The Chinese brand Chery has launched two new hybrid models in SA — the new Tiggo 7 CSH and the Tiggo Cross HEV. The new hybrid drive offensive will see the Wuhu, China-based automotive brand market four hybrid crossovers and SUVs, including the Tiggo 9 Pro model — the brand’s largest offering.

The latter model is scheduled for launch later in the years, but kicking off with what’s on sale now, the mid-size Tiggo 7 CSH is a new plug-in-hybrid electric derivative of the mid-size SUV. It pairs a 1.5l turbo four-cylinder petrol motor with an 18.3 kWh battery driving an electric motor. A full recharge takes 45 minutes to an hour using a DC fast charger, or between four and eight hours when plugged into an AC charger...

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