Everything you need to know about towing with the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid. Need a Tiggo 9 towbar?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is Chery’s flagship SUV and represents the brand’s attempt to move from budget vehicles into the near-premium segment. It is a large three-row plug-in hybrid SUV designed primarily for comfort, long-distance efficiency, and technology rather than sporty driving. After looking at multiple reviews, road tests, and technical details, the Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is best understood as a very advanced hybrid drivetrain wrapped in a comfortable family SUV that competes on value more than brand prestige.
The most interesting part of the car is the Super Hybrid system itself. Unlike many plug-in hybrids where the petrol engine still drives the wheels most of the time, the Tiggo 9 behaves much more like an electric car. The electric motors do most of the driving, and the petrol engine often acts as a generator or assists at higher speeds. This makes the car feel smooth and quiet in normal driving, especially in the city. When you accelerate, the electric motors provide immediate torque, so the car feels surprisingly quick for such a large SUV. Many reviewers were surprised that a large seven-seat family SUV can accelerate like a performance vehicle, reaching 100 km/h in roughly five and a half seconds. However, despite the speed, the car does not feel sporty. The steering is light and somewhat artificial, and the suspension is tuned for comfort rather than cornering, so the overall driving experience is relaxed rather than engaging.
Where the Tiggo 9 really stands out is electric range and overall efficiency. The battery is much larger than in most plug-in hybrids, which allows real electric driving for well over 100 km in normal conditions. For many people, this means daily driving can be done almost entirely on electricity, using petrol only for long trips. On long highway journeys, the combined petrol and electric range can exceed 1000 km, which is one of the biggest advantages of this type of hybrid system. If the owner charges the car regularly at home, fuel consumption can be extremely low. But like all plug-in hybrids, if you never charge it, the fuel consumption will be similar to a normal petrol SUV.
Inside, the Tiggo 9 feels much more expensive than people expect from a Chinese brand. The interior is clearly designed to compete with brands like Hyundai, Kia, and Skoda rather than budget manufacturers. The cabin uses soft materials, large screens, ambient lighting, and many luxury features such as heated, ventilated, and sometimes massaging seats. There are multiple digital displays, a head-up display, premium audio, and a large panoramic roof. The general impression from reviewers is that the interior feels modern and comfortable, though some people complain that too many functions are controlled through the touchscreen instead of physical buttons, which can be annoying while driving. Some early software glitches have also been reported, but this is common with new technology-heavy cars.
In terms of space, the Tiggo 9 is a large vehicle, but like many seven-seat SUVs, the third row is really only suitable for children or short trips. The first and second rows are very spacious and comfortable, especially the second row, which makes the car very good for family travel. With all seats up, the trunk is relatively small, but with the third row folded down, the luggage space becomes very large. So in everyday use, many owners will probably use it as a five-seat SUV with occasional extra seats when needed. Why not fit a Tiggo 9 towbar to increase the functionality, especially if using all 7 seats.
Comfort is one of the car’s strongest qualities. The suspension is tuned to absorb bumps and make long journeys relaxing. On highways the car is very quiet, especially when running on electric power. Wind noise and road noise are well controlled, and the car feels stable at high speeds. However, this comfort-focused setup means it is not very fun to drive on twisty roads. The steering does not provide much feedback, and the car is heavy, so it is clearly designed more for smooth cruising than dynamic driving.
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is actually capable of towing, but it’s important to understand that it is not designed as a heavy towing SUV despite having a lot of power and AWD. The hybrid system produces a lot of torque and power, so people assume it can tow like a big diesel SUV — but the official towing rating is more modest.
Official maximum towing capacity
The Tiggo 9 has a max braked towing capacity of 1500 kg and 750 kg unbraked – check your owner’s manual, it could be less depending on your exact specifications.
That places it roughly in the middle of the large SUV PHEV segment.
Even though the car has AWD and around 580 Nm torque, the towing rating is still limited to 1500 kg. This is very important because power does NOT equal towing capacity — cooling, transmission, chassis strength, and hybrid system limits matter more.
How the Tiggo 9 tows in real life
The Tiggo 9 actually should tow quite comfortably within its limits because of the hybrid drivetrain.
The electric motors provide instant torque, which is very useful when:
- Pulling away with a trailer
- Reversing a trailer
- Driving uphill with a load
- Off-road towing (boat ramps, etc.)
In many situations, a hybrid like this actually feels better than a small petrol engine because electric torque is immediate and smooth. The AWD system also helps with traction when towing on wet roads or gravel.
However, the Tiggo 9 is tuned for comfort and efficiency, not heavy-duty towing. Despite its torque and weight, the towing capacity is only average for this class, meaning it’s more of a family SUV that can tow, not a towing vehicle.
What you can realistically tow with the Chery Tiggo 9
Good for the following towing needs:
- Small caravan
- Small boat
- Jet skis
- Motorcycle trailer
- Small utility trailer
- Camping trailer
- Small horse trailer (1 horse, depending on weight)
Not best for towing:
- Large caravan
- Big boat
- Car trailer with large car
- Heavy construction trailers
- 2-horse trailer with horses
- Large camper trailer
For heavy towing, diesel SUVs are currently much better.
Important towing considerations for hybrids
Plug-in hybrids have a few things to keep in mind when towing:
- Fuel consumption increases a lot when towing.
- The car will use the petrol engine much more when towing.
- Electric-only driving while towing is usually limited.
- Regenerative braking can help when going downhill with a trailer.
- Cooling systems are very important — avoid towing at max weight in very hot conditions for long periods.
But hybrids actually have one advantage: they are very smooth when towing slowly and maneuvering trailers.
Overall towing verdict
The Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is good for light to medium towing, but not heavy towing.
- Excellent for family SUV + occasional towing
- Very good for small caravan or boat
- Not suitable for heavy trailers
- Tows smoothly thanks to electric motors
- Limited by 1500 kg tow rating
Overall, the Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is not trying to be a sporty SUV or a luxury brand vehicle. Instead, it focuses on giving a very comfortable, very powerful, very well-equipped plug-in hybrid SUV for a price that is usually lower than European or Japanese competitors with similar size and equipment. In many ways, it feels like a technology-focused family SUV designed for people who want electric driving most of the time but still want a petrol engine for long trips without worrying about charging infrastructure.
The general conclusion from most reviewers is that the Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is extremely impressive in terms of technology, efficiency, and equipment, very comfortable for long-distance travel, and offers very good value for money, but it still does not have the driving feel, brand reputation, or long-term track record of more established manufacturers. For many buyers, the decision will come down to whether they prioritize technology and value, or brand reputation and resale value.
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