Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max - iPhone from the world of crossovers

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max is another addition to the lineup of the Chinese manufacturer, which recently took it into fashion to name models like smartphones. Maybe in the near future we are waiting for Chery Tiggo 8 Mini and SE versions, like the technology of the Apple brand, but now we will consider the “maximum” version of the crossover. What is interesting about the flagship?

What is the essence of the attachment?

Max is not just a beautiful end to the name of the crossover. It was in this version that the model for once received all-wheel drive and the most powerful engine in the line. To make it impossible to visually confuse the new product with simpler versions, Chery engineers slightly changed the exterior design. So, the radiator grill here is larger with a thick frame - something similar can be seen on the Audi. At the back, it's easy to distinguish the Max model from other "eights" by the four exhaust pipes at the back. Yes, while other brands are playing around with plastic props, Chery is flaunting pipes.


The grille and pipes are the only exterior changes that the new version brings to the evolution of the line. There is little surprise, because the body design is a little over a year old, and, like the domestic Loaf, it immediately turned out to be perfect. At least he looks cute.

Updated salon

The interior has undergone a lot of changes. The first update that catches the eye is the introduction of a horizontal dual display similar to MVUX in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Due to this innovation, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max has become closer to Exeed premium crossovers.


The infotainment system with a dashboard is represented by two displays with a diagonal of 12,3 inches and HD resolution - 1920x720 pixels. The screens respond quickly to touches without “brakes”, the rendering quality is good, which cannot be said about the oleophobic coating on them.

The crossover received new front seats, which in the most expensive configuration are painted in a pleasant brown color and are equipped with headrests, which can be seen in the S-Class from Mercedes-Benz. There was a backlight of the automatic transmission selector and interior, which can blink to the music.


Back to the seats - in the "maximum" crossover they have become more solid and in addition to this they received good lateral support. The range of adjustment of the front seats and steering wheel has become much wider, so that you can adjust the position for the driver of almost any height.

Not everything can change

The design of the center console has remained virtually unchanged in comparison with other types of the GXNUMX. There is still a lot of black glossy plastic, which is perfectly covered with fingerprints and scratches. It is strange that the engineers did not eliminate this controversial decision.

Despite the large size of the crossover, there are no blind spots - the pillars are quite narrow, and the landing in the driver's seat is moderately high. Visibility behind the wheel is good, besides, the already large side mirrors work in a coordinated manner with the control system for poorly distinguishable zones.


On the second row of seats, it is moderately comfortable even for a person with a height of under 190 centimeters. True, under one condition - the sofa is pushed back as far as possible. The head does not rest against the ceiling, it is also not necessary to press the legs under you. In fact, this is a great achievement for a car from China.

Of the interesting options, it is worth noting dual-zone climate control with its own touch screen for control, circular cameras and parking sensors, a regular Turbo Dog navigation system and a whole package of electronic assistants. By the way, the work of most of these assistants is tied to the radar, which is installed in the front bumper area neatly under the license plate.

Huge trunk

What really matters for a family crossover is the amount of luggage space in case the whole family travels out of town, on a trip or on vacation. In the five-seat version, 1179 liters of space are available, if taken from floor to ceiling. Having expanded the third row of seats, we greatly lose the volume of the luggage compartment - it shrinks to a modest 193 liters. But if you fold both rows into the floor, we get 2102 liters of free space for absolutely any task of your choice. Oh yes, the trunk lid opens electrically if you wave your foot near the bumper.

Technical part

While the Pro version of the crossover comes with a 1,6-liter TGDI petrol engine, the "maximum" iteration has a turbocharged 2,0-liter TGDI with 197 hp on board. With. power with a torque of 375 N * m. It is paired with a 7-speed robotic automatic transmission of the DCT7 model. With such a filling, a large crossover takes acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 8,5 seconds.


The dynamics are more than enough for confident overtaking on the track, and there is a tangible margin of power. The box works well, but the braking system is a little frustrating - the braking distance could be a little shorter. While driving in an arc at high speed, one more drawback is felt in the form of a rather "cotton" handling with poor feedback from the steering wheel.

The maximum speed of the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max crossover is 195 km / h, but you should not actively play checkers on the road - the car sways noticeably when maneuvering. Otherwise, the dynamics and handling are quite tolerable for an adequate ride, which should be the case when the whole family has gathered in the car. You can drive on bad roads - the clearance is 190 millimeters.

As for fuel consumption, it is better to rely on the reviews of real owners. Based on their words, on average, the engine consumes 8,5 liters / 100 km along the highway. In dense traffic inside the city, the consumption is more than 10 liters / 100 km. You can refuel with AI-92 gasoline without any consequences.

Are there competitors?

In the Russian market, the closest competitor to Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max is the Czech crossover Skoda Kodiaq. We remind you that the brand offers options with less powerful engines of 150 hp. with., than the hero of today's review, including with a 1,4-liter TSI and all-wheel drive. Everything would be fine, but Skoda does not make new deliveries to Russia, but only sells the remnants from the warehouse.


Against the backdrop of sanctions restrictions, the Chinese Geely Monjaro is becoming a much more real competitor. The entrance to the Russian market is open for him - the Russian office of the company has already reported that the novelty has been successfully certified. An all-wheel drive crossover from China will be sold with a 2,0-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of 238 hp. With. paired with automatic transmission.

Something similar to the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max offers a mid-size premium crossover Exeed TLX. In Russia, it is available with a 1,6-liter engine with 186 hp. with., which works with automatic transmission. The all-wheel drive SUV has almost the same equipment, including the design and interior arrangement. Moreover, it lies in the same price category as the Chery crossover.

Conclusion

Upgrading Chery Tiggo 8 Pro to the Max version, although it practically did not affect the visual part, still greatly benefited due to all-wheel drive, a powerful engine and an updated interior. For such changes, it makes sense to lay out the price difference between this configuration and the regular "Pro". By the way, on the website of the official Chery dealer in Russia, the price is from 3,440 million rubles.