Chery TIGGO Family Adds Another Million-Unit Model: Entering the “Four-Model Chapter” of Global Export Leadership

In January 2025, Chery Group kicked off the year with impressive monthly sales of 224,323 units, marking a 10.3% year-on-year increase. Riding on this momentum of a strong start, the Chery TIGGO family continued its robust growth, achieving yet another significant milestone: the export sales of its popular urban SUV model, TIGGO 4, surpassed one million units. This achievement officially established the Chery TIGGO family as a formidable force with four million-unit export models: TIGGO 2, TIGGO 7, TIGGO 8, and TIGGO 4.

TIGGO Lineup: The Million-Unit Family Conquers Global Markets

Reflecting on the Chery TIGGO family’s overseas journey, TIGGO 2 was the first model to break the million-unit export mark. Known for its compact size, flexibility, and economical practicality, TIGGO 2 meets the urban commuting needs of many consumers. It has successfully entered numerous countries and regions across South America, North America, Asia, and Africa, becoming the top choice for a new generation of trendy travelers worldwide. On February 29, 2024, the one millionth TIGGO 2 rolled off the production line, marking the beginning of the TIGGO family’s million-unit relay.

Following closely was TIGGO 8, a high-end intelligent business SUV, which achieved its one-millionth unit production in October of the same year. From a market perspective, multiple models of the Chery TIGGO 8 series continue to perform well in markets such as Brazil, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa. In South Africa, the Chery TIGGO 8 PRO MAX was chosen as the “Vehicle for Head of State” during the BRICS Summit, and TIGGO 8 PRO ranked third among the best-selling SUVs in the country. In Brazil, TIGGO 8 has been widely acclaimed since its market entry in 2020, earning recognition from numerous authoritative organizations and consumers. It has also been selected as one of the presidential reception vehicles and government procurement vehicles.

The third million-unit model in the TIGGO family, TIGGO 7, is a champion model renowned for its excellent performance and outstanding quality. It has earned the 2024 Australasian ANCAP 5-Star Safety Rating, topped the 2024 J.D. Power New Car Appeal Index, and ranked first in new car quality. Additionally, it has led the export volume list of Chinese brand A-class SUVs for three consecutive years. On November 1, 2024, the one-millionth TIGGO 7 set sail from Wuhu Port, China. This model, celebrated for both its quality and sales, has officially joined the ranks of million-unit models and is now successfully sold in over 80 countries and regions worldwide.

TIGGO 4: The Newest Member of the Million-Unit Club

The latest addition to the million-unit club, TIGGO 4, continues to embody Chery’s “global” concept, advancing the value standards of SUVs with three core advantages: “advanced safety, cross-border fashion, and superior experience.” Its exceptional product strength has garnered the support of young consumers in numerous countries and regions, contributing to 20% of Chery’s international brand sales.

With globally recognized quality and strength, the Chery TIGGO 4 series continues to rise in sales and has earned numerous prestigious awards. It won the “2024 Top Gear Best Improvement Award” in South Africa, the “FORWOT 2024 Best Car Award” in Indonesia, and achieved the Australian ANCAP five-star safety rating for its comprehensive safety performance. These accolades not only highlight the high quality of TIGGO 4 but also underscore its continuous progress in the global market.

As a key Chinese automobile export hub, Dalian Port achieved a breakthrough of 100,000 units in automobile exports in 2023, with international ro-ro routes extending to Eastern Europe, Mongolia, Europe, and the Americas. With the one millionth new car rolling off the line, TIGGO 4 will celebrate its million-unit milestone in Dalian, China, the core hub of Northeast Asia. In less than a year, the Tiggo family has achieved a remarkable feat, with four models reaching one million export units each, once again proving the strong market appeal of “Technology-driven Chery.” In the future, the TIGGO family will continue to provide global users with an enhanced travel experience through excellent quality and advanced technology.

About Chery

Founded in 1997, Chery Group operates in over 100 countries and regions worldwide and has remained the top Chinese passenger car exporter for 22 consecutive years. In the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list, Chery Group ranked 385th. Chery was also one of three Chinese automakers to be listed in the “2024 China ESG Impact List” published by Fortune.

In 2024, Chery achieved a major milestone with its annual revenue surpassing 480 billion yuan for the first time, marking a year-on-year increase of over 50%. The company’s sales volume also saw a substantial rise, exceeding 2.6 million units, a 38.4% surge compared to the previous year. Additionally, Chery’s annual exports reached over 1.14 million units, reflecting a 21.4% year-on-year growth. Notably, the sales of Chery’s new energy vehicles soared to 583,569 units, a remarkable year-on-year increase of 232.7%, making it a frontrunner among mainstream automakers in terms of growth rate. Chery stands out as the only automaker globally to have achieved comprehensive growth across all four key segments: new energy vehicles, fuel vehicles, overseas exports, and the domestic market. Today, Chery boasts a global user base of 15.72 million, with its vehicles being sold in more than 110 countries and regions. The company has also maintained its position as the top Chinese brand in passenger car exports for 22 consecutive years.

Chery’s export product lineup includes TIGGO, Arrizo, and eQ series, covering mainstream powertrains such as ICE, BEV, and PHEV. With a brand core focused on “Green, Technology, Family, and Companionship,” Chery remains committed to a green and low-carbon strategic direction, accelerating its presence in new fields such as new energy, intelligent connectivity, shared mobility, platforms, and ecosystems.

Chery is actively engaged in public welfare, participating in various global initiatives such as environmental protection, targeted poverty alleviation, and educational donations. For instance, Chery donated $6 million to support UNICEF’s “Global Education Thematic Programme,” demonstrating its commitment to fulfilling the social responsibilities of a Chinese brand in the international community.

Chery has been honored five times as one of the “Top 20 Best Overseas Image Enterprises” by SASAC and CICG. In the 2024 Kantar BrandZ Top 50 Chinese Global Brand Builders report, Chery was ranked first in the automotive category. Chery once again secured the top spot for the highest-ranked domestic brand in J.D. Power’s 2024 China Initial Quality Study (IQS), marking the brand’s third major achievement in 2024, following its first-place rankings in the China Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) and the China Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) studies.