The Tiggo 7 is Chery's new compact SUV. This Chinese sports utility vehicle features a sleek profile with flowing lines. Up front it gets a thin grille flanked by slim pulled-back headlights, its sides get distinct flame surfacing. Under the Tiggo 7's hood is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline mill which puts out 145hp and 210Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the front wheels through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The MU-X may look and feel a bit more basic than the Everest or Fortuner, but its tough Isuzu truck underpinnings is this SUV’s secret weapon. Isuzu also builds big commercial engines, designed to be reliable and robust, and that DNA is this engine.
Pros Great new engine Capable off-roader Decent third row
Cons Cabin is starting to age Boot is smaller than some rivals No advanced safety equipment
Like the D-MAX ute on which it's based, the evolution of Isuzu UTE's MU-X seven-seat SUV has remained relatively slow, its latest update headlined by extra torque from its 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel (now 130kW and 430Nm, up from 380Nm) and a new six-speed automatic transmission (previously five).
Pros Rugged and practical Very comfy ride Drop-down rear video unit
Cons Lacking some new safety tech Turbo lag from a standing start Rather basic cab trim
