Chery pulled back the curtain on a hybrid member of its flagship Tiggo family at the Shanghai Motor Show, naming it the Tiggo 9 C-DM. Autohome notes this model blends a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a compact hybrid system, a 3-speed DHT transmission, and an electric motor. The result is impressive efficiency, with fuel consumption around 4.2 liters per 100 kilometers and a cruising range surpassing 1,400 kilometers on a single charge and tank. In real-world performance, the all-wheel-drive version rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in about 4.3 seconds, underscoring its blend of performance and efficiency. The exterior appearance of the Tiggo 9 C-DM remains largely consistent with its combustion-only sibling, highlighting a design language that prioritizes a bold stance and premium cues while delivering hybrid versatility. At dimensions of 4820 mm in length, 1930 mm in width, and 1699 mm in height with a 2820 mm wheelbase, the Tiggo 9 stands as the largest crossover in Chery’s lineup and will be offered in both five-seat and seven-seat configurations, catering to families and buyers seeking flexible cabin layouts.
Chery’s Russia office has indicated that the Tiggo 9 is slated to arrive on the Russian market in 2024, signaling a broader push into major regional markets. In related developments, Autohome reports that the brand’s hybrid strategy continues with the Tiggo 8 Pro e+ hybrid crossover planned for a May debut in Russia, followed by the Tiggo 7 Pro e+ expected to reach sales in the latter half of the year. These plans reflect Chery’s commitment to expanding electrified options across its most popular crossover lineup, offering a mix of plug-in hybrids and efficient hybrids to meet diverse demand in North America and Europe, as well as in Russia. Overall, the Tiggo 9 C-DM embodies a strategic move by Chery to combine strong fuel economy with brisk acceleration, while keeping the design language practical and recognizable for existing customers and new buyers alike, as part of a broader electrification push in key markets. According to the sources, these hybrid introductions align with a broader regional rollout across the brand’s SUV family, reinforcing Chery’s position in the competitive crossover segment and its ongoing investment in electrified technology for modern drivers.