For those complaining about fuel consumption, I think it might go down as the engine gets run in. My friends have the Tiggo 8 Pro with the same 1.6 (the max has the 2 litre), and it is a larger car. In city driving they achieve 10.2 litres per hundred. That's purely city driving in traffic which I think is okay for a car of that size. They'll check the highway consumption soon.
I have that car and my consumption is 8.6km per liter I put 95 octane gasoline, i don't use it all the time because I also use a bike to time in traffic. But in long trips the avg of consumption go as low as 10.1 km per liter.
Just came back from a visit in SA from Ireland and received one as a rental and was pleasantly surprised with the perceived build quality. Fuel consumption not great though.
It's fact that you hate sunroofs and don't see their purpose. Then you're ducking and diving trying to see what is above the car making a noise😂😂😂😅. I love you.
the front of this car has a Peugoet 2008 vibe (fangs) to it... That much said, the 2008 is R130K cheaper or thereabout... and it gives you enough. And it's French.... the Tiggo is big on power, but can it use it with the requisite refinement? It doesn't sound like like it - sounds aggressive at best. Peugeot 2008 for me
Awesome video...I am watching this again after watching your sons Jaecoo 7 that featured you (not the other way around) 🙂, I have narrowed down my search to these two and wanted to try and get a sense of which you would prefer. I'm now wondering whether the deciding factor is that the Jaecoo 7 needs the touchscreen for everything and the Tiggo 7 Pro Max needs it for some things as I see some buttons dashboard.
I have the same model as the one you're reviewing. Fuel consumption is very high. Automatic Stop/ Start idle sometimes work. When it start the car rolls back and I must be on my breaks all the time. It becomes annoying because for the automatic start I must release break. That's when the roll back happens. I love it though.
As an owner of the Tiggo 7 pro, most irritating features are the driver car mat, has an irritating flap that keeps falling back, and then the software which is sluggish and doesn't work properly.
Thanks Juliet, love watching your reviews. Quick question: Would you drive with this to Zambia? And 2nd question, would you buy this and keep itnfor years or trade in after 3 years
One thing I think we just need to accept, with more than just a "pinch" of salt, is that manufacturer's fuel consumption figures are like political promises. Never believe them, and look for actual figures in the road tests that do give them. And fuel consumption is relative. What may be acceptable for some will be a deal breaker for others. Anyhow, if you are saving R100k on one vehicle over a competitors model, that pays for a lot of fuel! Like around 200,000 km worth at a 2l/100km difference.
If you averaging 9l per 100 fuel consumption average that’s excellent.. because I am coming from a v8 Audi where I am getting 13-14l per 100 where a 60l tank only lasts 350km😂
Your feeling of the top heavy body roll is what i experience on the Tiggo 7 Pro. It doesnt feel planted even though i have had the car for a year. The soft suspension is part of why it feels like that
After sales service isn't great with this brand. Parts availability is also horrible. Saying this from many friends who own chery and every little issue is weeks of waiting. One colleague is already waiting 5 weeks so far for a new throttle module. Hopefully this will change once they become more established and have a greater parts base in the country. Until then... Not touching it.
What people want is good quality, reliability and something that will last. What they buy is cheap and looks good. The dual clutch for odd and even gears is great on the race track and ok for driving across the Nullarbor. But stop start driving in the city and lots of hill starts not so good. For that a typical torque converter is far better.
In certain Balkan countries (Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania and Turkey), they sell the Tiggo 7 Pro with the 1.6 engine, but AWD is not available in those countries.
Rocking the chic ponytail, the blonde bombshell... But what a great review. Am really looking into buying one of these. Can you do a review on the Omoda C5?
On your thing about the infotainment system.... I have 2 friends who bought the new C Class. A whole million rand C Class. And the android auto doesn't work either. It kept bombing out while they were using its nav and Mercedes couldn't even fix it. They ended up getting rid of it. So even the established premium carmakers have these issues. Just saying.
My tiggo 7 ended up being a lemon endless issues from suspension failure to sporadic airbag lights and the FCW light going on for no reason whilst driving on the highway.
@@julietmcguirebut so far in the 2 years that they have been around why aren’t there any JD power quality surveys on these Chinese cars? I really miss the Kingsey report. It was always such a good read.
