Chery Tiggo 7 PLUS

Model Overview

The Chery Tiggo 7 PLUS is a C-segment SUV by Chery Automobile. Based on the Tiggo 7 but positioned higher in the lineup, it primarily targets family buyers seeking great value for money, safety, and advanced technology. First introduced in 2021, the model has undergone several facelifts and upgrades over the years. On 1 November 2024, the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS officially made its debut with four variants on offer—Comfort, Luxury, Premium, and AT Premium—priced between RM99,900 and RM129,900. As an annual facelift, the 2025 range drops the 1.5T engine and CVT gearbox entirely, upgrading to a 1.6T Kunpeng engine and introducing an 8-speed automatic (8AT) option. Its key rivals include C-segment contenders like the Haval H6, Changan CS55 PLUS, and Geely Boyue.

Design Language

The 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS receives subtle exterior design enhancements. Up front, it features a prominent octagonal radiator grille, transitioning from the previous vertical slats to a chrome dot-matrix motif, flanked by smoked air curtains for added sophistication and road presence. In profile, the floating-roof silhouette is retained, complemented by a newly styled pattern on the D-pillar garnish. At the rear, it sports a subtle tailgate spoiler and full-width LED taillights with redesigned light signatures for enhanced visibility; the rear bumper discards the faux quad exhaust finishers in favour of a cleaner, sportier gloss black trim. Dimensionally, the SUV measures 4,530 mm long, 1,862 mm wide, and 1,695 mm tall, with a 2,670 mm wheelbase. Three exterior paint options are available: Quantum Grey, Pearl White, and Obsidian Black. Inside, the 2025 model offers two interior colourways—all-black and a two-tone black-and-red (Magnolia Red + Black). The wraparound cockpit is dominated by a 24.6-inch dual curved display setup comprising a floating central infotainment screen and a digital instrument cluster. Premium soft-touch materials are generously applied across the cabin, paired with luxury-grade quilted diamond-stitched upholstery. Higher-spec variants further gain a crystal gear selector featuring an embedded "tiger emblem".

Powertrain and Performance

Under the hood, the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS is powered exclusively by a 1.6TGDI Kunpeng petrol engine—a past winner of the prestigious "China Heart Top Ten Engines" award. It delivers 145 kW (approx. 197 PS) and 290 Nm of torque. Drivetrain options include a Getrag 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (7DCT) and Chery's in-house developed Fuzhen 8-speed torque converter automatic (8AT), which was also crowned one of the "World's Top Ten Transmissions". Under the WLTC cycle, combined fuel consumption is rated at 7.09 L/100 km and 7.6 L/100 km, respectively, with a top speed of 200 km/h. Chery claims an official 0-100 km/h sprint in the 8-second bracket, with real-world tests clocking in at around 8.5 seconds. It runs on RON 92 petrol, and comes with a lifetime vehicle warranty (subject to promotional terms and conditions).

Chassis and Handling

Chassis-wise, the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS rides on independent MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link setup at the rear. The suspension is tuned for ride comfort, featuring longer spring travel and generous ground clearance to soak up bumps and potholed roads with ease, while still maintaining adequate road feedback and driving engagement. Drive is sent exclusively to the front wheels (FWD). Steering duties are handled by an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, while braking and dynamic control are backed by Bosch's Electronic Stability Programme (ESP). Multiple drive modes are also available to suit different driving conditions.

Cabin and Features

Inside the tech-focused cabin, the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS sports a 24.6-inch dual curved display boasting a 3000R curvature and 1920×720 resolution for optimal ergonomics. The infotainment is driven by the Lion 5.0 OS, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 automotive-grade chipset (standard on the 8AT Premium variant and optional on others). The system supports apps such as AutoNavi Maps, iFLYTEK Voice Assistant, iQiyi, Bilibili, and WeSing, alongside smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Huawei HiCar. Audiophiles will appreciate the bespoke 8-speaker Sony premium sound system on range-topping variants. For convenience and creature comforts, higher trims add a powered driver's seat, leatherette upholstery, a leather multi-function steering wheel, a powered tailgate, a panoramic glass roof, and optional dual-zone automatic climate control. Up front are one-piece bucket-style sports seats, while the 60:40 split-folding rear bench expands standard boot space from 475 litres to 1,500 litres. Other cabin highlights include a 64-colour rhythm-synced ambient lighting system and an integrated fragrance dispenser with three selectable scents.

Safety and Intelligent Driving

Safety-wise, the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS is constructed around a high-strength cage body, with high-strength steel making up over 60% of the architecture and critical crash structures reinforced by Benteler hot-formed steel exceeding 1,500 MPa in tensile strength. The model has also earned a five-star ANCAP crash safety rating. Passive safety is bolstered by six airbags fitted as standard across the range. For active safety, the vehicle is equipped with an ESP electronic stability program. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) come in the form of an L2+ suite on higher variants, packing 19 active safety features including Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Lane Keep Assist (LKA). Additional convenience and safety gear include a 540-degree HD surround-view monitor with a transparent underbody view, a windscreen head-up display (W-HUD), and an automatic demisting system.

Market Performance and Reviews

The Tiggo 7 PLUS serves as a cornerstone model in Chery's global expansion strategy. As of 2024, cumulative global deliveries of the Tiggo 7 lineup have crossed the 1-million-unit mark across more than 100 export markets. Between January and September 2024 alone, Tiggo 7 series sales hit 666,000 units. In June 2025, a new 1.5T variant joined the Tiggo 7 PLUS lineup with a limited-time promotional price starting from RM82,900. Media reviews and test-drive feedback highlight the 2025 Tiggo 7 PLUS for its punchy standard 1.6T turbo powerplant, upscale interior appointments (generous soft-touch surfaces and a crystal gear selector), and pliant ride comfort, delivering a level of refinement that punches above its class. Among the trims, the Premium variant stands out as the sweet spot of the range. Backed by its standard 1.6T engine, 8AT automatic option, comprehensive L2+ ADAS suite, and robust high-tensile crash structure, the Tiggo 7 PLUS presents a compelling and highly competitive proposition in the RM100,000-bracket compact SUV segment.