Engine Capacity Rating
1.5 L - 2 L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
257 bhp
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
7 Seater
Engine Assembly
1.5 L - 2 L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
257 bhp
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
7 Seater
Engine Torque Output
400 Nm
Engine Capacity Rating
1.5 L - 2 L
Acceleration Performance
7.9 sec
Drivetrain Type
All Wheel Drive
cylinders
4
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The 2026 Chery Tiggo 9 is a three-row family SUV that brings genuine seven-seat practicality and a feature-rich cabin to the mid-size segment — positioned as Chery's flagship SUV for buyers who want European-adjacent comfort at a Chinese-brand price. Prices start from AED 120,000.
The entry 2.0T I4 Comfort 4WD runs a 1.5 L turbocharged petrol engine producing 257 bhp, paired with an Automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive — a solid all-rounder for families and highway cruising. At the top of the range, the 1.5TC+E PHEV 4WD at AED 172,000 adds a plug-in hybrid powertrain, giving buyers meaningful electric-only range for urban commutes alongside the flexibility of a full petrol engine for longer trips — a meaningful step up for running-cost-conscious buyers. The range is competitive on fuel efficiency for its class, though Chery does not publish a single combined figure for the UAE market.
Pros: the Tiggo 9 punches well above its price bracket on interior quality — large panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and a wide digital dashboard are standard fitment on most trims, not reserved for the top spec. Seven-seat capacity with 7 full positions and reasonable third-row legroom for a class where many rivals squeeze passengers in. The PHEV variant at AED 172,000 is notably cheaper than European PHEV SUVs with comparable outputs. Cons: Chery's dealer and service network in the UAE is still maturing relative to established Japanese and Korean rivals, which may weigh on long-term ownership confidence. Resale values are not yet as predictable as those of Toyota or Hyundai in this segment. The third row is best suited to children or shorter adults on longer journeys.
The Tiggo 9 is a relatively recent entrant in the UAE market and tracked resale data is still developing — qualitative evidence suggests it holds value reasonably well for a Chinese-brand SUV, helped by the PHEV variant's appeal, but buyers should factor in some uncertainty versus more established nameplates.
Buyers cross-shopping the Tiggo 9 typically also consider the Haval H9, Geely Monjaro, and JAC JS8 — all Chinese-brand three-row or large SUVs in a similar price bracket where the Tiggo 9 competes on interior refinement and the PHEV option, while the H9 holds an edge on off-road credibility and the Monjaro on brand recognition in some markets.