Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV’s cabin is upholstered in high-quality synthetic leather with contrast stitching and padded armrests. Soft-touch materials cover the top of the dashboard and upper door panels. Lower panels gets durable plastics. The seat bolsters are supportive for long trips. While headroom and legroom are generous, the third row is best reserved for children. The dashboard is dominated by a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, paired with a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display. The system supports ‘Hello Chery’ voice assistant and smartphone mirroring. The user-interface is modern and supports over-the-air updates. Chery gives a few shortcut buttons and a knob for volume. The infotainment unit is connected to a premium, 12-speaker audio system. The 2025 Tiggo 8 PHEV comes with dual-zone automatic climate control. A PM2.5 cabin air filtration system is also available.

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV measures 4,725 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width, and 1,696 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 1,705 mm. The fascia gets a large, gloss mesh grille that spans a major portion of the front-end. The car gets all-around LED headlights. The headlight units are sleek projectors with daytime running lights. They come with sequential indicators. The bumper gets functional air intakes. The lower portion has a skid-plate look. On the sides, the 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV gets flush-fitting door handles. The car runs on diamond-cut, 18-inch alloy wheels. Black wheel arch cladding, roof rails, and chrome garnish along the lower side door strip add visual richness. The D-pillar treatment and window-line and are more understated than most rivals. At the back, the 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV gets a full-width light bar. The tailgate and rear bumper include elements like silver skid plate and dual-tone colouring. The car is available in Khaki White, Aurora Green, and Dark Black coclour options.

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV offers commendable seat comfort. The two front seats are well-cushioned and supportive. Ride comfort is soft, courtesy a compliant suspension setup. The car is mounted on MacPherson front and multi-link rear suspension that absorbs most bumps and road irregularities with ease. The cabin insulation is strong and it keeps noise levels low. But the soft suspension contributes to a bit of body-roll. But passengers don’t get thrown around inside the cabin. The steering wheel is a bit vague. Handling doesn’t match the premium rivals. When pushed hard the 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV feels sedate instead of sharp.

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is hauled by turbocharged, four-cylinder, 1.5-litre petrol engine that produces 141 PS/215 Nm. The engine is mated to a dedicated hybrid transmission. The hybrid system comprises of a permanent magnet synchronous motor, powered by an 18 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery. The EV-only range is up to 90 km. The total cruising range exceeds 1,200 km with a 60-litre fuel tank and fully charged battery. The powertrain is responsive and smooth. On highways, the petrol-engine assists the motor to maintain strong mid-range performance.

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV comes equipped with a robust safety system. The body is manufactured from high-strength steel and a ladder-type aluminium crash beam to absorb impact impact. The car is equipped with a surround-view 540-degree camera system that eliminates all blind spots. The car comes with four high-definition cameras and a network of ultrasonic radars. The driver-assist suit comprises of autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and rear-cross-traffic braking. The cabin gets multiple airbags.

The 2025 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV has a starting price of RM 159,800. It offers a compelling package of advanced hybrid tech and generous EV-capabilities, seven seats, and a premium cabin. Long-term worthiness and after-sales support could be a question as Cherry is yet to establish a countrywide after-sales network. But the SUV is worthy of the price it commands.