# Chery Tiggo 8

The Chery Tiggo 8 (Chinese: 奇瑞瑞虎8; pinyin: Qíruì Ruìhǔ 8) is a series of mid-size crossover SUVs, predominantly sold as a three-row vehicle, produced by Chery under the Tiggo product series. First introduced in 2018, it is positioned between the smaller Tiggo 7 and the larger Tiggo 9.
In China, a more upclass variant with an updated styling called the Chery Tiggo 8 Plus was launched in 2020. This version is marketed as the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro in overseas markets. Another newer variant with an altered styling also called the Tiggo 8 Pro was introduced to the Chinese market in 2022.
In 2024, Chery introduced the Chery Tiggo 8 L, a new generation which has a larger body and positioned between the Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 9. The model was previously introduced as the Fulwin T9 (plug-in hybrid), and will be exported as the Tiggo 9 for export markets.

## First generation (2017)

The production of Tiggo 8 was revealed during the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China, positioning the Tiggo 8 above the smaller Tiggo 7. Internally codenamed the T18, the Tiggo 8 rides on a unibody chassis that features MacPherson struts in the front and multi-link rear suspension systems. The wheels are 18-inch size and the ground clearance metric is 200 mm (7.9 in).
The engine of the Tiggo 8 is a 1.5-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol engine from the Tiggo 7 that produces 108 kW (145 hp; 147 PS) and 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft; 21 kg⋅m) of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and powerers the front wheels. For the 2019 model year, a 1.6-litre inline-four direct-injection turbocharged petrol engine mated with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission developing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft; 30 kg⋅m) is added to the product line, badged as "290T". For the 2021 model year, The 2.0T Kunpeng version badged as "390T" was introduced later, developing 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) of torque.
In late 2022, a new two-row five-seater model was launched alongside the existing seven-seater model. It is powered by a 1.5-litre inline-four SQRE4T15C turbocharged petrol engine rated at 115 kW (154 hp; 156 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft; 23 kg⋅m).
* Tiggo 8 (front)
* Tiggo 8 (rear)

### Tiggo 8 Plus (2020–2024)

In October 2020, the Tiggo 8 Plus was unveiled as a more upmarket version for the Chinese local market. In overseas markets, it is marketed as the Tiggo 8 Pro or Tiggo 8 Pro Max, the latter for the model powered with the "390T" powertrain. The Tiggo 8 Plus sports redesigned front and rear ends with the "Life In Motion 3.0" design language and is 22 mm (0.9 in) longer and 1 mm (0.04 in) higher than the regular Tiggo 8. It is available as a 5-, 6- and 7-seater configurations with additional 18" and 19" redesigned alloys. The interior features dual 12.3 in (31.2 cm) displays with the LION4.0 infotainment system and surround 8-speaker stereo systems supplied by Sony.
The Tiggo 8 Plus is available with a 1.6-litre turbo engine developing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft) mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox and a mild hybrid 1.5-litre turbo engine with 48V of electric power developing a combined 156 hp (116 kW; 158 PS) and 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) mated to a CVT gearbox. The Tiggo 8 Plus Kunpeng edition, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo badged as "390T", developing 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) of torque.
* Tiggo 8 Plus
* Rear view
* Tiggo 8 Plus Kunpeng e+ (390T)
* Interior

### 2022 restyling (Chinese market Tiggo 8 Pro)

The Tiggo 8 Pro is the third variant of the Tiggo 8 product series in China and was launched in May 2022. It is not to be confused with the global market Tiggo 8 Pro, which is the export name for the Tiggo 8 Plus. The Tiggo 8 Pro features a restyled front and rear end designs with an updated interior. The Tiggo 8 Pro is powered by either a 2.0-litre TGDI turbo engine or a 1.6-litre TGDI turbo engine and Kunpeng DHT hybrid powertrains.
* Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV
* Rear view
* Interior

### 2024 refresh

* 2024 Tiggo 8 (export version)

