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Long-term test! Chery Tiggo 8 2026 review Australia: Ultimate Super Hybrid | The best 7-seat PHEV?

In this video CarsGuide journalist Laura Berry concludes her long-term test of the 2026 Chery Tiggo 8 Ultimate Super Hybrid. This plug-in hybrid SUV offers a 1.5-litre turbo engine paired with an electric motor and an 18.3kWh battery. We evaluate the flagship Ultimate grade to see how it competes with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and BYD Sealion 6. The review examines the exterior design and the seven-seat cabin layout, including the 15.6-inch multimedia screen and Sony audio system. We test real-world practicality for Australian families through boot space measurements and third-row access. Driving impressions focus on the electric driving range of 95km and how the front-wheel-drive system handles urban commutes and holiday road trips. Value remains a primary focus with a drive-away price under $50,000 and a seven-year warranty. Laura highlights the fuel efficiency of the Super Hybrid system and common ownership quirks. This comprehensive video provides the essential facts for buyers deciding between this high-spec hybrid and established rivals in the large SUV segment. #Chery #Tiggo8 #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Like 1 - Price 01:08 Like 2 - Efficiency 02:31 Dislike 1 - Gear shifter 03:10 Dislike 2 - Seat height 03:36 Dislike 3 - Seatbelt requirement 04:25 Like 3 - Driving 04:51 Like 4 - Powertrain *JW HERE* 05:21 Dislike 4 - Traction 05:47 Dislike 5 - Sunroof 05:55 Like 5 - Sunblind 06:08 Like 6 - Features 06:47 Dislike 6 - No driver massage 07:02 Like 7 - Practicality 07:47 Dislike 7 - Touch controls 08:08 Like 8 - Design 08:27 Verdict -- Read Laura’s full review: https://bit.ly/4dGb29H Check out our Chery Tiggo 8 hub: https://bit.ly/42ADt2G Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/4csUz8E Visit our family guide: https://bit.ly/4chTlNF -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au