Chery Tiggo 8

Selected: Tiggo 8 1.6T Apex • Price: R 569 900
Model range: R 569 900 – R 729 900
Body type
SUVs
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Drive
Front
Power
137 kW
Torque
275 Nm
Fuel consumption
7.7 L/100km
Monthly fuel cost
R 2 912/month
Your monthly km driven
km/month
The entry-level option in the range, designed to keep monthly repayments and upfront costs lower.
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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
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APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 7 805

Estimated instalment based on a R 569 900 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.

Balloon due: R 199 465
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Estimated monthly premium
R 1 650 – R 2 050
Rough estimate only. Assumes standalone comprehensive cover — multi-policy or loyalty discounts (typically 15–25%) are not reflected. Actual premium depends on your full risk profile, claims history, and insurer.

About the Chery Tiggo 8

The Chery Tiggo 8 is a seven-seat large SUV available in South Africa powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, positioned as a family hauler that competes on interior space and specification against the Haval H6, Kia Sorento, and MG ZS at pricing that typically undercuts the Korean alternatives. The model offers three rows of seating in a package that remains competitively priced for its size, making it one of the more affordable routes to a seven-seat SUV in the local market. As with most Chery products in South Africa, the trade-off is a brand with a shorter local track record and a service network that is still maturing relative to the volume incumbents.

Who is the Tiggo 8 best for?

  • Families who need three-row seating and find the Kia Sorento or Toyota Fortuner out of budget
  • Buyers who want maximum passenger capacity in a single vehicle without moving to a minivan or bakkie-based SUV
  • Households comparing seven-seat SUVs and prioritising space and value over badge prestige
  • Buyers already considering the Tiggo 8 Pro who want to understand whether the base model meets their needs

Chery Tiggo 8 — frequently asked questions

How much does the Tiggo 8 cost in South Africa?
The Tiggo 8 is priced from R569 900 to R729 900 in South Africa, depending on variant (2 variants listed).
What is the monthly instalment on a Tiggo 8?
Based on a 72-month contract with 10% deposit, 35% balloon and 10.75% APR, repayments on the cheapest Tiggo 8 (from R569 900) start from about R7 805/month — indicative only, subject to credit approval.
What is the Tiggo 8's fuel consumption?
The Tiggo 8 has a claimed fuel consumption of 7.7 L/100km.
What engine options does the Tiggo 8 come in?
The Tiggo 8 range includes Petrol, Petrol-electric Hybrid options, with engine capacities from 1.5L to 1.6L, producing up to 255kW.
Is the Tiggo 8 available with automatic or manual transmission?
The Tiggo 8 is available exclusively with an automatic transmission.
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Tiggo 8 1.6T Apex
R 569 900
Monthly
R 7 805
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • Balloon plan