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Chery secured 6.7% of the passenger-car market in August, continuing its steady rise through the local sales rankings Chery sold 2,763 passenger vehicles in August 2026, placing the brand fourth in the market. August volumes were 22.4% higher than the 2,258 units recorded in January. The Tiggo 4 Pro led the range with 2,297 sales during the month.

Exclusive dark-themed exterior and interior details give the Tiggo 7 Distinction a more assertive appearance. A six-speed dual-clutch transmission replaces the previous continuously variable transmission. The upgraded specification includes seven airbags, dual 12.3-inch displays, rear privacy glass and a power tailgate.

Chery is inviting South Africans to help name its new bakkie ahead of its local launch. The winning entrant will receive R100,000 towards any Chery vehicle and could travel to China in October. The chosen name will be revealed on Media Day at the Festival of Motoring and become part of Chery’s legacy in South Africa.

Chery South Africa is strengthening the value proposition of its Tiggo 8 lineup with the recent introduction of the Tiggo 8 Pro LS, which replaces the Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive+ in the local range. The new derivative has been developed to give customers more of the features they expect from a modern family SUV, while retaining the competitive positioning that has helped make the Tiggo 8 range an appealing option in the local market.

Chery South Africa will introduce the fully electric Chery Q at the beginning of September, with pricing starting at R350 000.