The Chery Tiggo 9 I is a crossover SUV in production since 2023.
Engines: 2.0 Turbo (SQRF4J20), 254 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,820 mm, wheelbase 2,800 mm.
Facelift: 2026. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
Chery Tiggo 9 I (2023–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2023–present |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 2.0 Turbo |
| Engine code | SQRF4J20 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 254 hp |
| Torque | 390 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 8-speed |
| Gearbox model | 8AT |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years |
|---|---|
| 2.0 Turbo | ≈ 16,475 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
CSH hybrid added in 2026
Pros and cons
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 254 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Chery 1.6/2.0 TGDI (SQRF4J16, SQRF4J20) engine: some complaints of fuel dilution of oil in the cold and carbon buildup in city driving
Common problems and what to check
Engine: Chery 1.6/2.0 TGDI (SQRF4J16, SQRF4J20)
- data limited; some complaints about fuel dilution of oil in cold weather and carbon buildup in city driving
What to check when buying: oil level and smell; software updates at the dealer.
Tip: Let the turbo idle after hard driving; change oil more often than scheduled.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 235/60R18, 235/55R19, 245/55R19, 245/50R20; bolt pattern 5x108. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Chery Tiggo 9 I have?
2.0 Turbo, code SQRF4J20, 254 hp, 390 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (8AT).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Chery Tiggo 9 I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 16,475 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.