Chery Tiggo 7 News

Chery’s isn’t slowing down on the new model launch front with a plugless hybrid variant of the popular Tiggo 7 mid-sized SUV breaking cover with global export all-but confirmed.The new variant has been sighted in China recently. This one is different from the others current sold in that it’s not a plug-in hybrid, nor a pure combustion version, but a regular hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) in that it charges itself.Motoring publication Car News China shared images from Chinese social media of the mid-sized SUV spotted in China and reports that its export for global markets is likely due to the “export-exclusive” interior design and badging.In China the Tiggo 7 is badged as the Tiggo 7 Plus, whereas this vehicle spotted here wears the same Tiggo 7 badging as Australian models, along with a “Hybrid” badge. As for the battery and powertrain, the Tiggo 7 HEV is expected to use a 5.1kWh battery. The images from Car News China show the battery positioned between the front and rear axles under the vehicle (as opposed to under the boot floor like many plugless hybrids).A motor producing up to 150kW will likely be paired with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol four-cylinder engine in a similar layout to the smaller Tiggo 4 HEV.Interestingly Chery says its HEV system has vehicle to load (V2L) capability allowing the SUV to power external appliances. The feature is normally only seen in pure electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles with larger high-voltage batteries.Chery also says the HEV will have longer pure electric driving range compared to other similar HEVs.Chery’s Australian Tiggo 7 line-up currently consists of the petrol variants and a 'Super Hybrid' PHEV version, meaning the new hybrid could fit well between them for customers wanting better fuel economy without having to plug in externally to charge.CarsGuide has contacted Chery Australia to confirm if and when the Tiggo 7 Hybrid will arrive locally, but the company has yet to respond.Pricing for the Tiggo 7 Hybrid would likely be more than the $29,990 drive away starting price of the petrol variant but  less than the $34,990 drive-away starting price for the Super Hybrid. The Tiggo 7 is Chery Australia's best selling model after the smaller Tiggo 4. Recently the brand revealed its its diesel-hybrid Stockman ute which will rival Ford's Ranger, Toyota's HiLux and the BYD Shark 6.

The Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and RAV4 are typically Australia’s most popular cars in any given month. But what other cars are having a great 2026?We’ve scoured the latest new car sales data to reveal the cars that are off to a storming start in the first five months of this year. For our list we’ve tried to focus on cars that have shown at least double-digit sales growth and have sold at least four-digit volume, so we avoid niche models that are coming off a very low base.We also deliberately avoided focusing on electric vehicles, as we have previously written about the EVs that are enjoying a sales boom in 2026.This is by no means a comprehensive list, and there are several models that are enjoying huge growth from brands such as BYD and Chery, but we’ve limited it to one entry to highlight more brands.Chery Tiggo 7 Pro - up 200.2%Choosing a Chery to put on this list wasn’t an easy task, as the brand is enjoying a bumper year with total sales up more than 84 per cent. The compact Tiggo 4 Pro remains the brand’s sales leader, with more than 11k sold already, but the Tiggo 7 is the clear star performer in terms of growth.With sales tracking more than 200 per cent up, the Tiggo 7 Pro has moved from also-ran to serious contender in the intensely competitive mid-size SUV market. It’s still well-short of the class-leading Toyota RAV4, but only the related Jaecoo J7 (up 427%) and BYD Sealion 7 (up 297%) have experienced more growth so far this year.Kia K4 - up 103.5%Reports of the demise of the hatchback appear to be exaggerated. While small SUVs remain incredibly popular, Kia has demonstrated that the right small car (as the K4 is both a hatch and sedan now) still has plenty of appeal.The South Korean brand has sold 3850 examples of its Cerato-replacement so far in 2026, more than double what it managed this time last year, when the hatch was not available.BYD Seal - up 92%The Atto 3 and Sealion 7 EVs are also enjoying good years, and the new Sealion 5 and 8 plug-in hybrids are both off to a good start, but for this list we’re highlighting the under-rated Seal EV. Under-rated because, like the hatchback, sedans are supposed to be in terminal decline.And yet, BYD has managed to almost double the sales of its mid-size sedan in 2026, with 1885 sold year-to-date. This actually makes it one of the brand’s worst-performing models, only further highlighting just what a successful year BYD is having.For the record, sales of the Sealion 7 are up 297%, the Dolphin is up 115% and the Atto 3 is up 85% (despite being the brand’s longest tenured model). Everything is looking rosy for BYD so far in 2026.Toyota Camry - up 48.3%It’s not exactly the glory days for the Camry, 5221 sales in five months is small fry compared to its past, but it remains an under-rated sales performer for not just the brand. Combined with the Seal, these two very different sedans have almost single-handedly kept the family car segment afloat in recent years.Every other existing model in the mid-size sedan segment is down in 2026, but the Camry remains the automotive equivalent of a cockroach - impossible to ever count out.Hyundai Palisade - up 37.1%This was a borderline inclusion on the list, as Hyundai introduced a new generation Palisade in late 2025 so the comparison to last year’s sales is against the out-going model. But given the huge price jump from the old model, plus a small range, it suggests Hyundai’s biggest SUV is finding an audience.Aside from the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and GWM Tank 300 (see below) the Palisade is the only other large SUV to meet our criteria, further underlining its strong sales performance so far this year.The addition of a more-affordable Elite trim grade, to go along with the initial flagship Calligraphy, plus the introduction of the more-rugged XRT Pro variant later this year may help the Palisade to continue its momentum.GWM Tank 300 - up 26.9%As mentioned above, the Tank 300 is another standout performer in the large SUV segment. The Chinese brand’s off-road capable offering has grown in recent times to include a diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) alternative for buyers, which has clearly helped to expand its appeal.The relative struggles of the bigger Tank 500, which has only sold 529 units this year compared to 2228 Tank 300, is a clear demonstration that not all Chinese models sell in big numbers simply because they are cheaper than their rivals.The Tank 300 has therefore done enough to convince buyers to give it a chance and if this growth continues in the second half of the year it could become a key model for GWM.

