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The Chery Tiggo 7 () is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automaker Chery Automobile. The fourth model of the company's Tiggo crossover product series, the first-generation Tiggo 7 debuted in April 2016. The second-generation model debuted as a near-production concept car in November 2019, with the production model being revealed later December that year.

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First generation (2016)

Codenamed "T15", the first-generation Tiggo 7 was first presented on 24 April 2016, before making its public debut at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show. Sales started in China on 20 September 2016. Its design was based on the ''TX SUV'' concept, originally showcased at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

Positioned above the Tiggo 5 at the time, initial engine options include a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol and a 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol. Depending on the transmission option, the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine is rated at and of torque. The 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated engine is rated at and of torque. The 1.5-litre turbocharged models are mated to either a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) or a 6-speed manual, while the 2.0-litre models are only mated to a continuously-variable transmission (CVT). The first-generation Tiggo 7 would later provided as the basis of the upmarket Exeed LX, which was introduced in 2019.
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Back IMG 0391.jpg, Rear view

2018 facelift (Tiggo 7 Fly)

The facelifted model was revealed on 21 September 2018 as the Tiggo 7 Fly, before went on sale about a week later that month. The facelifted Fly model carries over the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, mated to either a 6-speed dual-clutch (DCT) or a 6-speed manual, from the pre-facelift model. The facelifted Fly model was first previewed in August 2017, where it was originally planned to be sold under the Qoros brand as the Qoros Young () but was never released for unknown reason.

File:Chery Tiggo 7 Fly 001.jpg, Tiggo 7 Fly
File:Qoros Young 002.jpg, Qoros Young

DR F35 (2020–2023)

Between 2020 and 2023, DR Automobiles marketed the first-generation Tiggo 7 in Italy as the DR F35. The F35 adopts the styling from the facelifted Tiggo 7 Fly, while sporting a different front grille, along with additional details on the front bumper. It is only available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, available with either a conventional petrol or a bi-fuel (petrol/ LPG) setup (later marketed by DR as the Thermohybrid since 2021).
File:2023 DR F35.jpg, DR F35
File:DR F35 2022.jpg, Rear view

Second generation (2020)

Codenamed "T1E", the second-generation Tiggo 7 was originally debuted in November 2019 at the 2019 Guangzhou International Auto Show in a near-production concept guise. The production version was revealed on 23 December 2019. Sales were commenced in China on 9 March 2020, with a market debut in Russia later that year.

File:Chery Tiggo 7 II 015 (cropped).jpg, Rear view
File:Chery Tiggo 7 II 007.jpg, Interior

Tiggo 7 Plus (2021)

An upmarket variant of the second-generation Tiggo 7, called the Tiggo 7 Plus, was revealed for the Chinese market in August 2021 at the 2021 Chengdu Auto Show, with sales commencing on 27 September 2021. The exterior design features a redesigned front fascia and slightly updated rear taillights, with the Chery logo badge on the rear was replaced by a 'CHERY' badging script placed above the taillights. The interior features an updated dashboard design with its infotainment system running on Chery's Lion 4.0 operating system, which features Baidu CarLife and Apple CarPlay. The Plus version also introduces a mild-hybrid (MHEV) powertrain to the lineup.

In select export markets, the 2021 Plus' exterior design was adopted to the global-market Tiggo 7 Pro. In Russia (2023 MY only) and select Middle East markets, the model was sold as the Tiggo 7 Pro Max.
File:2021 Chery Tiggo 7 Plus.jpg, Tiggo 7 Plus
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Plus interior at the launch event.jpg, Interior

2023 facelift

For the 2023 model year, Chery introduced two different exterior facelifts for the Tiggo 7 series in different respective markets. Both facelifts feature an updated interior design, as well a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain.

China (Tiggo 7 Plus & Tiggo 7 Plus New Energy)

The first version of the 2023 facelift was unveiled on 29 September 2022 for the Tiggo 7 Plus, with sales commencing on 7 November 2022. This version is exclusively sold in China; it features a completely redesigned front end, with the headlight units taken from the Tiggo 8 Plus. The plug-in hybrid version was unveiled in August 2022 at the 2022 Chengdu Auto Show, and is marketed under Chery's New Energy series. Sales of the plug-in hybrid model were commenced on 17 March 2023.
File:2023 Chery Tiggo 7 Plus PHEV.jpg, 2023 Tiggo 7 Plus New Energy
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Plus PHEV 002.jpg, Rear view
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Plus photo2.jpg, Interior

Global (Tiggo 7 series / Chinese-market 2024 Tiggo 7)

The second version of the 2023 facelift was showcased multiple times during the first quarter of 2023. This version is sold in select global markets under two different suffixes, depending on the powertrain; Pro Max for the internal-combustion model (except Australia and Malaysia), and Pro e+ for the plug-in hybrid model (except Russia). It is also sold in China as the regular internal-combustion Tiggo 7 since May 2024. This version utilize the exterior design from the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Plus models, albeit with a redesigned front bumper and an updated grille.

