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Chery Tiggo 8 1.6

Mk1 · launched Jan 16 2026 · SUV · CKD

The Chery Tiggo 8 1.6 is the entry of 2 Tiggo 8 variants, priced at RM129,800.

Chery Tiggo 8 1.6

Colours — exterior

  • Dark Black Metallic
  • Khaki White Pearl

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black seats

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity
1,598 cc
Horsepower
194 hp
Torque
290 Nm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
77 mm × 85.8 mm
Compression Ratio
9.9

Drivetrain

Transmission
Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name
7-speed DCT
Gears
7
Transmission Manufacturer
Getrag
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

Rated Economy
7.2 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length
4,722 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Wheelbase
2,710 mm
Weight
1,590 kg
Fuel Tank
57 litres
Doors
5
Seats
7
Boot Space
193 litres
Front Tyre
235/55R18
Rear Tyre
235/55R18
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Factory Tyres
Cooper Evolution CTT

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Wheels
18" Alloy
Rear Wheels
18" Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Safety

Airbags
6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Child Safety Lock
Manual for rear doors
Seat Belts
7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
✓
ISOFIX
Available for two outer middle row passenger seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
✓
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Seats Only

Lighting

Headlamps
Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-con
Rear Vents, Blower Control for Last Row
Sunroof
Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets
1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 50W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Middle Row USB, 1 Middle Row USB-C, 1 Boot 12V Socket
Interior Lighting
64-colour Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Audio
12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wired Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine Start
Keyless Push Button
Locks
Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock
Boot Operation
Powered Boot
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓
Parking Brake
Electronic

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
✓
Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes, with 360-degree Camera

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Navigation
✓
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer
7 years
Warranty Notes
10-year, 1 million km Engine Warranty, 5 Years Free Service (alternating service, labour only)

1.6 FAQ

How much is the Chery Tiggo 8 1.6 in Malaysia?

The Chery Tiggo 8 1.6 is priced at RM129,800 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance) — about RM1,325/mo a month on a 9-year loan at 2.5% flat.

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