Updated Chery Tiggo 9 revealed ahead of Beijing show with major cabin upgrade
Chery has revealed a heavily updated Tiggo 9 large SUV ahead of the Beijing auto show, bringing a massive 30-inch screen, revised styling and more power - and it likely previews a coming Jaecoo J8 update for Australia.
Shane Riley
Key takeaways
- Updated Chery Tiggo 9 revealed ahead of Beijing auto show with major cabin overhaul
- Massive 30-inch 6K touchscreen replaces dual 12.3-inch screens inside
- Petrol engine bumped to 192kW/400Nm; likely previews Jaecoo J8 update for Australia
Chery has revealed a significantly updated Tiggo 9 large SUV ahead of the Beijing auto show and the changes go well beyond a simple facelift. A new exterior, a dramatically different interior and a power bump make this one of the more substantial mid-cycle updates in the segment. Australian buyers should also take note - the Chinese-market Tiggo 9 shares its architecture with the Jaecoo J8 making this update a likely preview of what's coming locally.
What's new on the 2026 Chery Tiggo 9
Outside the update brings a revised grille with vertical slots, a new LED headlight signature and a full-width rear light bar. It's a sharper, more cohesive look than the outgoing car.
Inside is the real story. The twin 12.3-inch screens are gone, replaced by a single 30-inch 6K ultra-high-definition display that spans the full width of the dashboard and spills into the passenger's space. It runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8255 chip - the same silicon found in flagship smartphones. A new steering wheel design and up to 23 speakers complete the cabin overhaul.
Luxury features include 256-colour ambient lighting, a fragrance system and an upgraded front passenger seat with full recline and an extending leg rest.
2026 Chery Tiggo 9 specs
| Spec | Detail |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbo petrol |
| Power | 192kW (+9kW vs current Jaecoo J8) |
| Torque | 400Nm (+15Nm vs current Jaecoo J8) |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT or 8-speed auto |
| Drive | FWD or AWD |
| Seating | 5 or 7 seats |
A PHEV variant with a 1.5-litre turbo engine is expected to follow at a later date but wasn't detailed at this reveal.
What it means for Australian buyers
In Australia, the Chery Tiggo 9 launched late in 2025 as a PHEV seven-seater while the Jaecoo J8 arrived mid-year with petrol power and five seats only. Both compete in a rapidly expanding segment alongside the BYD Sealion 8 and Mitsubishi Outlander.
Omoda Jaecoo Australia hasn't confirmed local availability, noting the model only launched in Beijing on April 22. But given the shared platform, a Jaecoo-badged version of this update arriving in Australia within the next 12 months would be no surprise.
Frequently asked questions
Is the updated Chery Tiggo 9 coming to Australia?
No Australian launch has been confirmed. Omoda Jaecoo Australia says there are no firm plans following the Beijing reveal on April 22, 2026.
What is the big interior change on the updated Chery Tiggo 9?
The standout upgrade is a 30-inch 6K touchscreen replacing the previous dual 12.3-inch setup, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8255 chip.
Will the updated Chery Tiggo 9 get a PHEV variant?
A PHEV version is expected but hasn't been detailed yet. The Australian-market Tiggo 9 is currently only offered with PHEV power, so a next-gen PHEV option seems likely to follow.
