a price tag that is lower than its rivals, while offering significantly more, it’s worth your time if you’re on the lookout for a compact SUV.
Specifications
| Specifications | 2016 Chery Tiggo |
|---|---|
| Engine/ Cylinders | 2.0 litre / 4-cyl |
| Max Power (bhp/rpm) | 139 hp @ 5,750 RPM |
| Max Torque (Nm/rpm) | 182 Nm @ 4,500 RPM |
| Tranmission | CVT |
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| 0-100 km/h | N/A |
| Top speed | 165 km/h |
| Price | AED 59,900 - 64,900 |
DD
January 18, 2017 at 4:04 pm
Car review that cannot tell: how many seats, safety features and whether there are latches for car seats are USELESS
Nompi Nkosi
November 14, 2016 at 5:45 pm
Im currently driving a Chery Tiggo TXE 2009…I love my car it is very reliable…I need to upgrade now and this Tiggo 5 it is what im looking for…When is it coming to South Africa and price estimation please
Martin
September 8, 2016 at 5:50 pm
I like this car – can I view and test drive it please
arash
August 11, 2016 at 1:47 pm
i have this car.it is very good for travel.i think it’s the best SUV car in china
serdar guntas
August 4, 2016 at 10:42 pm
hi from iran tehran. I have bought this car. it is very very nice and it has full quality its also very luxus interior and exterior .I have also BMW 5.20 2013 model but i like this chery tiggo more 😉
jack
July 4, 2016 at 6:19 am
good car
CATLIN
March 3, 2016 at 12:19 pm
its a nice car. Already tested off road and climb to jebel hafeet. Still on good and tough condition.
ATIF FAWZY
February 25, 2016 at 7:13 pm
when tiggo 2016 will come to Egypt & how much please
QUENTINA Moodley
January 18, 2016 at 8:54 pm
when is this car coming to south Africa
Anna
September 29, 2015 at 10:47 am
When is this car coming to South Africa?
eissa.attia
September 14, 2015 at 7:43 pm
Please when this car coming in Egypt