'Electrified' Chery Tiggo Cross enters PH NEV arena

MANILA: Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) bolstered its new-energy vehicle lineup with the launching of the all-new Tiggo Cross HEV.

The newest offering from the United Asia Automotive Group Incorporated-led vehicle distributor came months after the nameplate’s internal combustion engine-propelled version entered the local market (revealed at this year’s Manila International Auto Show).

Per CAP, the electrified crossover merges “advanced technology, exceptional fuel efficiency, and premium features in one smart, stylish package.”

“The launch of this new Chery Super Hybrid vehicle marks an integral step in Chery’s journey toward sustainable mobility in the Philippines, with the Tiggo Cross HEV leading the way in making hybrid technology more accessible to every Filipino family,” the company noted in a statement.

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Here’s what you need to know about the newest member of the CAP family.

Vehicle specifications

On paper, the all-new Tiggo Cross HEV measures:

Overall dimensions (length, width, height; in millimeters [mm>)	4,320 x 1,831 x 1,652
Wheelbase (in mm)	2,610
Ground clearance (in mm)	190

 Its notable exterior portions are:

• Tiger-inspired design
• Starry diamond grille

Inside the cabin are the following creature comforts such as:

• Dual 10.25-inch high-definition screens
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity and voice-activated controls
• 50-watt wireless charging
• Electronically adjustable moonroof
• Six-way power adjustable seats and four-way lumbar support
• Dual-zone climate control with rear vents
• Six-speaker audio configuration

Under the all-new Tiggo Cross HEV’s hood is an in-line four, double overhead cam 1.5-liter engine with an electric motor that utilizes the Chery Super Hybrid Technology. While it is basically the same mill as the standard option, the additional hybrid technology provides additional power to the electrified variation.

Check out the difference in churn between the two offerings:     

Variant	Non-hybrid	Hybrid
Maximum output (in horsepower)	112	201
Peak torque (in Newton-meters)	141	310

Instead of a nine-speed continuous variable transmission (which was made available in the standard all-new Tiggo Cross), the HEV kind sends the said numbers to the front wheels via a dedicated hybrid transmission.

Further, the powertrain also has a 51-liter fuel tank and a 1.83-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery that, when combined, lets the vehicle cover up to 1,200 kilometers.

The vehicle received a five-star rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program, thanks to its myriad of safety and driver assistive features, which comprised of:

• Six airbags
• High-rigidity body structure
• 14 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions
• 360-degree camera with transparent view
• Adaptive cruise control

Available in all authorized Chery dealerships across the country, the all-new Chery Tiggo Cross HEV can be had at an introductory price of P1.198 million. 

It is packaged with an eight-year or 160,000 kilometers high-voltage battery warranty, and a 5-year or 150,000KMS (whichever comes first) bumper-to-bumper warranty.

“As the brand expands its hybrid lineup, it aims to empower more Filipinos to embrace future-ready vehicles that combine intelligent performance, premium design, and exceptional value,” CAP concluded.

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