Chery Tiggo 8 Pro LS Gets Major Upgrade With More Style, Comfort and Technology

• Model: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro LS, replacing the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive+
• Engine: 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol, 137kW and 275Nm, 7-speed dual-clutch transmission
• Fuel consumption: 7.2L/100km (WLTP cycle), 51-litre fuel tank
• Seating: Seven seats, with luggage capacity from 117 litres to 739 litres with the third row folded
• Technology: Dual 12.3-inch digital displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 540-degree HD panoramic camera
• Comfort: Heated and ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, third-row independent air conditioning
• Pricing: R499,900
• Warranty: 5-year/150,000km vehicle warranty, 10-year/1 million km engine warranty for the first owner, 5-year/75,000km service plan

Chery South Africa is strengthening the value proposition of its Tiggo 8 lineup with the introduction of the Tiggo 8 Pro LS, which replaces the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive+ in the local range. The new derivative has been developed to give customers more of the features they expect from a modern family SUV, while retaining the competitive positioning that has helped make the Tiggo 8 range an appealing option locally.

Priced at R499,900, the upgraded model brings meaningful improvements across design, technology, comfort and driver assistance.

Power comes from Chery’s 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, producing 137kW and 275Nm of torque, sent to the front wheels through a smooth-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 7.2L/100km on the WLTP cycle, while the 51-litre fuel tank supports everyday commuting and longer-distance family travel.

Visually, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS adopts a sportier front-end treatment and new full-width LED tail lamps for a more contemporary appearance. The upgraded lighting package includes automatic LED headlights, daytime running lights and fog lights, while heated exterior mirrors add convenience in wet or misty conditions. Buyers can choose from three exterior colours: New Khaki White, New Carbon Black and Tech Gray.

Inside, the cabin has been refreshed with dual 12.3-inch digital displays, combining a digital instrument cluster with a central infotainment touchscreen for a cleaner, more modern layout. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, along with Bluetooth, Intelligent Voice Command, front and rear USB ports and an upgraded 50-watt wireless smartphone charger.

The Tiggo 8 Pro LS carries a generous comfort specification, including synthetic leather upholstery, electrically adjustable front seats, driver’s seat memory, four-way electric lumbar support for the driver, heated and ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror. The second and third rows get their own dedicated comfort features too, including a second-row air-conditioning outlet and third-row independent air conditioning.

Practicality remains central to the Tiggo 8 package. Measuring 4,745mm in length, 1,860mm in width and 1,705mm in height, with a 2,710mm wheelbase, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS offers generous cabin space across all three rows. Luggage capacity is rated at 117 litres with all seats in use, expanding to 739 litres with the third row folded. A power-operated tailgate with smart-key functionality further improves day-to-day usability when loading luggage, shopping or family gear.

The upgraded Tiggo 8 Pro LS features a 540-degree HD panoramic camera system, giving drivers a clearer view of the vehicle’s surroundings when parking or manoeuvring in tight spaces. This is supported by front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, door-open warning and rear collision warning.

Additional driver assistance features include adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, lane-keeping assist, traffic congestion assist and intelligent high-beam control. These systems work alongside core safety features such as seven airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking, electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist, hill-descent control, tyre-pressure monitoring, emergency stop signal, speed limit reminder, ISOFIX child-seat anchors, child safety locks and driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders.

“The new Tiggo 8 Pro LS reflects Chery’s focus on giving South African families more comfort, more technology and more reassurance in a package that remains accessible,” said Verene Petersen, National Marketing Manager at Chery South Africa. “Customers are increasingly looking for vehicles that make daily life easier, whether that is through intelligent safety, flexible space, modern connectivity or small convenience features that improve every journey. This trim level responds directly to those needs.”

The upgraded Chery Tiggo 8 Pro LS is priced at R499,900, which includes Chery’s 5-year/150,000km vehicle warranty, 10-year/1 million km engine warranty for the first owner and a 5-year/75,000km service plan.

The Tiggo 8 Pro LS is also supported by Chery’s Trans-national Warranty Programme under the Chery Family Care umbrella, allowing customers to access warranty-related support at authorised Chery service centres across Chery’s global markets, providing added reassurance for owners who travel across borders or relocate internationally.

With sharper styling, added technology and a strengthened safety package, the Tiggo 8 Pro LS builds on what’s made the Tiggo 8 range popular with South African families. Get in touch today to find out more or book a test drive.