Chery Tiggo 7 2025 review
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Overview
Chery may be new as a standalone brand in Britain, but it is the parent company behind the already successful Omoda and Jaecoo marques — and the Tiggo 7 is its spearhead for the mainstream. It is a proper family SUV for small-hatchback money: prices start at just £24,995, undercutting the Kia Sportage, Nissan Qashqai and even the budget Dacia Bigster.
Two powertrains are offered. The entry car uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol making 147PS and 275Nm, good for 0-62mph in 9.4 seconds and a 112mph top speed. The headline act is the Super Hybrid plug-in: a 1.5-litre petrol engine plus electric motor with an 18.3kWh battery, 202bhp combined, 56 miles of electric-only range and a remarkable 745-mile total WLTP range — all from £29,995, making it one of the cheapest PHEVs on sale.
Equipment embarrasses the price tag: dual curved 12.3-inch screens, a Sony sound system, adaptive cruise, a 540-degree camera and heated seats come even on the base Aspire trim, while Summit adds ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a powered tailgate. A seven-year/100,000-mile warranty completes the value story.
Parkers' early verdict found the driving experience short on polish, and Chery's dealer network is still growing. But as a sheer amount of metal, tech and warranty per pound, the Tiggo 7 is almost unmatched in Britain right now.
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UK price from: £24,995
Specifications
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol (TDGI) |
| Power | 147PS (275Nm) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.4 seconds |
| Top speed | 112 mph |
| Seats | 5 |
| Electric range (Super Hybrid) | 56 miles (18.3 kWh battery) |
| Total range (Super Hybrid) | Up to 745 miles (WLTP) |
| CO2 emissions (Super Hybrid) | 23 g/km |
Features
- 1.6-litre turbo petrol (147PS) or Super Hybrid PHEV (202bhp)
- Super Hybrid: 56 miles EV range, 745 miles total WLTP range
- 18.3kWh battery with 30-80% fast charging in 20 minutes
- Dual curved 12.3-inch screens with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Sony sound system and adaptive cruise as standard
- 540-degree camera with transparent chassis view
- Heated front seats standard; ventilated seats on Summit
- Seven-year/100,000-mile warranty
Common parts & prices
| Part | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spark plugs (set of 4) | £34.99 | Iridium type for the 1.6 TGDI engine |
| Oil filter | £11.99 | Cartridge filter; change yearly with 5W-30 oil |
| Engine air filter | £19.99 | Panel filter; inspect at each service |
| Cabin pollen filter | £21.99 | Replace every 2 years for clean cabin air |
| Front brake pads (set) | £59.99 | Genuine-spec compound for the 1.6 petrol |
| Front brake discs (pair) | £84.99 | Vented discs; pattern parts available |
| Front wiper blade set | £24.99 | Flat aero blades; check lengths before ordering |
Pros
- Enormous value — family SUV for hatchback money
- Super Hybrid is one of Britain's cheapest PHEVs
- Huge standard kit including Sony audio
- Long warranty and fast-growing dealer network
Cons
- Driving dynamics lack polish and refinement
- New standalone brand with unproven residuals
- Petrol model is only modestly economical
- Interior quality can't match dearer rivals
