Armoured Mobility Unveils South Africa's First Armoured Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid
- iloveza.com, South Africa - 20 May 2026, 12:00

... Armoured Mobility has reached a major milestone in the evolution of secure mobility, successfully armouring South Africa's first Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid with its premium B4 discreet protection package. This build represents a shift in how the industry approaches the future, where sustainability, advanced vehicle technology, and personal security are no longer separate considerations, but part of a single, ...
INTERVIEW | Five questions with Chery South Africa CEO Tony Liu
- TimesLIVE, South Africa - 19 May 2026, 17:00

... Tony Liu says Chery's competitiveness comes from listening to South African customers and delivering products that meet their needs. (Chery) For decades, South Africa's passenger car market has been dominated by legacy brands, but a changing consumer landscape may be reshaping the pecking order. After Chery Group (Chery, Jetour, Omoda & Jaecoo) outsold Volkswagen Group locally for the first time ...
Chery South Africa announces Tiggo 4 Pro LiT winner in Mamelodi Sundowns supporter competition
- Automotive Business Review, South Africa - 18 May 2026, 21:00

... Sundowns as the club's Official Vehicle Partner, celebrating supporters who attend the club's home matches. The handover highlights Chery's ongoing commitment to creating meaningful supporter experiences through its partnership with one of South Africa's most successful football clubs. Chery South Africa has handed over a brand-new Tiggo 4 Pro LiT to Mamelodi Sundowns supporter Mbulaheni Simethi, who was named the ...
Chery posts strongest monthly sales in South Africa as Tiggo 4 Pro drives growth
- Sunday World, South Africa - 6 May 2026, 22:00

... units. Growing brand appeal Jay Jay Botes, general manager for Chery South Africa, said the results highlighted the growing appeal of the brand among local consumers. "April was an excellent month for Chery South Africa, with nearly 2,500 vehicles sold last month. It's a clear reflection of the strength of our Tiggo range," said Botes. The latest sales figures also ...
New Chery 'Land Rover' brand on the cards for South Africa
- TopAuto, South Africa - 4 May 2026, 22:00

... Chery has officially unveiled Freelander, a new car brand that is almost certainly coming to South Africa. TopAuto recently attended the carmaker's annual international business summit in Wuhu, China, where it announced all of its new products for the upcoming year. One of the headline announcements of this year's event is Freelander, a new car brand developed in collaboration between ...
From start line to driver's seat: Chery South Africa ups the stakes at the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K
- MyPR, South Africa - 4 May 2026, 13:00

... One lucky runner will celebrate the 9th running of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K on Sunday, 12 July 2026, by driving home in a brand-new Chery vehicle valued at R279 900. As the proud Vehicle Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since 2022, Chery South Africa has already rewarded eighteen fortunate participants with vehicles. The most ...
Chery KP31 bakkie set for South Africa with diesel plug-in hybrid to rival Hilux and Ranger
- IOL, South Africa - 4 May 2026, 08:00

... targeted directly at the current offerings in South Africa. Off-road and drivetrain Still unconfirmed but expect a four-wheel drive system, low-range transfer case, front, centre and rear differential locks and multiple terrain modes. There were three prototypes parked at the Chery test track in Wuhu fitted with P3X number plates with a pair of them having been kitted out with ...
The Chery Q EV is coming to South Africa to disrupt the cheap electric car market
- IOL, South Africa - 30 April 2026, 18:00

... Chery is preparing to launch its first battery electric vehicle (BEV) in South Africa, and if they get their sums correct, the Chinese manufacturer is aiming to make it the cheapest in the country. Shown at the Beijing Auto Show, it will be sold locally as the Q rather than QQ. The hatchback marks a clean break from the original ...
Chery Q set to become South Africa's cheapest all-electric car
- The Citizen, South Africa - 29 April 2026, 12:00

... Soon to become its first dedicated all-electric vehicle (EV) in South Africa, Chery provided the local media with a first official taste of the incoming Q. The flagship of the so-called Q family of small EVs in China, the newcomer will simply be called Q in South Africa and not QQ3 as in its home market. More crucially, local Chery ...
Inside iCaur: Chery's new EV brand set for South Africa
- Bizcommunity.com, South Africa - 21 April 2026, 12:00

... The Chery Group is set to launch a new car brand in South Africa soon, adding to its growing list of companies operating under its umbrella in the country. 21 Apr 2026 21 Apr 2026 Hans Greyling, iCaur GM Given the current landscape and all the intricacies that shape the current automotive sector locally and abroad, the Chery Group's reach ...
Africa key to GAC, JMC plans
- Financial Mail, South Africa - 25 May 2026, 11:00

