Carloha Nigeria unveils Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV, deepens sustainable mobility push

Carloha Nigeria, the authorised importer and franchise holder of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has launched the Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), strengthening its commitment to sustainable mobility solutions and expanding the range of electrified vehicles available to consumers.

The vehicle, which combines electric and petrol-powered driving, was unveiled at Carloha Nigeria’s showroom in Alapere, Lagos. Company executives said the model is expected to offer improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions and an extended driving range compared to conventional internal combustion engine vehicles.

Speaking at the launch, Hai Wei, managing director of Chery Central Africa, described Nigeria as a strategic market for the brand’s expansion plans in Africa, citing the country’s large population and growing demand for advanced mobility solutions.

“It is my pleasure to be in Nigeria today for the official unveiling of the Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV. Nigeria remains a strategically important market for Chery and a key pillar of our growth ambitions across Africa,” Wei said, adding that the company intends to continue investing in the country’s automotive sector.

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The Tiggo 9 PHEV, Chery’s flagship hybrid SUV, features advanced driver-assistance technologies, safety systems and connectivity features aimed at the premium sport utility vehicle segment.

Joseph Omokhapue, sales director of Carloha Nigeria, said the model was designed to meet changing consumer preferences for vehicles that combine performance, comfort and fuel efficiency.

According to Omokhapue, the launch forms part of the company’s efforts to align with global automotive trends while broadening access to newer vehicle technologies in Nigeria.

Carloha also highlighted its after-sales support programme, CarlohaCare 6-6-7, which includes scheduled vehicle servicing, warranty coverage and repair services aimed at improving the ownership experience for customers.

Dexter Li, marketing director, Carloha Nigeria, reiterated that the launch demonstrated the company’s commitment to a smarter and more sustainable future of mobility.

“The Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV represents the future of intelligent mobility. This launch is more than unveiling a new vehicle; it is about showcasing a smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable way to travel without compromising luxury, performance, or practicality,” Li said.

The event also featured demonstrations of Chery’s artificial intelligence and robotics technologies, including a humanoid robot known as ‘Kemi’ and a robotic dog, which were used to present the vehicle during the unveiling ceremony.

Beyond the Tiggo 9 PHEV launch, Carloha announced plans to introduce Chery Q, Chery Automobile’s new energy vehicle brand, into the Nigerian market. The company said the brand would focus on electric vehicles equipped with smart connectivity and advanced battery technologies.

The launch of the Tiggo 9 PHEV adds to the increasing number of hybrid and electric vehicle models being introduced into Nigeria’s automotive market as manufacturers seek to capture emerging demand for alternative mobility solutions.