Chery Tiggo 7 I (facelift 2018) 1.5T (145 Hp) DCT

Chery Tiggo 7:

The Chery Tiggo 7 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automaker Chery Automobile. The fourth model of the company's Tiggo crossover product series, the first-generation Tiggo 7 debuted in April 2016. The second-generation model debuted as a near-production concept car in November 2019, with the production model being revealed later December that year.
Codenamed "T15", the first-generation Tiggo 7 was first presented on 24 April 2016, before making its public debut at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show. Sales started in China on 20 September 2016. Its design was based on the TX SUV concept, originally showcased at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (facelift 2018) Overview:

Chery Tiggo 7 (I (facelift 2018)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1440 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Chery Tiggo 7. About 580 comments were scanned, 98 comments (16.9% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 63 negative comments (10.86% of the total comments). The remaining 419 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

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Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent type McPherson, rear: Independent multi-link suspension) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Electric power steering improves efficiency and feel.
• Generous trunk space: 1100 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1440 kg).
• Adequate ground clearance (210 mm).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 145 hp.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 101 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 144.9 Nm/tonne.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 1/5

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Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: September, 2016 - April, 2017).

General:

  Brand: Chery
  Model: Tiggo 7
  Generation: I (facelift 2018)
  Modification (Engine): 1.5T (145 Hp) DCT
  Start of production: September, 2018
  End of production: March, 2020
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: SUV
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Engine systems: Start & Stop System
  Power: 145 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 96.8 Hp/l [Same length.]
  Torque: 210 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: SQRE4T15B More details about the engine SQRE4T15B
  Engine displacement: 1498
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 4
  Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection
  Engine aspiration: Turbocharger, Intercooler
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Weight-to-power ratio: 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.7 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 6.9 kg/Nm, 145.8 Nm/tonne

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1440
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1100 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 414 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 57 l

Size:

  Length: 4505 mm [Same length.]
  Width: 1837 mm [Same width.]
  Height: 1670 mm [Same height.]
  Wheelbase: 2670 mm [Same wheelbase.]
  Ride height (ground clearance): 210 mm

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 6
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DCT
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Disc
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering
  Tires size: 225/65 R17
  Wheel rims size: 17
  Front suspension: Independent type McPherson
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link suspension