A lot of people are hating on these cars because it’s Chinese. Well I say if you choose to be ignorant you’re missing out 🤷♂️ But Juliet, if you were looking to buy a car would you buy one or would you buy a car from the competitors?
I totally agree with your statement. There are a few things that irk me on this particular car, so it wouldn't be my first choice. BUT it might be things that don't bother others.
I can’t get past the idea of calling up your insurance company after a bingle. “Hello, customer service, how can I help”? “Um I was involved in an accident just now, this person came through an intersection and popped my Cherry” 🤦🏻😂🤷♂️
These new Chinese cars are feature packed and look great and I guess if you change your car like you change your phone then great, but what if I want to keep the vehicle for at least 6 or 7 years, will they last that long without too many issues?
Big problem with all Cherys. You can't change a blown headlight at home, it can only be done at a dealer. Bad engineering. It is a big cost for a minor fix that can be done at home with any other car.
I wonder at what stage the Chinese government stops the massive export subsidies on these cars and they need to price at levels as everyone else. Perhaps by then, we will have accepted Chinese car brands as a brand on its own.
Nice to wake up to a new Juliet Video. These Chery's are a real surprise to me. I've always turned my nose up at the thought of them. But not for the first time, I've been swayed by these reviews.
You save at least R100K on initial cost... vs competition... and the fuel difference is righly 2litres per 100km vs competition = R50 per 100km Now, mathematically, you'll have to drive 200thousands km on the competition to make up the R100K price difference, excl. interest accrued... just saying. The fuel consumption shouldn't much of a factor
I wouldn't recommend this car to anyone. While they sell their cars cheaply, which is a good point, they are only reliable for up to 150,000 kilometers. After the warranty expires, purchasing parts for the car becomes more expensive than for a BMW, like Hyundai electric cars, battery is same price as new car
On the technology of engine manufacturing China is still years behind . Everything is covered up by fancy looking plastic and electronic features. Heavy on fuel!
safety features are iritating... just put a couple of airbags and let me be... I do not need sensors for everything known to man, I have eyes I can look out the window 😂 these kind of cars make more bings and bongs than a Beat Boxer
Hey Juliet. I have been silently following you for many years. You're indeed such a talented person (And I mean it). I sincerely and genuinely like you but on this video, you were way too distracted and what the car was telling you, I think is on point. No exaggeration! You didn't even finish sentences in most explanations you did in this video. And getting annoyed with other drivers in the middle of a review just isn't for real, for a real pro of your calibre. Unfortunately, I am sorry to say that this has to be one of the worst videos you have ever made. Informality suits your style of presentation many times when you do reviews but I think you take it a little too far other times; this being one of them. And it's a pity because you're such a talented motor journalist and a cracking beautiful one too. I have never doubted your talent wherever I have watched you, whether on Ignition TV or here, on this channel. Please try to be a bit formal and let us have a taste of the "serious-you” sometimes. I would rather you re-do this review because am a die-hard fan of the Chery Brand of late. I know you can do better if and when you want to. Am sorry for being honest but it's because I deeply like you that much. Cheers!
I genuinely appreciate you honesty in this comment and I take all constructive criticism on board. So thank you for that. In general, I am in no way a serious person, so a more serious version of me is a not gonna happen I'm afraid, however, I hear what you say and will certainly keep it in mind. I hope you continue to watch the videos :)
@@julietmcguire Thank you heartily for responding. I actually didn't think you were going to. I am honoured and humbled because it's the first time, ever, in my life that a celebrity (and I don't use that term in a derogatory manner but a best possible way to describe you, because you're one) has responded to my comment anywhere. I always watch your reviews and I will not stop no matter how you disappoint. There are few female journos around and, as a father of a very aspiring and energetic 12-year daughter, I love so, so much, I always imagine the grown-up version of her doing the same or something different but meaningful to the world. You (and dare I add Zipphora) are really doing a great job in the South African motor journalism arena and I must say you have a brilliant future in all this. I always watch from between Malawi and Botswana. As I wind up this comment, allow me to put a request for an in-depth review of the new JAC T9, should you get that opportunity. It looks fantastic and has aroused my sleeping weird, new taste for real underdogs, by their real definition. Thank you, again.