... threat to impose import duty penalties on brands, mainly Chinese, accused of dumping new vehicles in South Africa could encourage the process, but there is little sign of it yet. Other Chinese companies have announced standalone assembly plants. BAIC has a plant near Gqeberha and Chery is about to take over the Nissan plant in Rosslyn, Tshwane. GAC initially concentrated ...
Good news for South Africans buying a new car
- Daily Investor, South Africa - 23 May 2026, 10:00

... improve its bottom line is increased competition from affordable Chinese cars in South Africa. South Africa's new vehicle market grew 15.7% in the 2025 calendar year, driven by the aggressive rise of competitively priced Chinese brands. Brands like Chery, GWM, Haval, Jetour, BYD, and Omoda have captured significant market share through attractive pricing and compelling finance offerings. These cars are ...
Sedan vs SUV - what's the best family car for South Africans?
- Cars.co.za, South Africa - 23 May 2026, 07:00

... you may think. Space vs ride height: What SA families actually need SA's bestselling passenger car last month was a . crossover. From the Ford EcoSport to the Chery Tiggo Cross - and the countless clones in between - a compact SUV's strongest appeal is its increased ride height. Objectively, that helps with navigating South Africa's heavily potholed roads and ...
Premium Feel Without The Premium Price Tag
- Auto Trader, South Africa - 22 May 2026, 21:00

... feel without the premium price tag. Chad Luckhoff22 May 2026 * 16:469 min read 1 / 30 View grid The Chinese automotive offensive in South Africa is no longer just about flogging affordable runarounds to budget-conscious buyers. This is a full-blown coup d'etat on the luxury segment now. Enter the Chery Tiggo 9, the brand's latest three-row flagship offering designed ...
Most popular crossovers under R400,000 in South Africa
- TopAuto, South Africa - 22 May 2026, 14:00

... Besides bakkies and hatchbacks, crossover SUVs are some of the most popular passenger car options for South Africa's car buyers, especially those that offer good value for money. The most popular choice last month was the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, which saw 1,871 units leave showroom floors nationwide, battling the VW Polo Vivo for a spot in the top three ...
Chery customer's five-month wait raises questions over SA support network
- Business Day, South Africa - 21 May 2026, 10:00

... Chery has become one of the fastest growing car brands since its return to South Africa in 2021, as part of a fast-expanding influx of low-cost, highly-specced vehicles from China. Disrupting a market long dominated by legacy brands, affordable Chinese imports enable many buyers to buy a new vehicle at prices once associated with the used market, leading to marques ...
Geely to launch first petrol model in South Africa, targets 10-vehicle lineup
- Bizcommunity.com, South Africa - 21 May 2026, 08:00

... that's going to take on the likes of Chery, VW, Suzuki or Toyota, which are all still very much ICE units, we do need to have one or two offerings in that range as well," he said. NEV adoption in South Africa remains limited due to high prices and patchy charging infrastructure in smaller towns. Despite that, Geely has seen ...
iCaur V23 (2026) Review
- Cars.co.za, South Africa - 21 May 2026, 07:00

... The Chinese automotive expansion in South Africa continues at a blistering pace, and the Chery Group is the latest to target the lifestyle vehicle market. It's placed its new iCaur brand at the centre of the affordable, pure-electric market . and you won't mistake the V23 for anything else. We like: Striking, retro-futuristic exterior styling; V23 offers a spacious cabin ...
New iCAUR 03T in South Africa - Pricing revealed
- TopAuto, South Africa - 20 May 2026, 14:00

... The pricing for the new iCAUR 03T has been revealed ahead of its imminent launch in South Africa. iCAUR is the latest car brand to emerge from the Chery Group, joining the ranks alongside Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, Jetour, and Lepas. In contrast to its sister brands, iCAUR specializes in new-energy SUVs with boxy retro-styling. Its first vehicle is the 03T, ...
When the Engine Goes: What Drivers Should Think About Before Replacing It
- MyPR, South Africa - 20 May 2026, 13:00

... that led to recalls, and replacement engines came up in big numbers for affected vehicles. Newer units have addressed these problems, but high-mileage examples still need attention. Chery Engines and Haval Engines have grown in market share fast across South Africa over the past few years. Owners of older Chery models who want to keep their cars running often look ...