Chery Auto PH sales skyrocket by 216% in Q1

MANILA: Chery Auto Philippines recorded a whopping 216% increase in sales in the first quarter of 2021 versus the same period last year.

This sales figure is even better than the brand’s 162% sales increase in July 2020 when the government first eased the community quarantine category from enhanced community quarantine to modified enhanced community quarantine.

Chery said in a release that the sales growth rate indicates the strong demand for Chery’s lineup of crossovers which include the subcompact Tiggo 2 and Tiggo 5x, the all-new compact turbocharged Tiggo 7 Pro, and the midsize seven-seater turbocharged Tiggo 8.

The entry-level Tiggo 2 remains to be Chery’s best-selling model as it offers various features which can be enjoyed for a very affordable price of P695,000. The all-new Tiggo 7 Pro, which was launched last January, has also significantly contributed to the brand’s sales figure.

In spite of the new safeguard duties, Chery Auto Philippines decided to stick to its old pricing through March and April. It also continued to expand its dealership network amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, there are 18 full-service Chery dealerships nationwide—unprecedented for a new brand that just started less than two years ago.

In a statement, Chery Auto Philippines President Rommel Sytin said, “We are proud to offer the exact models that Filipino car buyers are looking for, especially in these times. People need reliable, safe yet affordable mobility and we have the right mix of value-packed models with luxury, comfort, and safety features to suit any requirement or budget.”

The best-selling Tiggo 2 subcompact crossovers now comes in striking two-tone colors with black roof and pillars. It is motivated by a Euro 5-compliant 1.5-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT engine. The Tiggo 2 is available in manual (P695,000) and automatic (P770,000) variants.

For customers who are looking for higher specs, Chery offers the Tiggo 5x subcompact crossover that comes with the same powertrain as the Tiggo 2’s. It comes in manual (P818,000) and automatic (P860,000) variants. Its top trim, the Tiggo 5x Luxury variant (P950,000), is equipped with a sunroof and additional comfort and convenience features.

The all-new Tiggo 7 Pro is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine that generates 145hp and 210Nm of torque. Its powertrain is coupled to an automatic transmission. The Tiggo 7 Pro comes with a 1.1-sqm panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch touchscreen display with 360-degree view monitoring, and Apple CarPlay and Mirrorlink Connectivity. To enhance the convenience and safety inside the cabin, the vehicle is also equipped with a wireless mobile charger, Autohold with electronic parking brake (EPB), automatic tailgate opening, and surround airbags. The Tiggo 7 Pro is priced at P1.198 million.

The seven-seater Tiggo 8 is best known for its premium build quality and luxury features. It is the first smartwatch-controlled vehicle in the country. The Tiggo 8 is motivated by a turbo 1.5-liter engine mated to an automatic transmission. The base variant is priced at P1,28 million, while the Tiggo 8 Luxury EX variant can be driven home for P1.34 million.

Aside from its well-crafted Tiggo lineup, Chery also offers a first-class customer service through its EC Mobile Home Service, wherein a fully trained and health protocol-compliant service crew is sent to the customer’s home to perform maintenance and repairs on any Chery model.

Every purchase of any Chery model comes with a 10-year or one million-km engine warranty, five-year general warranty, three-year roadside assistance, and a free full preventive maintenance service (PMS) for three years.

To learn more about the Chery automobiles and services, like the official Facebook page of Chery Auto Philippines and follow @cheryautophilippines on Instagram. For inquiries, call the 24/7 Chery Auto Philippines hotline at 0917 552 4379 or send an email to chery@uaagi.com.

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