In all your videos I noticed that you have a road rage spirit in you and it's nice that you keep it in your car so that you avoid being punched on your face.
It is amazing value for money. Imagine the new Honda CRV cost R1 million!! And it isn't even all wheel drive. And is a 1.5. The Honda is not worth R400k more than this. It just isn't.
@@keeganmcgregor4698 It isn't worth 400k more. The Chery comes with a million km warranty on the engine. And Hondas aren't fault free and they're expensive to maintain.
@SDav21 Sure. There's all likelihood the chery will be fine. However, they are still new and it is a higher gamble betting on the new kid on the block. My mom had a Honda CRV that cleared 450 000 Km, was treated like shit and was still sold running. Maybe in 20 years Chery will be the same. Maybe not. Only time will tell reliability and depreciation
Another car from Wish. Fuel consumption is arguably the single most important factor and a general indication of sophistication which these lack and no amount of gimmicks can make up for it. Not a fan.
There is a new kids from Chery group which is Jaecoo J7 it is very luxurious I think my heart is taken by it ❤❤❤
For those complaining about fuel consumption, I think it might go down as the engine gets run in. My friends have the Tiggo 8 Pro with the same 1.6 (the max has the 2 litre), and it is a larger car. In city driving they achieve 10.2 litres per hundred. That's purely city driving in traffic which I think is okay for a car of that size. They'll check the highway consumption soon.
Please get back to us with the highway fuel consumption
@@vincentmothapa2421 will do. End of March I should have data. Joburg to Cape Town trip.
Just commenting so I see your update
I have that car and my consumption is 8.6km per liter I put 95 octane gasoline, i don't use it all the time because I also use a bike to time in traffic. But in long trips the avg of consumption go as low as 10.1 km per liter.
@@fedemusicaa How fast do you drive on long trips? Is yours the 1.6 or 2.0?
Just came back from a visit in SA from Ireland and received one as a rental and was pleasantly surprised with the perceived build quality. Fuel consumption not great though.
YAY! I hope you had an amazing time in SA. And hope you come back.
I believe everyone can make their choices even the big brands,trusted one got issues .
It's fact that you hate sunroofs and don't see their purpose. Then you're ducking and diving trying to see what is above the car making a noise😂😂😂😅. I love you.
Ok, you make a really good point ha ha ha ha
😂中国人的习惯，打开汽车天窗的布帘可以在晚上看到星星和城市的美景
以及你抽烟时，打开天窗，不会让你被风吹到
以及你抽烟时，打开天窗，不会让你被风吹到
hahahahah here for this comment! 🤣 Always enjoy a Juilet Drives video......
the front of this car has a Peugoet 2008 vibe (fangs) to it... That much said, the 2008 is R130K cheaper or thereabout... and it gives you enough. And it's French.... the Tiggo is big on power, but can it use it with the requisite refinement? It doesn't sound like like it - sounds aggressive at best. Peugeot 2008 for me
I so love that Red color ❤
Thank you very much for this beautiful Video. It's great that you sincerely share your own feelings and thoughts .Greetings from Türkiye.
Awesome video...I am watching this again after watching your sons Jaecoo 7 that featured you (not the other way around) 🙂, I have narrowed down my search to these two and wanted to try and get a sense of which you would prefer. I'm now wondering whether the deciding factor is that the Jaecoo 7 needs the touchscreen for everything and the Tiggo 7 Pro Max needs it for some things as I see some buttons dashboard.
I have the same model as the one you're reviewing.
Fuel consumption is very high.
Automatic Stop/ Start idle sometimes work.
When it start the car rolls back and I must be on my breaks all the time. It becomes annoying because for the automatic start I must release break. That's when the roll back happens.
I love it though.
As an owner of the Tiggo 7 pro, most irritating features are the driver car mat, has an irritating flap that keeps falling back, and then the software which is sluggish and doesn't work properly.
I also found that with the floor mat but thought it was just that particular one. Annoying I agree
I drive a Nissan Qashqai and consumption for a 1.2T averages more than this. Consumption is much better in this car.
