The 2025 Chery Tiggo 9 1.5T PHEV Summit 5dr DHT AWD is the brand's premium, seven-seat flagship SUV. It stands out primarily for offering an exceptionally large 91-mile official electric-only range via its 34.5 kWh battery and generating 422 bhp of tri-motor all-wheel-drive power. Priced near £43,105 brand new (On-The-Road), the top-tier Summit trim leaves no options box unticked except for paint color.
Performance & Powertrain: The Tiggo 9 uses a complex super-hybrid system that delivers rapid acceleration considering its 2.2-tonne weight:Engine & Motors: A 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine paired with three electric motors (two front, one rear).Transmission: A 3-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT).Power Output: 422 brake horsepower (bhp) and 580 Nm of total system torque.Acceleration: Achieves 0–62 mph in just 5.4 seconds.Charging: Includes a CCS Type 2 port supporting both slow and DC rapid charging.Drive Modes: Six tailored modes (Normal, ECO, Sport, Snow, Sand, Off road).
Luxury & Interior Comfort:The Summit trim acts as Chery's luxury showcase, wrapping extensive kit into the retail price:Seating Comfort: Heated and ventilated leather seats for both the front and second rows. The driver's seat features a 12-way power configuration and front seats include built-in massaging.Panoramic View: Features a massive 1.3-metre tilting and sliding panoramic glass roof with an electric blind.Acoustics: All glass panels are acoustically treated for an ultra-quiet cabin.Pet Mode: A dedicated system that keeps the climate control running to safely cool the cabin if pets are left inside briefly.
Technology & InfotainmentThe dashboard is dominated by standard high-resolution digital displays:Dual Screens: A 15.6-inch main infotainment touchscreen paired with a 10.25-inch driver's digital display.Audio: A custom 14-speaker Sony premium audio system.Smart Tech: Supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto alongside a rapid-cooling 50W wireless phone charging pad.Connectivity: Over-the-air (OTA) updates and remote control functionality via the Chery Connect app.🛡️ Safety & Driver Assistance:The vehicle offers 19 distinct advanced driver-assistance features:540-Degree Camera: Features a wrap-around surround view camera system that includes an "invisible bonnet" look beneath the car.Highway Driving: Leverages intelligent cruise control with stop-and-go functionality, lane departure prevention, and highway assist.Collision Avoidance: Autonomous emergency braking capable of identifying pedestrians, cyclists, and junction traffic.
Dimensions & Practicality:Length/Width: 4,810 mm long and 2,223 mm wide (including mirrors).Boot Space: Offers a minimal 143 litres with all 7 seats up, expanding to 819 litres with the third row folded flat into the floor.
Because of its exceptionally low CO2 emissions (approx. 18-20g/km) and an outstanding official electric-only range of 91 miles, this SUV qualifies for the lowest possible 2026/2027 Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax band for plug-in hybrids: just 5%.