Although global models uses an updated interior design as the first version, the Chinese-market Tiggo 7 adopts the interior design from the pre-facelift internal-combustion 2021 Plus models.
File:2024_Chirey_Tiggo_7_Pro_e+_front_view.png, 2023 Tiggo 7 (global)

2025 facelift (Global Tiggo 7 series / Chinese-market Tiggo 7 Plus)

The second facelift was revealed in April 2024 during the 2024 Chery International Business Conference in Wuhu, Anhui, and will be marketed for the 2025 model year. It borrows the exterior design from the facelifted 2023 Plus models, but features a newly-redesigned front bumper, grille and rear fascia. It debuted overseas in May 2024 as the Ebro S700 at the Madrid Car Experience in Spain, while Chinese models were launched on 1 November 2024 as the Tiggo 7 Plus.
File:2024 Chery Tiggo 7 front view.png, 2025 Tiggo 7 (global)
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Plus 007.jpg, 2025 Tiggo 7 Plus (China)
File:Chery Tiggo 7 Plus 008.jpg, Rear view

Powertrain

The second-generation Tiggo 7 series is offered with two ACTECO engines; the first option is a 1.5-litre ''SQRE4T15C'' TGDI (turbocharged engine with direct fuel injection) engine, badged as the "230T", which is rated at and of torque. In most markets, the 230T model is mated to a continuously-variable transmission (CVT), with a 6-speed manual is available exclusively for the Chinese market. The second option is a 1.6-litre ''SQRF4J16'' TGDI engine (marketed as "Kunpeng Power" in China, starting on the Plus version), badged as the "290T", which is rated at and of torque. The 290T model is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). For some markets, the 1.6-litre model is available with optional all-wheel drive.

The mild-hybrid (MHEV) powertrain, available since 2021, combines the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery system, mated to a continuously-variable transmission (CVT).

The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain (marketed as "New Energy" in China, and "e+" in select overseas markets), available since 2023, combines the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with a permanent-magnet synchronous motor (PMSM), mated to a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), resulting an increase of power output, which is rated at and of torque, combining for an in electric-only mode.

Overseas markets

Depending on the market and specifications, the second-generation Tiggo 7 is exported under different monikers, notably Tiggo 7 Pro and Tiggo 7 Pro Max. Plug-in hybrid models were exported under the Tiggo 7 Pro e+ moniker (except Russia).

Australia

The Australian-market Tiggo 7 Pro was introduced in August 2023, with prices announced in September 2023. Available grades initially were the Urban, Elite and Ultimate. It is only available with a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, available in front-wheel drive (Urban and Elite) or all-wheel drive (Ultimate). For the Australian market, the Tiggo 7 Pro adopts the exterior and interior design from the global-market 2023 facelifted models.

For the 2025 model year, the range received minor exterior styling changes, with the Urban and Elite grades were respectively replaced by the SE and SE+ grades. The Ultimate grade was dropped from the range.

In June 2025, the plug-in hybrid version with the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV) with front-wheel drive, marketed as the Super Hybrid went on sale in Australia with customer deliveries commenced in July 2025, the Super Hybrid version is available for the Urban and Ultimate grades. At the time of its introduction, the Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid was the cheapest plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) on sale in Australia.

Indonesia

First introduced on 28 January 2022, The Tiggo 7 Pro was launched in Indonesia on 23 November 2022, alongside the Tiggo 8 Pro, as Chery's first models in the country after a six-year absence. Sales were commenced in January 2023. Adopting the exterior design from the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Plus models, the Indonesian market Tiggo 7 Pro is offered with three variants, namely the Comfort, Luxury and Premium. It is only available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java.

Malaysia

The Malaysian-market Tiggo 7 Pro was revealed on 25 March 2024, with sales commencing on 21 June 2024. A pre-production model, featuring the exterior design from the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Tiggo 7 Plus, was first showcased on October 2022 at Chery's Malaysian re-introduction event in Setia Alam to mark its initial Malaysian debut. Only available as a single unnamed variant and powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the Malaysian model adopts the exterior and interior design from the global-market 2023 facelifted models. It is locally assembled at Inokom's facility in Kulim, Kedah.

Mexico

In Mexico, the Tiggo 7 Pro is marketed under the Chirey brand. It was launched in July 2022, alongside the Tiggo 8 Pro Max. Available trim levels include the Comfort and Luxury. It is only available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.

Philippines

In the Philippines, the Tiggo 7 Pro was launched in January 2021, which replaces the first-generation Tiggo 7. It is only available with a single engine option; a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, initially as a conventional petrol model. A hybrid variant of the same engine featuring a 48-volt mild-hybrid system was added in July 2023.

Russia

The Tiggo 7 Pro was launched in Russia on 10 September 2020. Variants include the Luxury, Elite and Prestige, with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine is standard across the range.

The Pro Max version, based on the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Plus model, was launched in January 2023. Initial variants were the Prestige and Ultimate, while its initial engine option was carried over from the Pro version. The Elite variant was added in May 2023. In July 2023, a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine option, only available with all-wheel drive, was added to the range, and is only available on the Elite and Ultimate. The Pro Max version received a facelift in June 2024, sporting the exterior and interior design from the global-market 2023 facelifted models.

