Along with the Omoda 5 EV that has already been confirmed for 2024, these vehicles will join the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro. There is currently no information available regarding whether all three new models will be entirely imported (CBU) or domestically constructed (CKD) in Malaysia at Sime Darby's Inokom facility in Kulim, Kedah.
Chery Omoda 9
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A five-seat C-segment SUV developed on the company's M3X platform, the Omoda 9 is also known as the Exeed RX (or Yaoguang). The Omoda 9's specifications, as provided to us, are as follows:
- Length: 4,775 mm
- Width: 1,920 mm
- Height: 1,671 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,800 mm
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol
- Engine output: 249 PS (245 hp or 183 kW) and 385 Nm
- Transmission: Seven-speed dual-clutch: FWD
- Top speed: 200 km/h
Chery Jaecoo 7
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The next brand is Jaecoo, which is also an export brand owned by Chery. The Jaecoo 7 (also known as the Tansuo 06) is marketed for admirers of the tough SUV aesthetic and has an interior with a 14.8-inch vertical touchscreen and a distinctive lighting signature that resembles pixels. The five-seat Jaecoo 7 has the following specifications:
- Length: 4,500 mm
- Width: 1,865 mm
- Height: 1,680 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,650 mm
- Engine: 1.6 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol
- Engine output: 186 PS (183 hp or 136.5 kW) and 275 Nm
- Transmission: Seven-speed dual-clutch: FWD
- Top speed: 210 km/h
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Chery Jaecoo 8
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The Jaecoo 8, an SUV that is larger than the Omoda 9 and constructed on Chery's T1X platform, is the final vehicle in the group. In China, this model, also known as the Tiggo 9, sits atop the Tiggo 8 and comes with either two or three rows of seats.
The interior exudes a Mercedes-Benz vibe, while the exterior features a big grille and retractable door handles. AEB, 10 airbags, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 14-speaker audio system, and powered seats are among the features. Regarding the requirements, they are as follows:
- Length: 4,815 mm
- Width: 1,924 mm
- Height: 1,710 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,800 mm
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol
- Engine output: 249 PS (245 hp or 183 kW) and 385 Nm
- Transmission: Seven-speed dual-clutch: FWD
- Top speed: 200 km/h
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Which of the four next Chery models—the Omoda 5 EV, Jaecoo 7, Jaecoo 8, and Omoda 9—do you find most appealing? Please share your opinions in the section below .
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