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Hybrid SUVs promise to raise the standard of electric mobility in Brazil with national production and competitive prices
Caoa Chery, an automaker that has achieved a significant space in the Brazilian automotive market, prepares great news for the near future. The Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 7 line of SUVs, both in plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions, is scheduled to enter national production in 2025, bringing to the country a new era of electrified vehicles. The initial forecast for the launch of the Tiggo 8 PHEV was for this year, but was postponed, while the Tiggo 7 PHEV, which has already been spotted testing in Brazil, should arrive alongside or shortly after the larger model, according to the Auto Esporte website.
National production of the Tiggo 8 PHEV: A milestone for sustainable mobility
The Tiggo 8, a seven-seater SUV, has already been well-known in the Brazilian market since its debut in 2020. Recently, the model underwent its first restyling, replacing the Max Drive version with the Pro version, with a slight increase in price, which now it is R$ 188.888. The 1.6 hp 187 turbo engine remains unchanged. However, great expectations revolve around the nationalization of the Tiggo 8 PHEV, which is currently imported from China at a price of R$239.990. From 2025, it will be produced at the Caoa factory in Anápolis, Goiás, as part of an investment of R$3 billion that the automaker will make over the next five years.
National production of the Tiggo 8 PHEV promises to be a game changer, being the first plug-in hybrid model manufactured in Brazil. With the new strategy, the SUV should maintain the visual updates introduced in the combustion version, such as the design of the interconnected rear lights, which have already been spotted testing in the country.
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Advanced hybrid technology: What to expect from the Tiggo 8 PHEV?
The mechanical assembly of the national Tiggo 8 PHEV should not differ from the imported model. The SUV will be equipped with a 1.5 turbo engine coupled to two electric motors, offering a combined power of 317 hp and torque of 56,6 kgfm. The DHT transmission, which simulates 11 gears, guarantees smooth and efficient driving, allowing the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6,7 seconds.
Another highlight is the 19 kWh battery pack, which provides a range of up to 77 km in all-electric mode, according to Inmetro tests. This capability makes the Tiggo 8 PHEV a attractive option for those looking for a vehicle that combines power and energy efficiency.
Tiggo 7 PHEV: A more affordable hybrid for the Brazilian market
In addition to the Tiggo 8, Caoa Chery also prepares to launch the plug-in hybrid Tiggo 7, which has already been spotted on national territory. This SUV promises to be a more affordable alternative, maintaining the same mechanical set as the Tiggo 8 PHEV, with small differences in design.
Visually, the Tiggo 7 PHEV should maintain the dimensions of the current model, with some aesthetic changes, such as the bumper with blue details and Full LED headlights. The price, which currently starts at R$ 134.990 for the combustion version, it should jump to the R$200 range, making it the most affordable plug-in hybrid in Brazil.
Expectations for 2025: A new era for Caoa Chery and the hybrid market in Brazil
With the national production of the Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 7 plug-in hybrid models, Caoa Chery will not only strengthens its presence in the Brazilian market, but it also marks a significant advance in the electrification of the national fleet. The automaker's strategy of investing in hybrid technology and offering competitive models in terms of price and efficiency promises to change the automotive scenario in Brazil, especially for consumers looking for more sustainable alternatives without giving up performance and comfort.
The arrival of the models in 2025 will be an important step for Caoa Chery and a milestone in the evolution of electrified vehicles in the country.