The plug-in hybrid version with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV), was launched in October 2023, alongside the Tiggo 8 Pro e+. Unlike other markets and the latter model launched alongside it, it is marketed there simply as the Tiggo 7 Pro Plug-In Hybrid, thus omitting the e+ moniker. The exterior adopts the front bumper, grille and plug-in hybrid wheel design from the global-market 2023 facelifted models, while the interior uses the same design found on the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Plus models, sharing that to the Russian 2023 Pro Max models.

The Pro version was discontinued in April 2024.

South Africa

The Tiggo 7 Pro went on sale in South Africa on May 2022. Variants include the Distinction and Executive. The Pro version uses the exterior design from the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Plus models, and is only available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.

The Pro Max version was introduced in August 2023 at the 2023 Kyalami Festival of Motoring, featuring the exterior and interior design from the global-market 2023 facelifted models, with sales commencing in October 2023. It is initially available with two variants mirroring the Pro version: Distinction and Executive. The Pro Max version uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, available in front-wheel drive (all variants) or all-wheel drive (Executive). The Premium variant, available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, was added in April 2024.

Rebranded versions

Ebro S700

Following a partnership agreement with Chery in the first quarter of 2024, Spanish manufacturer Ebro produced and sold a licensed-built second-generation Tiggo 7 under the company's resurrected namesake brand, called the Ebro S700. It was unveiled in May 2024 at the Madrid Car Experience, and went on sale for the Spanish market in December 2024. Based on the global-market facelifted 2025 Tiggo 7 models, initial variants were the Comfort and Luxury. Initial engine option is a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol, with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will be available later in 2025. It is assembled at the former Nissan Motor Ibérica plant in Barcelona, with the first units rolling out on 25 September 2024.
File:Ebro S701.jpg, Ebro S700
File:Ebro S700.jpg, Rear view

DR 6.0

DR Automobiles marketed the second-generation Tiggo 7 in Italy as the DR 6.0, which was launched on 20 April 2022. It is only available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, available with either a conventional petrol or DR's Thermohybrid bi-fuel (petrol/LPG) setup.

A 1.6-litre turbocharged engine option, based on the Chinese internal-combustion 2021 Tiggo 7 Plus and marketed as the 6.0 T-GDI, was made available since 2024. A plug-in hybrid model, based on the global-market 2023 Tiggo 7 Pro e+/Plug-In Hybrid, was also made available at the same time.

Apart from different badgings, all DR 6.0 models feature a different front grille pattern design.
File:DR 6.0 1.5 Turbo.jpg, DR 6.0
File:2024 DR 6.0 facelift.jpg, DR 6.0 T-GDI
File:DR 6.0 rear.jpg, Rear view (6.0)

Sportequipe 6

Sportequipe, a subsidiary of DR Automobiles, sold a version of the second-generation Tiggo 7 as the Sportequipe 6 since 2023, which was first revealed in June 2022 at the 2022 Milano Monza Open-Air Motor Show. The model sported the front fascia design from the non-Pro/Plus versions of the Tiggo 8, while sharing the same engine option, as well supply options, as the regular DR 6.0.

A plug-in hybrid model, based on the global-market 2023 Tiggo 7 Pro e+/Plug-In Hybrid, was made available since 2024, positioned as a sportier alternative to the DR 6.0 PHEV. The plug-in hybrid version sported the same front fascia design as the Tiggo 8 Pro/Plus.
File:Sportequipe S6 1.jpg, Sportequipe 6
File:Sportequipe S6 2.jpg, Rear view
File:Sportequipe S6 1.5 PHEV DHT.jpg, Sportequipe 6 PHEV
File:Sportequipe S6 1.5 PHEV DHT 3.jpg, Rear view (PHEV)

Xcite X-Cross 7

In Russia, the second-generation Tiggo 7 is produced and sold by AvtoVAZ under the Xcite brand, called the Xcite X-Cross 7. The vehicle was revealed on 13 March 2024, with sales commencing in May 2024, as the brand's first model. The vehicle is essentially an indirect follow-up to the Russian-market Tiggo 7 Pro, which Chery later discontinued the model about a month after the Xcite model was unveiled. It retain the same specification and design styling from the former Chery model, including the carried-over 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. Aside on having Xcite badges, the X-Cross 7 sported the same front grille pattern design as that used by Italy's regular DR 6.0. It is initially available with two variants: Enjoy and Techno. It is assembled at AvtoVAZ's Avtozavod plant in Saint Petersburg, which was previously owned by Nissan.
File:Xcite X-Cross 7.jpg, Xcite X-Cross 7

Other versions

Tiggo 7 High Energy & Tiggo 7 C-DM (2024)

In China, since November 2024, a version of the Chery Tansuo 06 with a revised front fascia design was sold under the name Tiggo 7 High Energy. The High Energy version is also available with a plug-in hybrid variant, marketed as the Tiggo 7 C-DM.

Sales

References

External links

Official website

Iran web site

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