Leveling up choice - Chery launches Tiggo 7 Pro

Those that find purchasing a vehicle, with all the confusing trim levels and variants, daunting may find something to like with Chery.

- INIGO S. ROCES

Earlier this week, the brand marked its first year in the Philippine with the launch of its newest model, the Tiggo 7 Pro. With a naming convention like the latest smartphone, it’s easy to tell that you’re getting the top of the line.

Packed with even more features than the Tiggo 7 Comfort, the Pro levels up not just tech features but comfort and luxury as well.

The Tiggo 7 Pro easily stands out thanks to its European-inspired design. It’s penned by a Briton, Chery’s vice president and global chief of car design, Kevin Rice. He was instrumental in the design of Mazdas, particularly the MX-5, from 1999 to 2005 and with BMW, for the exterior design of the previous 1, 3 and 4 Series.

For the Tiggo 7 Pro, it makes a statement with its big, bold grille and slim LED headlamps. The fog lamps and daytime running lights (DRLs) are all LED as well. The cabin features a floating roof effect achieved by black wrap-around rear pillars. Behind is a red strip that connects the taillights, chrome-tipped dual tailpipes, and a rear spoiler. It rolls on large 18-inch alloy wheels with comfort-oriented 225/60R18 tires.