It is that time of the year again when car brands target a last flurry of sales before the end of the financial year. These deals often tell a story of what stock brands need to move, and in a time when electric vehicle sales are more important than ever there are some strong deals on show. Here is a look at some of the best ones going around in 2026.Kia is offering discounts across many of its models, with the most noticeable one being for its struggling Tasman ute. The range-topping X-Pro Tasman now starts from $64,990 (drive-away), equating to a more than $10,000 discount on before on-road costs pricing. The deal is available until the 30 June 2026. Kia’s strong-selling EV3 and EV5 have also picked up sizeable drive-away discounts ending 30 June 2026. The EV3 is available from $46,990 (drive-away), which equates to free on-road costs, as well as a further small discount.The EV5 has received an even more substantial discount, starting from $49,990 (drive-away), with it previously available from $56,770, before on-road costs. Hyundai has also put out some standout deals, especially on its electric range. But you'll need to move fast, with the offer ending on May 31, 2026.The brand’s Kona Electric range all have substantial discounts, with a starting price of $45,990 (drive-away).The recently-launched Elexio SUV is available from $57,990 (drive-away), with it previously on sale from $58,990, before on-road costs. The Ioniq 5 is another of Hyundai’s models being offered with a noticeable discount, starting from $71,990 (drive-away) until 31 May 2026. MG is currently offering discounts across its range to conclude the financial year, with all deals running until 30 June, 2026. One of the biggest deals offered by the brand is a $6000 cashback offer on plug-in hybrid variants of its mid-size HS SUV.Petrol and plug-less hybrids examples are available with a $3000 cashback offer, which is also available on the QS large SUV and the U9 ute. Additionally, these $3000 cashback deals include five years of free servicing on the vehicles. There are also minor conditional discounts on the ZS small SUV and MG3 hatch currently. BYD is offering $3000 cashback on several of its models in Australia for vehicles delivered by 30 June 2026. The Premium variant of the popular Shark 6 plug-in hybrid ute gets the deal, and is now available from $54,900 (before on-road costs). Both variants of the Sealion 5 PHEV mid-size SUV, are also eligible, meaning it starts from $30,990 (before on-road costs). The Sealion 6 and Sealion 8 PHEV SUVs are available with the $3000 cashback offer. Chery is another brand to get in on the end of financial year deals. Its Tiggo 7 plug-in hybrid large SUV has discounts of $5000, now starting from $34,990 (drive-away). The hugely popular Tiggo 4 small hybrid SUV and Tiggo 8 plug-in hybrid large SUV are being offered with a $2000 factory bonus discount. Offers run until 30 June 2026.Ford has substantially reduced the price of its plug-in hybrid Ranger lineup, with it now starting from $62,000 (drive-away) down from $71,990 (before on-road costs) until 30 June 2026. This price cut brings it closer to the price of the rival BYD Shark 6, which retails from $57,900 (before on-road costs).Some variants of the diesel Ranger are also being offered with sharp drive-away deals. Toyota’s full-size Tundra hybrid ute has received a more than $10,000 discount for models from 2025 as part of a deal to remove on-road costs and add a cashback offer. This means the ute is now available from $145,990 (drive-away). The offer lasts until June 30 2026. 