😂你应该是对日本汽车不了解，真正省油的日本汽车是本田，不是丰田也不是日产逍客，日产尼桑汽车不省油，新款马自达的压燃发动机车型省油
Vw has far better fuel consumption then this
I really love and like it when such a beautiful lady drives a car
Thanks Juliet, love watching your reviews. Quick question: Would you drive with this to Zambia? And 2nd question, would you buy this and keep itnfor years or trade in after 3 years
One thing I think we just need to accept, with more than just a "pinch" of salt, is that manufacturer's fuel consumption figures are like political promises.
Never believe them, and look for actual figures in the road tests that do give them.
And fuel consumption is relative.
What may be acceptable for some will be a deal breaker for others.
Anyhow, if you are saving R100k on one vehicle over a competitors model, that pays for a lot of fuel!
Like around 200,000 km worth at a 2l/100km difference.
I love sunroofs and the larger the better. Always have mine open. I like this review since they do not sell these in the USA.
If you averaging 9l per 100 fuel consumption average that’s excellent.. because I am coming from a v8 Audi where I am getting 13-14l per 100 where a 60l tank only lasts 350km😂
Your feeling of the top heavy body roll is what i experience on the Tiggo 7 Pro. It doesnt feel planted even though i have had the car for a year. The soft suspension is part of why it feels like that
After sales service isn't great with this brand. Parts availability is also horrible. Saying this from many friends who own chery and every little issue is weeks of waiting. One colleague is already waiting 5 weeks so far for a new throttle module. Hopefully this will change once they become more established and have a greater parts base in the country. Until then... Not touching it.
What people want is good quality, reliability and something that will last. What they buy is cheap and looks good.
The dual clutch for odd and even gears is great on the race track and ok for driving across the Nullarbor.
But stop start driving in the city and lots of hill starts not so good.
For that a typical torque converter is far better.
In certain Balkan countries (Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania and Turkey), they sell the Tiggo 7 Pro with the 1.6 engine, but AWD is not available in those countries.
Braaaaa im just waiting for the Tiggo7 Pro Max 5G to come and ill be all up on it also do they sell protective covers for this model?
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I think the fact that you are a bombshell helps a lot with the views. Apart from that you are also funny and a great car reviewer.
Rocking the chic ponytail, the blonde bombshell... But what a great review. Am really looking into buying one of these. Can you do a review on the Omoda C5?
On your thing about the infotainment system.... I have 2 friends who bought the new C Class. A whole million rand C Class. And the android auto doesn't work either. It kept bombing out while they were using its nav and Mercedes couldn't even fix it. They ended up getting rid of it. So even the established premium carmakers have these issues. Just saying.
Mercedes is a luxury pile of shit
@@Johnathan.Doe.The.Third99梅赛德斯奔驰汽车吗？我认为德国车还是很高级的
The safety systems are great as long as you can very easily turn them off if you don't want them and they stay off until you turn them back on
Come for the car review..stay for the road rage..
I love Chery, i love my chery, but the fuel consumption is SO high im thinking about totally trading for another brand. Its killing me!
My tiggo 7 ended up being a lemon endless issues from suspension failure to sporadic airbag lights and the FCW light going on for no reason whilst driving on the highway.
Ah no!!!!!!!! I am so sorry to hear that. It can happen to any car I guess, but just wish it didn't!
@@julietmcguirebut so far in the 2 years that they have been around why aren’t there any JD power quality surveys on these Chinese cars? I really miss the Kingsey report. It was always such a good read.
Was it resolved. Thinking of buying a 8pro
Ok might not want to test drive this car now 🤣 I test drove the Jeacoo J7 today but want to hear your take so hurry into the Jeacoo please.
Great review, thank you!
We watch for you!
Chery from my understanding gets a tax incentive, imported from China,, in house manufacturered cars as well... I might be wrong
A lot of people are hating on these cars because it’s Chinese. Well I say if you choose to be ignorant you’re missing out 🤷♂️
But Juliet, if you were looking to buy a car would you buy one or would you buy a car from the competitors?
I totally agree with your statement. There are a few things that irk me on this particular car, so it wouldn't be my first choice. BUT it might be things that don't bother others.
Agree big time great cars 🚗
Such an amazing review thanks. Such great information and such a well informed host :D,
What's the going price for the Tiggo 7 pro max AWD
Waiting for your TANK review...
