Chery TIGGO 9 to cost less than RM189,000

Quick look:

• The TIGGO 9 is a D-segment SUV with 3 rows of seating, positioning it as the flagship of the range.
• It is one of the 5 models which Chery will launch in Malaysia during 2026.

Following its earlier announcement to launch at least five new models this year, Chery Malaysia today previewed the TIGGO 9 as the second model that will join its growing range.

Positioned as the new flagship and largest model in the TIGGO line-up, the 7-seater SUV marks a visible move into the upper-tier family mobility segment, emphasizing enhanced interior space and upgraded technology over the smaller crossovers.

Intelligent all-wheel drive system
Powering the large SUV is a 2.0-litre TGDi turbocharged gasoline direct-injection petrol engine. To manage power distribution, Chery has paired the powerplant with an Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system. Drivers can select from seven different driving modes to optimize traction and stability across varied road surfaces, providing necessary adaptability for both daily urban commuting and long-distance highway travel.

3 rows of seats
Inside the cabin, the emphasis is clearly on occupant comfort with spacious accommodation. The driver is provided with a 10-way power-adjustable seat with a Head-Up Display for ‘hands on steering wheel, eyes ahead’ driving.

Both the driver and front passenger seats include heating, ventilation, and massage functions. Second-row passengers have not been overlooked, receiving ventilated seating to maintain a comfortable cabin environment during longer journeys in local weather conditions.

The dashboard is dominated by a 15.6-inch 2.5K ultra-high-definition display screen. The infotainment system runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chipset, a processing unit chosen for smooth menu transitions and responsive touch control.

Concurrently, the TIGGO 9 introduces Auto Park Assist to the local TIGGO range, a feature intended to assist drivers when manoeuvring the large vehicle into tight parking spots. While this isn’t new and has been available for over 12 years in other models, its usefulness in Malaysian conditions is questionable.

As with other Chery models, there’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) to Level 2.5 which is composed of 23 active safety systems, plus SRS airbags surrounding the front and sides of the cabin (including the third row).

Customers can choose from 2 exterior colours – Carbon Black and Matte Grey. Bookings are now being accepted with retail pricing estimated to be below the RM189,000 mark. The official launch date has not been indicated. Chery is not among the participants at KLIMS 2026 so we know it won’t be launched at that event.

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