Chery Tiggo 8 Crowned Carwow Car of the Year 2026

Carwow has named the Chery Tiggo 8 its prestigious Car of the Year for 2026, marking a major milestone for the Chinese brand as it continues its rapid rise in the UK market. The seven-seat SUV impressed judges with its versatility, cutting-edge technology, and unbeatable value, redefining expectations for family cars in the hybrid era.

The Tiggo 8 didn’t just take the top prize—it also scooped the Hybrid Hero award, thanks to its plug-in hybrid system offering up to 56 miles of pure-electric range. It's definitely one of the most affordable seven-seat hybrids on sale.

A spacious seven-seater with a posh interior - for an unbelievable price

Here's what Carwow had to say:

"Our car of the year comes from a new entrant to the UK market, but that just makes it all the more impressive. Chery’s first car here proves to be smartly styled, posh inside and roomy enough for the whole family - and with a price tag that makes the European, Japanese or Korean opposition look positively overpriced. There’s a petrol engine or an excellent plug-in hybrid option, loads of standard equipment and a reassuringly long warranty too. Altogether it’s a package any established manufacturer would be pleased to offer - Chery’s nailed it straight away."

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