### 2024 redesign (Chinese market Tiggo 8 Plus II/ Fulwin T8)

At the Beijing Auto Show in April 2024, Chery introduced the 2024 version of the Tiggo 8. Marketed as the New Tiggo 8 (later it was renamed as the All-New Tiggo 8 Plus), it received completely restyled front and rear fascia, new door panels with flush door handles, and a redesigned interior. At the 2024 Chery International Business Conference in Wuhu, Anhui, China in April 2024, Chery showcased an alternate export version with a revised front fascia which was later unveiled to be the base of the Fulwin T8 for the Chinese domestic market.
* Rear view
* Interior

### Fulwin T8 (2025)

The Chery Fulwin T8 was unveiled during Auto Guangzhou 2024 as the C-DM variant of the second generation Tiggo 8 Plus (New Tiggo 8) to be sold under the Fulwin NEV product series. In terms of styling, the Chery Fulwin T8 is heavily based on the export version of the second generation Tiggo 8 Plus. The Fulwin T8 is powered by the Kunpeng super-performance electric hybrid C-DM system is powered by a SQRH4J15 1.5 liter engine developing 154 hp (115 kW), and it is equipped with a 18.46 kWh or 18.66 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack capable of a pure electric range of 90 km. The declared comprehensive fuel consumption is 1.30L/100km, and the top speed is 175 km/h. Other features include a 207EBS anti-lock braking system supplied by Bosch. It went on sale in China in February 2025.
* Chery Fulwin T8
* Chery Fulwin T8 rear view

### Export markets

The Tiggo 8 is exported under different monikers such as Tiggo 8 Pro, Tiggo 8 Pro Max, or simply Tiggo 8, depending on the market and specifications.

#### Australia

The Tiggo 8 Pro Max was introduced in Australia in February 2024, with prices announced and sales commenced in May 2024. It is available in three grade levels: Urban, Elite and Ultimate. All models were powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, mated with a 7-speed DCT. Front-wheel drive is standard on the Urban and Elite grades, while the Ultimate grade is exclusively standard with all-wheel drive.

#### Indonesia

The Tiggo 8 series was first introduced in Indonesia on 28 January 2022, initially with the Pro version. It was launched in 23 November 2022, alongside the Tiggo 7 Pro, as Chery's first models in the Indonesian market after a six-year absence. Sales were commenced in January 2023. The Tiggo 8 Pro uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, with front-wheel drive being standard, and is offered with two variants: Luxury and Premium. It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java.
The Pro Max version was revealed in February 2024. Powered by the same engine option as the Pro model, it is available in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Pre-orders of the Pro Max models began in early July 2024.
The regular Tiggo 8 was introduced in 9 July 2024, serving as the series' entry-level model, and went on sale in 8 October 2024. Pre-orders began in 17 July 2024, with production commenced in September 2024. The regular Tiggo 8 uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine (previously introduced by the early preview version of the Pro model in 28 January 2022), with front-wheel drive being standard, and is offered with two variants: Comfort and Premium.

#### Malaysia

The Tiggo 8 Pro was first introduced in Malaysia in October 2022, coinciding with Chery's return to the Malaysian market after a 7-year absence. It was launched alongside the Omoda 5 in July 2023 as the brand's first models in the country. Powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and front-wheel drive, it is only available in a sole variant: Premium. It is locally assembled at Inokom's facility in Kulim, Kedah.

#### Mexico

The Tiggo 8 Pro is sold in Mexico as the Chirey Tiggo 8 Pro Max. It was launched in July 2022, alongside the Tiggo 7 Pro. At launch, it is available in two trim levels: Luxury and Premium. All models were powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, with front-wheel drive is standard on the former trim, while all-wheel drive is standard on the latter.
The plug-in hybrid model, the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV), was added in July 2023.

#### Pakistan

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched alongside the Tiggo 4 Pro in Pakistan in March 2022. It is locally assembled under license at Ghandhara Nissan's facility in Karachi. Production commenced on 31 March 2022.

#### Philippines

The Tiggo 8 was launched in the Philippines in November 2019 alongside the Tiggo 2, Tiggo 5x and Tiggo 7, marking Chery's return to the Philippine market. It is available in two variant levels: Luxury and Luxury EX. Both models were powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched at the 17th Manila International Auto Show in April 2022, replacing the Tiggo 8. It is available in two engine options; a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The plug-in hybrid version received a new variant, marketed as the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, in March 2023.

