Johannesburg – Chery has officially raised the bar in the premium SUV market with the spectacular unveiling of its flagship Tiggo 9 at the National Chery Dealership Awards in Johannesburg. Now available at the award-winning Chery Sandton and Chery Northcliff dealerships, under the DigiCars Group, the Tiggo 9 has already captured attention with its bold design, cutting-edge safety features, and powerful performance.
With Sandton and Northcliff consistently recognised among South Africa’s top-performing dealerships, DigiCars Group has solidified its leadership in delivering the Chery brand experience nationwide. Their recent accolades at the National Chery Dealer Awards reaffirm their dedication to customer excellence and market leadership.
“The arrival of the Chery Tiggo 9 is a defining moment not only for the brand but also for DigiCars Group,” said Azhar Abed, Group Franchise Director. “This SUV represents everything Chery stands for – innovation, safety, and luxury. We are proud to introduce this model to South Africa and to ensure our customers experience Chery at its best, from the showroom floor to the open road.”
Performance and Innovation
The Tiggo 9 is offered in both turbocharged petrol and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) configurations, designed to deliver the perfect balance of efficiency and exhilarating performance.
2.0L TGDI Petrol
- 187kW and 390Nm torque
- 7-speed dual-clutch transmission
- 0–100 km/h in approx. 8 seconds
- Fuel economy: 7.5–7.9 L/100 km
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid) Vanguard AWD
- Up to 455kW and 920Nm torque
- Up to 160km all-electric driving range
- Combined range of up to 1,400km
- 0–100 km/h in as little as 4.5 seconds (C-DM variant)
- Fast charging: 30–80% in around 18 minutes
Beyond power, the Tiggo 9 offers premium interiors, advanced driver-assistance systems, and seamless infotainment, making it equally suited for executives, families, and technology enthusiasts. Its spacious cabin, refined finishes, and futuristic connectivity position it alongside the most prestigious SUVs in its segment.
Pricing
Chery Tiggo 9 delivers uncompromising value in the luxury SUV space:
- Chery Tiggo 9 2.0T Pinnacle – R689,900
- Chery Tiggo 9 2.0T Vanguard AWD – R779,900
- Chery Tiggo 9 1.5T CSH PHEV Pinnacle – R839,900
- Chery Tiggo 9 1.5T CSH PHEV Vanguard AWD – R989,900
Warranty and Peace of Mind
All Tiggo 9 models come with Chery’s class-leading aftersales support:
- 7-year / 200,000 km warranty
- 10-year / 1-million km engine warranty (first owner, transferable via Chery “Cherished” pre-owned)
- 10-year / unlimited km battery warranty (PHEV models, original owner only)
- 7-year / 90,000 km service plan