Chery has revealed a facelifted version of the Tiggo 7 with some tweaks and upgrades in its Chinese home market.Confusingly, the Chinese domestic Tiggo 7 is offered in four distinct styles, with the car most resembling the Aussie-delivered version dubbed the Tiggo 7 Plus.This newly-updated version for the Chinese market is simply called the Tiggo 7 and exists in a lower price bracket.Outside it debuts a new and more modern look, with a new bar-style grille and sporty black styling highlights to replace the chrome.Inside it's is nearly identical to the Australian market version, although it gets a plaid look for its synthetic leather interior trim. It looks to have received software upgrades for the Chinese market, with a new home and nav screen for the digital instrument cluster.Interestingly, this base version of the Tiggo 7 for the Chinese market swaps the 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine (108kW/210Nm) and six-speed dual-clutch automatic combination found in the Australian car for a slightly more powerful version of the same set-up (115kW/230Nm) paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).In China, this new car is also significantly more affordable than the Plus model delivered locally, with a low equivalent starting price of A$16,600 (likely to be closer to the low-$20k mark if it were to be exported to Australia).Meanwhile the entry-level Tiggo 7 Urban for Australia costs $29,990 drive-away.Chery’s local division has been contacted for comment on the potential for a Tiggo 7 facelift for Australia, although it seems unlikely given the local combustion car was recently updated with a fresh look to match the hybrid. It also dropped the 'Pro' from its name, simply becoming 'Tiggo 7' locally.The Tiggo 7 has sold 2323 units so far in 2026, beating out the MG HS, Honda CR-V, and hybrid-only BYD Sealion 6, but still trails the mainstream pack, including the Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, and even the GWM Haval H6.If the mid-sizer can maintain its momentum though, it will soon be ahead of the Subaru Forester, which it is behind by around 650 units.

Chery has released the first official images of its new Tiggo 7L medium SUV and it represents a significant design departure from the Chinese brand’s existing Tiggo line-up.Four Chery Tiggo models are already on sale in Australia, from the compact Tiggo 4, through the mid-size Tiggo 7, to the full-size Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 9 seven seaters.All offer hybrid propulsion options and each has a distinct look; traits which continue with the 7L newcomer.In China, the Tiggo 7 range consists of four models - Plus, High Performance Edition, Premium Edition and C-DM. Again, each with an individual design personality.The new car’s slim, angular headlights sit either side of a large, tapered grille with extra engine and brake cooling ducts lower down.Dark B-, C- and D-pillars create a ‘floating roof’ effect, 19-inch rims fill the wheel arches and the tail-lights illuminate with a jagged wave-like treatment. The minimalist interior features a two-tier dash connecting with indented door panels and a high centre console. Separate driver information and multimedia screens sit proud of the dash.The Tiggo 7L already exists in Russia, with this next-gen version its more contemporary replacement. It will be offered for Chinese domestic sale this time around as well as export to other selected markets, potentially as the Omoda C7.A Chery Motor Australia spokesperson told CarsGuide the company was “excited” to see the Tiggo 7L release, but “as it has only been released yesterday, there are no confirmed plans for Australia at this stage.”Powertrain details are yet to be detailed but expect to see a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder and seven-speed automatic transmission in two- and four-wheel drive configuration, currently rated at 110kW/275Nm in the Russian market.Another likely option is the 150kW/310Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol plug-in hybrid four-cylinder used in the Tiggo 7 CSH ‘Super Hybrid’.

