Chery is adding hybrid powertrains to its Australian line-up, offering fleet buyers more choice as they work to reduce vehicle emissions and meet sustainability targets. Launching in July, the Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) system will debut in updated versions of the TIGGO 7 and TIGGO 8 SUVs.
This marks the brand’s first hybrid offering in Australia, with a focus on practical efficiency and low emissions that will appeal to both user-chooser and tool-of-trade fleets looking for alternatives to conventional internal combustion vehicles.
“The launch of our Super Hybrid technology in Australia marks a major milestone in Chery’s new energy journey,” said Lucas Harris, Chief Operating Officer, Chery Australia. “Australian drivers can now experience the next generation of hybrid performance—where innovation meets real-world practicality.”
The CSH system pairs a fifth-generation 1.5-litre turbocharged hybrid engine with a stepless Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT), delivering a smooth and powerful drive. Chery claims a segment-leading 44.5% thermal efficiency from the petrol engine, and a total driving range of over 1,200 km.
For urban trips or zero-emissions zones, the hybrid system includes an 18.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate blade battery that provides more than 90 km of pure electric driving. Fast DC charging is supported, with the ability to charge from 30% to 80% in just 19 minutes—making it viable for fleets with tight schedules or rotating shifts.
For Fleet Managers under pressure to decarbonise light vehicle operations, the arrival of Chery’s hybrid SUVs adds a new option at what is expected to be a competitive price point. The addition of plug-in hybrid capability may also appeal to organisations that want to transition towards electric vehicles but require the flexibility of a longer driving range.
Further details on pricing, specifications, and fleet programs are expected closer to the July launch.
