Review: Chery Tiggo 8 pro Max Vs Haval H6

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By Tshikororo Nyandano

The Tiggo 8 Pro and Haval H6 are bringing the fight to nemeses from Germany, Japan, France and South Korea – and in impressive fashion. Manufacturers like Haval, positioned as the upmarket end of GWM, have set local sales ablaze. And the latest wares from Chery, the latter vehicle represents the highest tier in its range, while H6 has a flagship in the form of the Super Luxury grade.

The Haval H6

The Haval H6 is a compact crossover SUV produced under the Haval marquee by the Chinese manufacturer Great Wall Motor at the Shanghai Auto Show in 2011, produced with both front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive drive train It is the successor of the Great Wall Pegasus.

The new Haval H6 Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) is not exactly an affordable option, but it is powerful and feature- packed with a blend of coupe-inspired design merged with the practical accolades of a Morden SUV. Its hybrid system pair a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine with an electric motor to offer system outputs of 179kW and 530Nm, and it claims a fuel consumption figure of 5.2 litres per 100km (versus 7.4 l / 100km for the standard H6 1.5 T) with the 121g/km CO2 combined.

• The HEV is equipped with class-leading Hybrid technology that ensures ongoing progression beyond just mobility.
• The H6 Hybrid sports a sophisticated new look. With a spider web grille, unique cut-outs beneath the headlights, new door trims, and a panoramic sunroof, the All-New HAVAL H6 HEV is the stylish green fashion accessory you need.
• From the power-adjustable, heated front seats beneath the spectacular panoramic sunroof, it’s impossible to deny that the HAVAL H6 HEV offers unparalleled comfort to both drivers and passengers.
• The HAVAL H6 HEV boasts an intelligent suite of safety features, so you can spend more time enjoying the journey. Drive with confidence with 7 Airbags, 360-degree camera, Automatic Parking with Reverse Memory Assistance, Intelligent Dodge, Rear Collision Warning, automatic Emergency Braking, and Blind Spot Detection.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

Conversely the Tiggo invites you in with a blend of warm, toffee hues, sumptuous upholstery with quilted stiching superior seat padding and front head-restraints with folding outer sections, Tiggo 8 Pro models are equipped with a 1.6T GDI Engine + 7DCT transmission with a maximum power of 145kW and 290Nm of torque.Both Tiggo 8 Pro models are equipped with a 1.6T GDI Engine + 7DCT transmission with a maximum power of 145kW and 290Nm of torque.

It is designed by some world’s leading cars stylists; the Tiggo 8 Pro is vivid expression of grace and power right the way from tiger-like front face and starry-night grille to the penetrating beltline that runs all the way to the back of the car.

• The Tiggo 8 Pro’s aluminium alloy one-piece load-bearing roof rack supports a load of up to 80kg, just in case the spacious interior storage isn’t enough.
• With a 1.96m2 skylight (both panels), the Tiggo 8 Pro gives passengers a truly panoramic view of the sky, whether they’re watching clouds, stars or skyscrapers.
• The Tiggo 8 Pro’s seat cushions are designed with lumber-supporting wrap-around thickened side wings to hug occupants around the hips and waist for greater comfort, as well as aviation style seat headrests for a touch of jet-set class. 
• The Tiggo 8 Pro’s EPS (Electronic Power Steering) enables light steering at a low speed and stable steering at a high speed to deliver increased fuel efficiency compared with hydraulic power systems
• The Tiggo 8 Pro’s engine starts and stops automatically to reduce emissions and reduce fuel consumption.

Price

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI Executive has a South African price of R546,900.

Included in the price are a 5-year/150,000km general warranty, a 5-year/60,000km service plan, 5-year comprehensive roadside assistance, and a 10-year/1,000,000km engine warranty that is valid for the original owner of the vehicle.

The Haval H6 2.0T 4WD Super Luxury has a South African price of R529,900.

Along with this you get a 5-year/100,000km warranty, a 5-year/60,000km service plan, and 5-year AA roadside assistance.