What are the cheapest mid-sized SUVs in Australia?There are so many different models in what is one of Australia's most competitive market segments that it can be overwhelming for buyers.Given the family focus of this size of SUV, value for money is one of the main things buyers consider.At CarsGuide we know which models are the cheapest and we can also highlight their pros and cons. So here are the top three most affordable mid-sized SUVs in Australia right now.Chery Tiggo 7 Urban $29,990 drive-awayChery is one of the brands dominating the super-affordable end of the market. The Chinese carmaker is constantly making improvements and refining its models, while maintaining excellent value and the Tiggo 7 at $29,990 drive-away is a great example.The Tiggo 7 is a 4.5m-long five seater and this entry grade Urban has cloth upholstery. CarsGuide reviewers gave the Tiggo 7 high marks for value with a long standard features list even on this Urban entry grade. They include LED headlights, daytime running lights and tail-lights. There’s also 18-inch black alloy wheels, roof rails and proximity unlocking. There are twin 12.3-inch displays - one for your media screen and the other for your instrument cluster. There’s a six-speaker sound system, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s dual-zone climate control with second-row air vents, too.The Urban grade is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with front-wheel drive and a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.The Tiggo 7 has a 356-litre boot making it relatively small for a mid-sized SUV. BYD Sealion 5 Essential $33,990 before on-road costsThe BYD Sealion 5 arrived in Australia in 2026 making it the newest SUV in our top three. It's priced from $33,990 before on-road costs for the entry grade Essential. It’s also our only plug-in hybrid here and it's the most affordable PHEV on sales in Australia.This five-seater SUV is our longest here as well at 4.7m end-to-end.Standard features include a 10.1-inch media touchscreen and an 8.1-inch digital driver display, six-speaker stereo, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s proximity unlocking, LED headlights, daytime running lights and tail-lights, plus 18-inch alloy wheels. Also standard is dual-zone climate control with directional vents for the second row.Powering the Sealion 5 is a plug-in hybrid system that combines a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor to drive the front wheels. CarsGuide reviewers like the Sealion 5 for its value for money, efficiency and for the way it drives, but the engine is noisy when pushed and the rear seats are quite firm.Safety is excellent with everything from auto emergency braking (AEB), lane keeping assistance and blind spot warning to rear cross-traffic alert with braking.ANCAP has yet to test the Sealion 5 due to its recent arrival. The Sealion 5 has a 463-litre boot, which is bigger than the Tiggo 7’s but wait until you see the MG HS’s cargo capacity.MG HS Vibe $33,990 drive-awayMG’s HS has the same price as the BYD, but the MG comes with drive-away pricing where the BYD's is before on-road costs.The new-gen HS arrived in late 2024, so this 4.7m long five-seater SUV looks and feels fresh and modern.Standard features for the Vibe include 18-inch alloy wheels, twin 12.3-inch screens for media and driver displays, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights and daytime running lights, reversing camera, proximity unlocking, black fabric seats with power driver’s seat and a six-speaker stereo system.CarsGuide reviewers like the HS's smooth ride and spacious interior.Powering the HS Vibe is 1.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Reviewers, however, said servicing was overly expensive.We also thought the safety features list was particularly extensive with AEB, lane keeping assistance, front and rear cross-traffic alert and blind spot warning. A downside to the safety tech was the intrusive driver alerts.The HS scored the maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating in 2024.The MG HS has the largest cargo capacity here with a 507-litre boot.

China’s Chery has introduced an update for its mid-size Tiggo 7 for model year 2026 (MY26) that has brought new looks and a different powertrain, among others.Now simply called the Chery Tiggo 7, the ‘Pro’ moniker has dropped from the name as part of a wider shift that started with the top-selling Tiggo 4 earlier this year.The local Tiggo 7 line-up contains two variants: Urban and Ultimate. They’re priced from $29,990 drive-away and $33,990 drive-away, respectively. This pricing is notably unchanged from the pre-update model.Under the bonnet is now a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which produces 108kW of power and 210Nm of torque. This is 29kW and 65Nm less than the pre-update car’s 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine.This less powerful engine is also mated to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, compared to the pre-update car’s seven-speed unit.It’s worth noting this new powertrain and transmission combo is the same one that now powers the Chery C5 (previously known as the Omoda 5).Chery claims the MY26 Tiggo 7 has a combined fuel consumption of 6.9L/100km. For context, the pre-update model was claimed to consume an average of 7.0L/100km.On the outside, the Tiggo 7’s design now matches what the recently introduced Tiggo 7 Chery Super Hybrid (CHS) plug-in hybrid has. It features slimmer LED headlights and a full-width tail-light set-up.Standard equipment for the Tiggo 7 Urban includes 18-inch alloy wheels, dual 12.3-inch screens, wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, six-speaker sound system, dual-zone climate control and manually adjustable front seats.Stepping up to the Ultimate gains a power tailgate with a retractable cargo blind, puddle lights, panoramic glass sunroof, 50W wireless charger, colour-selectable interior ambient lighting, synthetic leather upholstery and power-adjustable front seats.Safety equipment across the line-up includes seven airbags, autonomous emergency braking (AEB), lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors, reversing camera and tyre pressure monitoring.Stepping up to the Ultimate gets you front parking sensors and a surround-view camera.2026 Chery Tiggo 7 pricing: