Caoa Chery Introduced the Tiggo 7 Plug-in Hybrid, a Mid-Size SUV That Promises to Shake Up the Hybrid Segment in Brazil. With an Electric Range of 63 km, Combined Power of 317 hp, and Average Consumption of 36.9 km/l, It Arrives Priced at R$ 239,990, Directly Targeting Competitors BYD Song Plus and GWM Haval H6.
The new Caoa Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV comes equipped with a 1.5 turbo engine producing 147 hp, which works alongside two electric motors that add up to 170 hp. The result is a total of 317 hp and a torque of 56.6 kgfm. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h occurs in just 6.8 seconds, a very competitive time in the segment.
In addition to Performance, the Tiggo 7 PHEV stands out for its fuel economy. According to the Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV), the SUV delivers a consumption of 36.9 km/l in the city and 30.2 km/l on the highway. To improve the range, the fuel tank was increased to 60 liters, and the 19.3 kWh battery ensures up to 63 km of driving in electric mode.
Comparison with Direct Competitors
The competition among plug-in hybrid SUVs is getting increasingly fierce. Here’s how the new Caoa Chery Tiggo 7 stacks up against its rivals:
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Less than a Tera TSI, up to 710 km of range and charging in 9 minutes: the new BYD Song Ultra expands the Chinese brand’s bet on increasingly faster, more technological, and competitively priced electric SUVs.
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With a 1.0 engine producing 75 hp and costing less than R$ 70,000, Fiat’s car returns to the podium as the cheapest in the country; a temporary promotion for the 2026 Like version reduces the price of the Fiat Mobi.
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With a mild hybrid system of 48 V, 176 hp and a price of R$ 175,990 in the Sahara version, the new Jeep Renegade changes mostly on the inside, improves slightly in fuel consumption, and remains almost the same car.
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With a 293.5 cm³ engine and a range of up to 400 km with a 14.1-liter tank, the Honda CB 300F Twister 2026 has up to 24.7 hp, an initial price of R$ 25,150, and already exceeds R$ 29,000 in the Fipe Table.
GWM Haval H6 PHEV19: 326 hp, electric range of 74 km, price of R$ 244,000.
BYD Song Plus: 235 hp, electric range of 68 km, priced around R$ 240,000.
Tiggo 7 PHEV: 317 hp, electric range of 63 km, priced at R$ 239,990.
The Caoa Chery model stands out for its balance between power, range, and competitive pricing.
Features and Differentials of the Tiggo 7 PHEV

The SUV received visual changes, such as a new bumper, horizontal LED daytime running lights, and 18-inch diamond-cut wheels. The front grille of the new Caoa Chery Tiggo 7 maintains the diamond pattern.
Among the model’s technological highlights are:
- 24.6-inch screen integrating digital and multimedia displays.
- Premium Sony sound system with eight speakers.
- Wireless phone charger.
- 360° camera and blind-spot monitor.
- Max Drive package: autonomous braking, collision warning, and lane-keeping assist.
The Growth of Caoa Chery Tiggo 7 Sales in Brazil
The Caoa Chery SUV has been gaining ground in the Brazilian market. In 2023, 6,350 units were sold, but this number jumped to 39,897 last year, a growth of almost 400%. Since 2019, more than 55,000 units have been sold.
Currently, the Tiggo 7 lineup in Brazil has the following prices:
- Tiggo 7 Sport – R$ 146,990
- Tiggo 7 Pro Max Drive – R$ 176,990
- Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid Max Drive – R$ 181,990
- Tiggo 7 Pro Plug-in Hybrid Max Drive – R$ 239,990

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