Chery Tiggo 8 Pro LS receives major upgrade with more style, comfort and technology

• The Tiggo 8 Pro LS joins the local Tiggo 8 line-up as the replacement for the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive+, bringing fresh styling, added comfort, revised technology and driver-assistance features.
• Priced at R499,900, the seven-seat SUV is powered by Chery’s 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and rated at 7.2 L/100 km on the WLTP cycle.
• Key highlights include dual 12.3-inch digital displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 540-degree HD panoramic camera, heated and ventilated front seats, seven-seat practicality and Chery’s established warranty and service plan package.

Chery South Africa is strengthening the value proposition of its Tiggo 8 lineup with the recent introduction of the Tiggo 8 Pro LS, which replaces the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive+ in the local range. The new derivative has been developed to give customers more of the features they expect from a modern family SUV, while retaining the competitive positioning that has helped make the Tiggo 8 range an appealing option in the local market.

Priced at R499,900, the upgraded model adds meaningful improvements across design, technology, comfort and driver assistance.

Power comes from Chery’s 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, producing 137 kW and 275 N.m of torque. Drive is sent to the front wheels through a smooth-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 7.2 L/100 km on the WLTP cycle, while the 51-litre fuel tank supports everyday commuting and longer-distance family travel.

Visually, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS adopts a sportier front-end treatment and new full-width LED tail lamps, giving the SUV a more contemporary appearance. The upgraded lighting package includes automatic LED headlights, daytime running lights, and fog lights, while heated exterior mirrors add further convenience in wet or misty conditions.

The upgraded Tiggo 8 Pro LS is available in three exterior colours: New Khaki White, New Carbon Black and Tech Gray.

Inside, the cabin has been refreshed to deliver a more refined driving environment. The Tiggo 8 Pro LS features dual 12.3-inch digital displays, combining a digital instrument cluster with a central infotainment touchscreen for a cleaner and more modern cabin layout. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, along with Bluetooth, Intelligent Voice Command, front and rear USB ports and an upgraded 50-watt wireless smartphone charger.

Inside, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS carries a generous comfort and convenience specification. The latest member of the Tiggo 8 family is equipped with synthetic leather upholstery, electrically adjustable front seats, driver’s seat memory, four-way electric lumbar support for the driver, heated and ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror. The second and third rows are also supported by dedicated comfort features, including a second-row air-conditioning outlet and third-row independent air conditioning.

Practicality remains central to the Tiggo 8 package. With seating for seven, the SUV is designed to accommodate growing families and active lifestyles. Measuring 4,745 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width and 1,705 mm in height, with a 2,710 mm wheelbase, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS offers generous cabin space across all three rows. Luggage capacity is rated at 117 litres with all seats in use, expanding to 739 litres with the third row folded. A power-operated tailgate with smart-key functionality further improves day-to-day usability, particularly when loading luggage, shopping or family gear.

Safety and driver assistance have also been strengthened. The upgraded Tiggo 8 Pro LS features a 540-degree HD panoramic camera system, giving drivers a clearer view of the vehicle’s surroundings when parking or manoeuvring in tight spaces. This is supported by front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, door-open warning and rear collision warning.

Additional driver assistance features include:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Forward-collision warning
• Autonomous emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Lane departure prevention
• Lane-keeping assist
• Traffic congestion assist
• Intelligent high-beam control

These systems work alongside core safety features such as seven airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking, electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist, hill-descent control, tyre-pressure monitoring, emergency stop signal, speed limit reminder, ISOFIX child-seat anchors, child safety locks and driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders.

“The new Tiggo 8 Pro LS reflects Chery’s focus on giving South African families more comfort, more technology and more reassurance in a package that remains accessible,” said Verene Petersen, National Marketing Manager at Chery South Africa. “Customers are increasingly looking for vehicles that make daily life easier, whether that is through intelligent safety, flexible space, modern connectivity or small convenience features that improve every journey. This trim level responds directly to those needs.”

The upgraded Chery Tiggo 8 Pro LS is priced at R499,900, which includes Chery’s 5-year/150 000 km vehicle warranty, 10- year/1 million km engine warranty for the first owner and a 5-year/75 000 km service plan.

The Tiggo 8 Pro LS is also supported by Chery’s Trans-national Warranty Programme under the Chery Family Care umbrella. This allows customers to access warranty-related support at authorised Chery service centres across Chery’s global markets, providing added reassurance for owners who travel across borders or relocate internationally.

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