Chery Tiggo 8 1.5 TCI (156 Hp) DCT 7 Seat

Chery Tiggo 8:

The Chery Tiggo 8 is a series of mid-size crossover SUVs, predominantly sold as a three-row vehicle, produced by Chery under the Tiggo product series. First introduced in 2018, it is positioned between the smaller Tiggo 7 and the larger Tiggo 9.
In China, a more upclass variant with an updated styling called the Chery Tiggo 8 Plus was launched in 2020. This version is marketed as the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro in overseas markets. Another newer variant with an altered styling also called the Tiggo 8 Pro was introduced to the Chinese market in 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Tiggo 8 Overview:

Chery Tiggo 8 (Tiggo 8). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1556 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Chery Tiggo 8. About 465 comments were scanned, 76 comments (16.34% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 56 negative comments (12.04% of the total comments). The remaining 333 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.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Decent ICE technology.
• Efficient fuel consumption: 7 L/100 km combined.
• 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: 1930 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1541 kg).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 156 hp.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 101 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 149.3 Nm/tonne.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 2/5

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Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Tiggo 8: April, 2018 - May, 2019).

General:

  Brand: Chery
  Model: Tiggo 8
  Generation: Tiggo 8
  Modification (Engine): 1.5 TCI (156 Hp) DCT 7 Seat
  Start of production: May, 2019
  End of production: October, 2020
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: SUV
  Seats: 7
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Engine systems: Start & Stop System
  Power: 156 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
  Power per litre: 104.1 Hp/l
  Torque: 230 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: SQRE4T15C [Same engine] More details about the engine SQRE4T15C
  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
  Valvetrain: DOHC
  Engine oil capacity: 4.7 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 7.4 l/100 km
  Emission standard: China VI
  Maximum speed: 190 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 10 kg/Hp, 100.3 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 6.8 kg/Nm, 147.8 Nm/tonne

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1556
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1930 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 193 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 51 l

Size:

  Length: 4700 mm [Same length.]
  Width: 1860 mm [Same width.]
  Height: 1746 mm [41mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 2710 mm [Same wheelbase.]

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: 235/55 R18
  Wheel rims size: 18
  Front suspension: Independent type McPherson
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link suspension