Category: New Chery Launches
Chery’s Bold Leap Forward With Lepas Coming In 2026
Posted by contentadmin on 26 Sep 2025
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.
Read MoreChery Tiggo 7 Pro vs. New Facelifted Tiggo 7 (What’s Changed?)
Posted by contentadmin on 28 Aug 2025
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.
Read MoreWhy The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Could Be Your Next Family SUV
Posted by contentadmin on 14 Aug 2025
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.
Read MoreChery Takes Aim At The Bakkie Big League In SA
Posted by contentadmin on 28 Jul 2025
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.
Read MoreThe Chery Journeo: A Futuristic MPV for Ultimate Adventure
Posted by Group1 Chery on 24 Apr 2025
Chery Journeo
Chery has taken innovation to the next level with its Journeo concept, a versatile MPV built for adventure. This futuristic vehicle is designed to go beyond city limits, providing a new way to experience travel and camping in the great outdoors.
Read MoreChery Sets Its Sights On SA With New Plug-In Hybrids
Posted by Group1 Chery on 13 Jan 2025
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2025 is set to be a massive year for new cars. South African motorists will be spoiled for choice, with exciting releases from long-standing favourites and the debut of promising new brands. Chery is no stranger to delivering value-packed vehicles, and its sustained local onslaught shows no signs of letting up. Building on its momentum, the Wuhu-based automaker is gearing up for an ambitious rollout of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), spanning its entire lineup (almost) from the very first quarter of the year.
Read MoreNew Contender In The Chery Line-Up – Where Does The Tiggo Cross Fit In?
Posted by Group1 Chery on 08 Jan 2025
Where Does The Tiggo Cross Fit Into Chery’s SUV Line-Up?
Chery’s latest crossover, the Chery Tiggo Cross, has recently made its debut in South Africa, slotting in between the Tiggo 4 Pro and the larger Tiggo 7 Pro. Some would say the Chery Tiggo Cross is a range-topping version of the Tiggo 4. What’s interesting right off the bat is that the Tiggo Cross is breaking away from the usual naming convention that Chery has used for its Tiggo lineup. In this blog, we explore where the Tiggo Cross fits within Chery’s SUV lineup, highlighting its features and how it compares to its siblings..
Read MoreChery’s Game-Changing Solid-State Sodium-Ion Battery Plans
Posted by Group1 Chery on 13 Dec 2024
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The world of electric vehicles (EVs) is buzzing with innovation, and at the centre of it all stands Chery. The automotive giant is charging ahead – pun intended – with its plans to mass-produce solid-state sodium-ion batteries. These groundbreaking advancements not only promise to redefine the future of EVs but also set a new benchmark for sustainable energy storage.
Read MoreWill Chery Bust The SA Bakkie Market? It Seems Likely…
Posted by Group1 Chery on 15 Nov 2024
New Chery Tiggo 4 Pro!
South Africa’s bakkie market is an arena few brands dare to challenge. Dominated by stalwarts like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, it takes a unique blend of rugged reliability, style, and innovation to make a mark. Enter Chery, a brand that has already impressed South African SUV buyers and is now eyeing the bakkie segment with its upcoming Chery KP11.
But can this new bakkie truly compete in a market as bakkie-crazy as ours? Let’s delve into the story behind Chery’s bold entry and why this ambitious move could disrupt the SA bakkie scene.
Read MoreNew Panel Van Headed To SA Thanks To Chery
Posted by Group1 Chery on 25 Oct 2024
New Chery Tiggo 4 Pro!
Chery has officially stepped into the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market in South Africa, and they’re doing it in style with the Tiggo 4 Pro panel van. Built on the popular 1.5-litre Tiggo 4 Pro platform, this practical crossover is available in manual and automatic versions. A big advantage for VAT-registered businesses is that this panel van is fully homologated as an LCV, allowing them to claim back VAT on the purchase price.
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