Ahhhh the launch is today, but I wasn't able to attend. BUT will get it on test asap
My FIRM Favourite car at the moment ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I can’t get past the idea of calling up your insurance company after a bingle. “Hello, customer service, how can I help”? “Um I was involved in an accident just now, this person came through an intersection and popped my Cherry” 🤦🏻😂🤷♂️
These new Chinese cars are feature packed and look great and I guess if you change your car like you change your phone then great, but what if I want to keep the vehicle for at least 6 or 7 years, will they last that long without too many issues?
Does a 1 Million km warranty ease your concerns?
@@58MikeRedonly on the engine. Everything else still has a 5 year warranty though
Of course buy
Did you record this around the SONA, that would explain the "attack"? 🤣🤣
I have 8 pro and I luv it
When R600k is good value... damn. The Rand has depreciated like a rock 😕
You got good energy and good vibes
Big problem with all Cherys. You can't change a blown headlight at home, it can only be done at a dealer. Bad engineering. It is a big cost for a minor fix that can be done at home with any other car.
Try not having caffeine before you get on camera.
You were all over the place.😂
It was kind of hard to follow.
Keep 'em comin'.
That's quite possibly more than coffee. Cocaine perhaps? No judgements. 😂
please make a review of an Amarok Aventura😍😍😁😁
the consumption is high for a 1.6, i get between 7 and 9 with a 2L asx
Ya, that is a real let down!
But the ASX is a naturally aspirated 2 litre. This 1.6 has more power and torque. So while it is smaller it is more powerful and has more torque.
I wonder at what stage the Chinese government stops the massive export subsidies on these cars and they need to price at levels as everyone else. Perhaps by then, we will have accepted Chinese car brands as a brand on its own.
you mean Chinese govt putting money into your pocket?
I twont be long before some DJ will use that indicator bing bong in track.
Nice to wake up to a new Juliet Video. These Chery's are a real surprise to me. I've always turned my nose up at the thought of them.
But not for the first time, I've been swayed by these reviews.
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Please review the Jaecoo 7
The affordability is eroded by the astronomical fuel consumption
Ya, it is a real let down!
You save at least R100K on initial cost... vs competition... and the fuel difference is righly 2litres per 100km vs competition = R50 per 100km
Now, mathematically, you'll have to drive 200thousands km on the competition to make up the R100K price difference, excl. interest accrued... just saying. The fuel consumption shouldn't much of a factor
I wonder how it is living with a car that has a sunroof in Upington.
Like living in Joburg CBD without doors if that gives you a good idea
HAHAHAHAHAHA @@jacovanwyk46
i think a lot of south african new car prices are 15 to 20 percent overpriced. and the dealer "specials" arent very special.
AWESOME Review 🤗👉💪👍👌✨
Can't agree more 👍✨
I still dont undertsand why are people still doing in KIAs, Hyundais and the Germans and Japanese seriously.
Are we supposed to be the same??
@@kolelegodi6022 of course we are supposed to be together in common sense
Common sense is not common and what is common to you, does not apply to everyone. Good evening
@@kolelegodi6022 yes it is if we all being logical. Good morning
Can you please review JAC T9 Super Lux 4×4?
…我来为你解答一下，以中国汽车市场为例，主流的皮卡车型是长城汽车，长城炮，此外，其余品牌都是无人问津的车型
You can’t seem to get your android phone to work on any car lately😂
🤣🤣🤣 can see you driving in South Africa , the daily routine.
We need a dash cam, 😂😂😂
I wouldn't recommend this car to anyone. While they sell their cars cheaply, which is a good point, they are only reliable for up to 150,000 kilometers. After the warranty expires, purchasing parts for the car becomes more expensive than for a BMW, like Hyundai electric cars, battery is same price as new car
Have you owned or know someone that has experienced owning the new models for that mileage?
Warranty is unlimited 7 years in australia
Cool review . Honest and very much allowed for a human too. I love Chinese cars. L🤣L
Here i was thinking I'm the only annoyed by some of these terrible drivers in SA who never apologize. 😏
Can't wait for the plus version. 😊
Nice
On the technology of engine manufacturing China is still years behind . Everything is covered up by fancy looking plastic and electronic features. Heavy on fuel!
