The Chery Tiggo 9, a striking Chinese SUV that mirrors the Range Rover Evoque’s design, has begun arriving on UK roads. This affordable newcomer promises to challenge established luxury brands with its competitive pricing and advanced features.
Design Similarities and Market Impact
Owners have started taking delivery of the first Chery Tiggo 9 units in the UK, signaling a potential shift in the SUV segment. The vehicle’s exterior closely resembles the Evoque, featuring a floating roofline, bold front grille, and sleek, slim headlights. These visual parallels stem from a 50:50 joint venture formed in 2012 between the involved parties, blending design influences across borders.
Pricing and Ownership Options
A key advantage lies in its affordability. The top Summit trim starts at £43,105, nearly £20,000 less than a comparable new Evoque, which retails around £60,000. Buyers can also opt for flexible financing, with monthly payments as low as £499, making it accessible for a wider audience.
Gary Lan, CEO of Chery UK, highlighted the significance of this launch: “Seeing the first CHERY TIGGO 9 CSH reach a UK customer is an important moment for us. This model represents the next chapter of CHERY’s journey here – a flagship SUV that speaks to what UK families want today: electric capability, generous space, and a level of comfort and technology that feels effortless to live with.”
Performance and Hybrid Technology
Equipped with a sophisticated plug-in hybrid powertrain, the Tiggo 9 delivers an impressive total range of 650 miles, surpassing the Evoque’s capability by over 200 miles on a full charge and tank. It offers up to 91 miles of pure electric driving, supported by rapid charging that boosts the battery from 30% to 80% in just 18 minutes.
Interior Features and Warranty
Inside, the Tiggo 9 impresses with premium amenities, including heated and ventilated seats, a high-end 14-speaker Sony sound system, a expansive 15.6-inch central touchscreen, a 540-degree surround-view camera, and comprehensive driver assistance systems. Every Chery model, including this one, comes backed by a robust 7-year or 100,000-mile warranty, providing long-term reliability for UK drivers.
Gary Lan added: “This new model shows just how far CHERY has come in such a short amount of time – and how committed we are to offering drivers more choice, more refinement, and more value across the SUV segment.”
As Chinese automakers gain traction in the UK, the Tiggo 9 positions itself as a value-driven alternative in the premium SUV market, potentially attracting budget-conscious buyers seeking luxury without the premium price tag.
