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Chery Tiggo 9 debuts with Africa’s first live crash test

Adekunle Owolabi by Adekunle Owolabi
August 20, 2025
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Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories

Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories

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Parys – Chery South Africa has unveiled its new Tiggo 9 SUV, loaded with advanced technology and luxury features, during a launch drive to the Vaal, PhotoStories reported. The entry-level model is priced around R835,000, with top-end versions reaching approximately R980,000.

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The launch featured Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years. Two Tiggo 9s collided head-on at 50 km/h with a 50% offset, showcasing airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action, according to PhotoStories.

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PhotoStories described the Tiggo 9 as more than a standard SUV, calling it “a bigger, better cousin of your phone” with space for family and weekend supplies. Every knob, button, and digital screen was designed to offer comfort and convenience, reflecting Chery’s focus on technology, innovation, and real-world safety.

Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
The Chery Tiggo 9 SUV on display during its launch drive to the Vaal, showcasing its advanced technology and luxury features. Photo: PhotoStories
The Chery Tiggo 9 SUV on display during its launch drive to the Vaal, showcasing its advanced technology and luxury features. Photo: PhotoStories
The Chery Tiggo 9 SUV on display during its launch drive to the Vaal, showcasing its advanced technology and luxury features. Photo: PhotoStories
The Chery Tiggo 9 SUV on display during its launch drive to the Vaal, showcasing its advanced technology and luxury features. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories
Two Chery Tiggo 9s collide in Africa’s first live dual-vehicle crash test in 20 years, demonstrating airbags, crumple zones, and safety systems in action. Photo: PhotoStories

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Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi is a journalist, political analyst, and digital strategist with experience across Africa and the Middle East. He focuses on international diplomacy, promotes digital inclusion, and advocates for a borderless Africa.

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