In the end, the Chery Tiggo Cross has been formally launched in Malaysia. This comes following two previews – first at this yr’s Malaysia Autoshow and a second time close to the tip of June. Secure to say the arrival of the between-A-and-B-segment SUV has been heralded for a while, because it was one in every of three SUVs confirmed for our market again in October 2022 when Chery introduced its return to Malaysia.
The Tiggo Cross can hint its roots to the Tiggo 5x, which first launched in China in 2017. This mannequin (renamed to the Tiggo 4 for export markets) obtained its first facelift in 2019, with the second facelift launched in 2019 (the ‘Professional’ moniker was added) – this was the automotive proven right here over two years in the past. The third facelift, which is at present for export markets, was revealed in 2024, and that’s the one being launched at this time.
The Tiggo Cross goes on sale as a locally-assembled (CKD) providing that is available in two variants, beginning with the 1.5 Turbo that’s priced at RM88,800 on-the-road with out insurance coverage. Your different possibility is the 1.5 Hybrid CSH at RM99,800, with ‘CSH’ standing ‘Chery Tremendous Hybrid’.
By way of powertrains, the Turbo includes a 1.5 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine making 147 PS and 210 Nm of torque, with drive going to the entrance wheels by way of a six-speed dual-clutch transmission to allow a 0-100 km/h time of 10.3 seconds in Sport mode (different choices are Eco and Regular).
As for the Hybrid, its powertrain (additionally FWD) relies round a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine serving up 102 PS and 125 Nm. That is mated to Direct Hybrid Transmission (DHT) that has two built-in electrical motors rated at 204 PS and 310 Nm.
It’s a series-parallel hybrid system with 5 states, together with EV (operating on electrical energy solely), Tandem (engine acts as a generator whereas the electrical motor drives the wheels), Parallel (each the engine and electrical motor working collectively), Direct Engine (engine straight drives the wheels at speeds above 80 km/h) and Vitality Restoration (regenerative braking and coasting to cost the battery).
A 1.8-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery positioned beneath the boot ground is linked to the electrical motors and reduces the Hybrid variant’s boot house to 350 litres. The Turbo presents 380 litres of boot house, though each variants share the identical 51-litre gas tank. Claimed gas consumption (undisclosed normal) is 6.3 l/100 km for the Turbo and 5.4 l/100 km for the Hybrid, the latter hybrid with a kerb weight of 1,565 kg versus the Turbo’s 1,468 kg.
The Tiggo Cross can also be provided in several powertrain configurations from ours in different markets. For instance, Indonesia will get a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine (116 PS and 138 Nm) and a CVT, whereas Australia will get the identical turbo and hybrid choices as us, however the former is provided with a CVT as an alternative of a DCT.
The Tiggo Cross measures 4,318 mm lengthy, 1,830 mm large, 1,670 mm tall and has a wheelbase of two,610 mm, which makes it barely smaller total than a Omoda 5 and in regards to the measurement of a Proton X50. Given the specs, dimensions and asking costs, the Tiggo Cross seems to be to draw cross-shoppers who’ve set a sub-RM100k funds for a brand new automotive.
It’s value stating that the Hybrid variant of the Tiggo Cross at RM99,800 is now Malaysia’s least expensive hybrid automotive, significantly undercutting the Honda Metropolis 1.5L e:HEV RS that goes for RM111,900. We all know one’s an SUV and the opposite’s a sedan, so an apples to apples comparability is the Nissan Kicks e-Energy VL at RM113,800, which is now the second least expensive hybrid SUV you should purchase right here.
As we reported beforehand, the Tiggo Cross we’re getting is the newest 2024 facelift, which is completely different from the Tiggo 4 Professional (the mannequin’s earlier title) proven to us again in October 2022. Key adjustments from the pre-facelift mannequin embody a bigger entrance grille with a black insert and surrounding trim, reshaped headlamps, full-width taillights and an overhauled inside that with conjoined screens on the dashboard.
Commonplace tools for each variants consists of LED headlamps, LED daytime operating lights, LED taillights, crimson brake callipers, roof rails, a rear spoiler, fake leather-based seat upholstery, ambient lighting, dual-zone local weather management with rear vents, a 15W wi-fi charging pad, keyless entry and begin, a powered driver’s seat, a ten.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a ten.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay help, a 540-degree digital camera and 6 audio system.
The Turbo variant will get 18-inch wheels, six airbags and an ADAS suite that features lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross site visitors alert, auto excessive beam, lane departure prevention, adaptive cruise management, ahead collision warning and autonomous emergency braking.
Curiously, the Hybrid variant receives smaller 17-inch wheels, but it surely has seven airbags and its ADAS suite is expanded to incorporate features like door opening warning, rear collision warning, rear cross site visitors braking, lane change help, emergency lane maintaining, multi-collision brake, site visitors jam help, lane centring help and pace restrict help. The Hybrid can also be differentiated from the Turbo on inside with its gloss black-finished steering wheel buttons and ‘CHERY’ lettering on the steering wheel hub.
The Tiggo Cross comes with a seven-year, 150,000-km producer guarantee, with the Hybrid variant gaining a further eight-year, 160,000-km guarantee for its battery, motors and hybrid management unit. Each variants include seven years of free towing service and are provided in 4 colors, albeit with a slight distinction.
Carbon Black, Phantom Gray and Khaki White can be found for each variants, however the Turbo might be had in an unique Blood Stone Crimson, whereas the Hybrid’s variant-specific hue is Moonlight Silver. Chery Malaysia is providing an early hen bundle to consumers which incorporates two years of free service – that is for the primary 2,000 prospects till September 30, 2025.
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