Cope better. Geely has the highest thermal efficiency of any engine. Please stop exposing your ignorance in a public forum!
Don't imagine it
The value can be summed up as build quality.
“How nice am I?” 😂😂😂
Hello dear
I work in Chery company in Iran
. And the cars are of low quality and very expensive. Customers are completely dissatisfied
safety features are iritating... just put a couple of airbags and let me be... I do not need sensors for everything known to man, I have eyes I can look out the window 😂 these kind of cars make more bings and bongs than a Beat Boxer
Pro and pro max sounds off
Selam
Hey Juliet.
I have been silently following you for many years. You're indeed such a talented person (And I mean it).
I sincerely and genuinely like you but on this video, you were way too distracted and what the car was telling you, I think is on point. No exaggeration!
You didn't even finish sentences in most explanations you did in this video.
And getting annoyed with other drivers in the middle of a review just isn't for real, for a real pro of your calibre.
Unfortunately, I am sorry to say that this has to be one of the worst videos you have ever made.
Informality suits your style of presentation many times when you do reviews but I think you take it a little too far other times; this being one of them.
And it's a pity because you're such a talented motor journalist and a cracking beautiful one too.
I have never doubted your talent wherever I have watched you, whether on Ignition TV or here, on this channel.
Please try to be a bit formal and let us have a taste of the "serious-you” sometimes.
I would rather you re-do this review because am a die-hard fan of the Chery Brand of late. I know you can do better if and when you want to.
Am sorry for being honest but it's because I deeply like you that much.
Cheers!
I genuinely appreciate you honesty in this comment and I take all constructive criticism on board. So thank you for that. In general, I am in no way a serious person, so a more serious version of me is a not gonna happen I'm afraid, however, I hear what you say and will certainly keep it in mind. I hope you continue to watch the videos :)
@@julietmcguire
Thank you heartily for responding. I actually didn't think you were going to.
I am honoured and humbled because it's the first time, ever, in my life that a celebrity (and I don't use that term in a derogatory manner but a best possible way to describe you, because you're one) has responded to my comment anywhere.
I always watch your reviews and I will not stop no matter how you disappoint.
There are few female journos around and, as a father of a very aspiring and energetic 12-year daughter, I love so, so much, I always imagine the grown-up version of her doing the same or something different but meaningful to the world.
You (and dare I add Zipphora) are really doing a great job in the South African motor journalism arena and I must say you have a brilliant future in all this.
I always watch from between Malawi and Botswana.
As I wind up this comment, allow me to put a request for an in-depth review of the new JAC T9, should you get that opportunity.
It looks fantastic and has aroused my sleeping weird, new taste for real underdogs, by their real definition.
Thank you, again.
These cars are threat to local domestic made card
In all your videos I noticed that you have a road rage spirit in you and it's nice that you keep it in your car so that you avoid being punched on your face.
The fake exhausts
You should watch your language!
Agro much 😂
00:54 💨💨💨
It is amazing value for money. Imagine the new Honda CRV cost R1 million!! And it isn't even all wheel drive. And is a 1.5. The Honda is not worth R400k more than this. It just isn't.
Depends. That honda will probably still work when we're all dead and gone. Chery reliability is still relatively unknown
@@keeganmcgregor4698 It isn't worth 400k more. The Chery comes with a million km warranty on the engine. And Hondas aren't fault free and they're expensive to maintain.
@SDav21 Sure. There's all likelihood the chery will be fine. However, they are still new and it is a higher gamble betting on the new kid on the block. My mom had a Honda CRV that cleared 450 000 Km, was treated like shit and was still sold running. Maybe in 20 years Chery will be the same. Maybe not. Only time will tell reliability and depreciation
@@keeganmcgregor4698 It takes people buying it for them to prove themselves.
Another car from Wish. Fuel consumption is arguably the single most important factor and a general indication of sophistication which these lack and no amount of gimmicks can make up for it. Not a fan.
get a cheap small car, that will get good fuel consumption. this is a car with 195hp.
My greatgrandpa always told me "listen here son, never trust them Chinese folk" what a wise man he was.
I love Chery, i love my chery, but the fuel consumption is SO high im thinking about totally trading for another brand. Its killing me!