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Chery Malaysia showcases transparency through the CSH Battery Safety Challenge

Chery Malaysia has successfully conducted its first Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) Battery Safety Challenge in Malaysia.

This initiative reinforces the automotive brand’s ongoing commitment to battery safety through transparent, real-world testing focused on safety.

According to Men Lin Bo, Executive Vice President of Chery Corporate Malaysia, “Safety is at the core of our development process.”

He further explained that the demonstration process was conducted openly to help the public understand the technologies and standards being applied.

Live Demonstration for Media

The event was attended by over 100 guests, including government agency officials and media representatives.

Prior to the testing session, an information-sharing session was held with Chery battery expert Zhang Wei Bo.

This allowed the media to grasp the technical context before witnessing the demonstration.

During the test session, Chery utilized the same battery unit for the Tiggo 7 PHEV and Tiggo 8 PHEV models.

The battery unit underwent high-temperature fire testing which included a preheating phase and continuous exposure to flames for 1 minute and 20 seconds.

Throughout the test, the battery remained stable without any fire escalation, electrical failure, or uncontrolled deformation.

The media was also given the opportunity to observe the condition of the battery before, during, and after exposure to fire.

Continuation of the Global Program

The Battery Safety Challenge in Malaysia is a continuation of programs conducted globally.

In this series of tests, Chery’s battery systems were evaluated under various extreme scenarios, for example:

  • China – frontal collision tests and spiral roll tests
  • Indonesia – saltwater immersion for 53 hours
  • South Africa – frontal collision tests at a speed of 50 km/h
  • Ecuador – six rounds of gunfire tests to demonstrate the structural strength and battery integrity
  • Middle East – saltwater immersion at 60 degrees Celsius for 48 hours, and buried in Kuwaiti desert sand for 48 hours
  • Mexico – under-vehicle friction tests

Proven Safety Performance

In addition to the Safety Challenge, Chery Malaysia also highlighted the strong safety achievements of its hybrid electric vehicle lineup.

The Chery TIGGO 7 PHEV has received a 5-Star ASEAN NCAP rating with an all-time high score of 94.68.

Chery Malaysia also offers an extended battery warranty of up to 10 years or 200,000 kilometers that covers the battery pack, drive motor, and vehicle control unit.

This comprehensive protection is designed to provide peace of mind to customers, supporting long-term ownership confidence and reinforcing Chery’s focus on reliable hybrid technology.

Lee Wen Hsiang, Vice President of Chery Malaysia, explained that the offering of PHEV models reflects a holistic approach to safety and ownership confidence.

“From conducting rigorous and extreme safety tests to providing long-term battery warranty support and achieving a 5-Star ASEAN NCAP score, each of these elements is built on our long-term commitment to protect our customers.

“This achievement is about delivering a comprehensive and reliable Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)—a vehicle that combines proven safety performance, dependable technology, and assurance throughout their ownership journey,” he added.

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Chery Super Hybrid (CSH): Five things you need to know

Chery Malaysia has announced the introduction of its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology, known as the Chery Super Hybrid (CSH).

This CSH technology will be offered on two new models set to be launched soon: the facelifted Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8.

Here are some key facts you should know:

 

1. Key Components

The CSH technology features a 1.5-liter turbo engine (141 hp/215 Nm) paired with an electric motor (201 hp/310 Nm), producing a total power output of 342 hp and torque of 525 Nm.

Additionally, it includes a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) that offers an efficiency level of up to 98 percent, along with an 18.3 kWh lithium-ion phosphate battery pack.

 

2. Zero Emission Driving Mode

With the combination of the aforementioned components, the system can provide a zero-emission driving range of up to 90 km.

The total driving range of the PHEV system can reach up to 1,200 km, thus alleviating the range anxiety typically experienced by EV owners.

 

3. Charging Time

The CSH supports AC charging at 6.6 kW, allowing the battery to charge from 30 to 80 percent in three hours.

Meanwhile, the DC fast charging at 40 kW enables the battery to charge from 30 to 80 percent in just 19 minutes.

Alternatively, owners can use a standard 3-point domestic plug to charge from 10 to 100 percent in 8.5 hours.

 

4. Three-Continent Testing

To prove the safety level of the CSH PHEV battery system, Chery has initiated a Global Safety Challenge across three continents.

The first phase of testing took place in China, where a Tiggo 9 PHEV underwent extreme tests, including rollovers and front collisions, a stack of seven vehicles, side impact at 55 km/h, a vertical drop from 4.9 meters, and salt spray testing for 720 hours.

The second phase was conducted in Indonesia, focusing on flood resistance.

Here, the CSH battery was submerged in a tank of seawater 1 meter deep for 53 hours to test its waterproof level, chemical stability, and heat management under high-pressure environmental conditions typical in flood-prone areas.

The battery was then reinstalled in a Tiggo 8 PHEV and driven to demonstrate its resilience.

The third phase of testing will be held in Mexico, where the Tiggo 7 PHEV CSH will face underbody friction tests in highland areas.

This is aimed at assessing the level of protection for the battery components and system stability at higher altitudes.

In addition to the previously mentioned locations, Chery will further expand the Global Safety Challenge into additional key markets, including South Africa and Brazil.

 

5. What’s New on the Facelifted Tiggo 7 & Tiggo 8?

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV features several updates, including new headlights, a different rim design, a new front grille and bumper, rear lights with new graphics, a redesigned tailgate, and a new rear bumper and diffuser.

The dashboard layout is nearly identical to that of the petrol-powered Tiggo 7.

The facelifted Tiggo 8 incorporates updates such as a new headlight unit, a completely redesigned front grille and bumper, hidden door handles, a new rim design, a redesigned diffuser, and trapezoidal exhaust tips.

Inside the cabin, the Tiggo 8 PHEV features a 15.6-inch central screen, a separate digital cluster screen, a new dashboard design, a center console housing a wireless device charger, as well as a gear shift lever relocated to the steering column.