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Chery's new flagship SUV has been priced for Australia. The seven-seat Tiggo 8 Pro Max starts from $41,990 drive-away and is on sale now.

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Chery Motor Australia has finally priced its new Tiggo 8 Pro Max seven-seat SUV, with prices starting from a sharp $41,990 drive-away for the Chinese rival to the Mitsubishi Outlander and Honda CR-V.
Update, 16/5/2024 5:20PM: Chery Australia has confirmed servicing pricing for the Tiggo 8 Pro Max. See article for details.

Three variants will be available from launch, two with front-wheel drive and a flagship all-wheel drive version, all of which are powered by the same 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine teamed with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
All variants come standard with seven seats. Standard equipment highlights from even the base Urban grade include heated and ventilated front seats, leatherette upholstery, dual 12.3-inch displays and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Key rivals include the aforementioned Outlander and CR-V, as well as other seven-seat SUVs like the Nissan X-Trail, Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace.
The 2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max range is on sale now.
| Model Variant | Drive-Away Price |
|---|---|
| 2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Urban FWD | $41,990 |
| 2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Elite FWD | $43,990 |
| 2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Ultimate AWD | $47,990 |

| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4cyl turbo |
| Power | 180kW (5500rpm) |
| Engine torque | 375Nm (1750-4000rpm) |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT |
| Driven wheels | Front-wheel drive (Urban, Elite) All-wheel drive (Ultimate) |
| Weight | 1626kg (FWD) 1731kg (AWD) |
| Fuel economy (claim) | 8.1L/100km (FWD) 8.7L/100km (AWD) |
| Fuel tank size | 57 litres |
| Fuel requirement | 95 RON |
| CO2 emissions | 191g/km (FWD) 200g/km (AWD) |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6b |
| Maximum tow capacity | 1300kg (braked) |
| Maximum towball download | 75kg |

| Dimension | Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|
| Length | 4720mm |
| Width | 1860mm |
| Height | 1705mm |
| Wheelbase | 2710mm |
| Boot capacity (VDA) | 117L (3rd row up) 479L (3rd row folded, to seatback) 739L (3rd row folded, up to roof) |
| Kerb weight | 1626kg – FWD 1731kg – AWD |
| Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) | 2194kg – FWD 2302kg – AWD |
Chery Australia covers its lineup with a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. It also offers seven years of capped-price servicing and roadside assistance.

Scheduled maintenance is required every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres – whichever comes first.
2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max service pricing:
| Interval | Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0T FWD | Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12mth/15,000km | $280 | $280 |
| 24mth/30,000km | $280 | $280 |
| 36mth/45,000km | $280 | $280 |
| 48mth/60,000km | $280 | $280 |
| 60mth/75,000km | $280 | $280 |
| 72mth/90,000km | $465.60 | $614.07 |
| 84mth/105,000km | $295.09 | $295.09 |
| Total: | $2160.69 | $2309.16 |
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.

Standard safety features include:
Three trim levels are available – Urban, Elite and Ultimate.




Tiggo 8 Pro Max Urban highlights:
Tiggo 8 Pro Max Elite adds:
Tiggo 8 Pro Max Ultimate adds:








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Stay tuned to CarExpert for our launch review of the 2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max at 9:00AM AEST May 20.
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James Wong is an automotive journalist and former PR consultant, recognised among Australia’s most prolific motoring writers.


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