Welcome To The Group1 Chery Blog

Welcome to our Chery blog. In it we will chronicle Chery’s journey in South Africa and abroad, keeping you informed about this exciting brand. You can look forward to great reads about model launches, automotive innovations by Chery, as well as technological developments in this great age of motoring progress.


Chery’s Expanding Family: How Lepas Will Shape SUV Shopping In SA

Posted by on 10 Oct 2025 under Chery News

Chery’s Expanding Family: How Lepas Will Shape SUV Shopping In SA

Chery’s Expanding Family: How Lepas Will Shape SUV Shopping In SA

You’ve probably noticed the flurry of new badges arriving on South African roads lately. First Chery, OMODA, and JAECOO, and now, another name is sparking global buzz …

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Chery’s Bold Leap Forward With Lepas Coming In 2026

Posted by on 26 Sep 2025 under Chery News, New Chery Launches

Chery’s Bold Leap Forward With Lepas Coming In 2026

Chery’s Bold Leap Forward With Lepas Coming In 2026

The South African motoring landscape has been abuzz with exciting changes over the past few years, with Chinese brands stepping confidently into the spotlight. Now, Chery is preparing to take things to the next level.

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Chery Retains ”The Best Chinese Brand” Title In 2025 J.D. Power Report

Posted by on 08 Sep 2025 under Chery News, General

Chery Retains ”The Best Chinese Brand” Title In 2025 J.D. Power Report

Chery Retains ”The Best Chinese Brand” Title In 2025 J.D. Power Report

Chery has done it once more. For the second consecutive year, Chery Group has been crowned “The Best Chinese Brand” in the 2025 J.D. Power China APEAL Study. Far more than a headline, this recognition speaks volumes about the brand’s growing global influence. Scoring an impressive 760 points, Chery not only maintained its position as the top independent Chinese brand but also secured second place in the mainstream vehicle market, trailing only behind the heavyweight FAW-Volkswagen.

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Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs. New Facelifted Tiggo 7 (What’s Changed?)

Posted by on 28 Aug 2025 under Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, New Chery Launches

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs. New Facelifted Tiggo 7 (What’s Changed?)

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs. New Facelifted Tiggo 7 (What’s Changed?)

Not too long ago, Chery was the quiet newcomer on South African roads. Today, the erstwhile auto rookie is one of the fastest-growing SUV brands in the country. If you’ve been SUV shopping recently, chances are the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has already made it onto your shortlist, and for good reason.

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Why The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Could Be Your Next Family SUV

Posted by on 14 Aug 2025 under Chery Super Hybrid, Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV, Electric Vehicles, New Chery Launches

Why The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Could Be Your Next Family SUV

Why The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Could Be Your Next Family SUV

SA’s cheapest and greatest plug in hybrid. In my 13 years of testing cars I have never found the perfect car, I battled to find any fault with this car.”

– David Taylor on reviewing the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV for Cars.co.za.

 

Chery South Africa has turned up the heat in the hybrid SUV segment with the arrival of the Tiggo 7 CSH, the brand’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) for local buyers. In a departure from the “Pro” and “Pro MAX” naming used for its petrol-powered counterparts, the PHEV range is offered in two trims: Plus and Ultra. Both share an advanced hybrid powertrain and deliver Chery’s trademark value-for-money, now paired with cutting-edge efficiency, modern technology, and family-ready practicality.

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Chery Takes Aim At The Bakkie Big League In SA

Posted by on 28 Jul 2025 under Chery News, General, New Chery Launches

Chery Takes Aim At The Bakkie Big League In SA

Chery Takes Aim At The Bakkie Big League In SA

Chery is gearing up to take on South Africa’s fiercely contested bakkie segment. After years of speculation, the Wuhu-based firm is making its boldest move yet with the introduction of the Chery Himla. The muscular double-cab, already confirmed for South Africa, is expected to launch in 2026. It’s the company’s first full-bodied attempt at building a modern pickup, and it’s aiming straight for the top, set to go head-to-head with the heavyweights in the double-cab bakkie space.

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Chery Super Hybrid Tech Is Changing The Game & We’re Here For It

Posted by on 11 Jul 2025 under Chery Super Hybrid, Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV, Chery Tiggo Cross HEV

Chery Hybrid Innovation News Across The Board

Chery Hybrid Innovation News Across The Board

Chery has been turning heads on the international stage, and now it’s gaining serious traction here at home. With ground-breaking safety trials, fuel-sipping endurance challenges, and the launch of South Africa’s most affordable hybrid SUV, Chery’s new energy vehicle (NEV) story is anything but quiet. And if you’re wondering what all this means for you? Let’s break it down.

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Chery Hits 5 Million Export Milestone And Drives Global Ambitions

Posted by on 25 Jun 2025 under Chery News, General

Chery Hits 5 Million Export Milestone And Drives Global Ambitions

Chery Hits 5 Million Export Milestone And Drives Global Ambitions

Chery has just clocked a historic win, and we couldn’t be prouder to share the news. The Chinese automaker is officially the first in its country to export over 5 million vehicles, marking a major milestone that speaks to much more than sales stats.

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Why Savvy SA Drivers Are Choosing The Fuel-Efficient Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

Posted by on 12 Jun 2025 under Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, General

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Fuel Economy Guide South Africa

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Fuel Economy Guide South Africa

Okay, so fuel prices are not going down anytime soon. Or maybe they will, a little, just before it shoots right back up again. But if there’s one thing South Africans are good at, it’s making a plan. We know how to stretch a rand, spot a smart buy, and find clever ways to keep moving forward.

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Chery Launches Cherished: The Ultimate Pre-Owned Vehicle Programme In South Africa

Posted by on 30 May 2025 under Chery News, General

Chery Launches Cherished - Quality Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programme

Chery Launches Cherished – Quality Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programme

Chery South Africa has unveiled its certified pre-owned programme, designed to make premium motoring more accessible than ever before. Known as “Cherished”, this innovative initiative provides South Africans with the opportunity to own a high-quality, thoroughly inspected vehicle that delivers both reliability and peace of mind, without the premium price tag of a brand-new model.

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