#### Russia

The Tiggo 8 was launched in Russia in May 2020, following delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Russia. It is available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched in March 2021, positioned above the regular Tiggo 8. The Pro model is initially available in a sole variant: Prestige. It is powered by either a 2.0-litre or a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the latter engine option is only available in two optional packages for the base variant; Speedline and Dreamline. The Ultimate variant was added in December 2021. It was discontinued in April 2024.
The Pro Max model, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with standard all-wheel-drive, was launched on 22 April 2022. It is available in two variant levels: Dreamline and Ultimate. The Tiggo 8 Pro Max received a facelift on 30 August 2023.
The plug-in hybrid model, the Tiggo 8 Pro e+, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV), was launched alongside the plug-in hybrid version of the Tiggo 7 Pro in October 2023.

#### South Africa

The Tiggo 8 Pro was launched in South Africa in February 2022. It is available in two variant levels: Distinctive and Executive. Both models were powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
The Pro Max model, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, was launched in December 2022 to commemorate Chery South Africa's first anniversary.
Both Tiggo 8 Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro Max received facelifts in August 2023. For the facelift, the Distinctive variant on the Pro model was dropped from the lineup. An all-wheel drive option was added in the Pro Max model in March 2024. The entry-level Executive+ variant was added for the Pro model in December 2024.

#### Spain

The Tiggo 8 is rebadged and will be sold in Spain by Ebro as the Ebro S800, following the company's partnership with Chery to assemble the latter's vehicles in Barcelona. It was unveiled at the Madrid Car Experience in May 2024. It adopts the styling used by the export-spec facelifted 2024 model.

## Tiggo 8L / Tiggo 9 (global) / Fulwin T9

The Chery Tiggo 8L which was revealed in May 2024. Compared to the original Tiggo 8, the Tiggo 8L is 60 mm (2.4 in) longer in size and 80 mm (3.1 in) longer in wheelbase. Tiggo 8L adopts many technologies self-developed by Chery, including Kunpeng 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, Kunpeng eight-speed automatic transmission, AWD intelligent four-wheel drive system and magnetic suspension chassis. At the same auto show, Chery introduced the same vehicle for markets outside China as the Chery Tiggo 9, a different model than the Chinese market Chery Tiggo 9.
* Chery Tiggo 8L
* Rear view
* Interior

### Fulwin T9 (2024)

At the Beijing Auto Show in April 2024, Chery announced the Chery Fulwin T9 (Chinese: 奇瑞风云T9; pinyin: Qíruì Fēngyún T9), which is the PHEV variant of Tiggo 8 L with a different front end design. It is slotting below the slightly larger Chery Fulwin T10 which is the PHEV variant of Tiggo 9. It is powered by a plug-in hybrid 1.5-litre and an electric motor paired with a 3-speed DHT transmission. This PHEV powertrain is marketed as the Kunpeng Super Hybrid C-DM. It will be available with two-row and three-row seating options.
* Chery Fulwin T9
* Rear view

## Sales

| Year | China | China | China | Russia | Brazil | Mexico | Mexico | Turkey | Indonesia | Indonesia | Total production |
| Year | Tiggo 8 | Tiggo 8L | Fulwin T9 | Russia | Brazil | Tiggo 8 | Tiggo 8 Pro e+ | Turkey | Tiggo 8 | Tiggo 8 Pro | Total production |
| 2018 | | | | | | | | | | | 50,553 |
| 2019 | | | | | | | | | | | 116,494 |
| 2020 | | | | 2,064 | 1,620 | | | | | | 136,182 |
| 2021 | | | | 8,967 | 10,454 | | | | | | 160,937 |
| 2022 | 120,506 | | | 10,018 | 10,441 | | | | | | 180,450 |
| 2023 | 127,018 | | | 22,400 | 9,545 | 3,736 | | 14,499 | | 538 | 232,978 |
| 2024 | 190,426 | 7,249 | 55,146 | | 9,750 | 1,281 | 241 | 22,875 | 1,246 | 210 | 314,397 |