TENET T8 vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max: who is cooler and why?

Let's compare two bright Chinese crossovers - TENET T8 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max. We look at comfort, technology, dynamics and price to see which one is best for your family and driving style.

Hello, car enthusiasts!

We analyzed two popular crossovers - TENET T8 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max - and decided to compare them according to key parameters. Let's see how they are similar and how they differ.

1. Space and capacity
- TENET T8:always seven seats (no options!), electric trunk. When the rows are folded, there is a decent volume, but the side moldings eat up the width.
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max:also three rows of seats, the trunk is almost two cubic meters with the seats folded. But there is no flat surface to sleep on.
Conclusion: Both are suitable for large families, but TENET T8 wins due to the fixed third row.

2. Dynamics and power
- TENET T8:peppy engine, acceleration to 100 km/h in 8.2–8.6 s. On the highway it behaves confidently, but the gas pedal settings are sometimes harsh.
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max: powerful engine, traction when overtaking, all-wheel drive adds confidence. Acceleration is also vigorous, but the owner did not indicate exact figures.
Conclusion:both are fast, but TENET T8 is a little faster at the start.

3. Comfort and sound insulation
- TENET T8:The suspension is softer on small bumps, but “in detail” follows the short wave. Noise insulation is a solid four.
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max: good sound insulation, smooth ride, but the suspension is stiffer on small bumps.
Conclusion: if you like softness - TENET T8, if silence - Tiggo 8 Pro Max.

4. Technology and multimedia
- TENET T8:16-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but menus are confusing in places.
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max:15.6-inch screen, head-up projection, seat ventilation, 9 airbags. Controls are almost entirely touch-sensitive.
Conclusion: Tiggo 8 Pro Max is richer equipped, but TENET T8 is more convenient in media functions.

5. Fuel consumption
- TENET T8:in the city - 10-11 l/100 km, on the highway - a little less.
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max: in the city - 10-12 l/100 km, on the highway - 8-9 l.
Conclusion: the difference is minimal, both are not economical.

6. Price and options
- TENET T8:from 3.54 million rubles. (Prime) up to RUB 3.79 million. (Ultra).
- Tiggo 8 Pro Max:about the same price range (with discounts - a little cheaper).
Conclusion:prices are comparable, but TENET T8 offers more hardware for your money.

7. Nuances worth considering

TENET T8: uncomfortable retractable door handles, short driver's seat cushion, sharp response to pressing the gas.

Tiggo 8 Pro Max: touch controls without physical buttons, rigid suspension, imperfect ergonomics of some elements.

General conclusion:
- TENET T8for those who value space, seven seats and a peppy engine. But you will have to come to terms with the nuances in controls and ergonomics.
- Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max - for lovers of technology, all-wheel drive and a comfortable interior. But fuel consumption and suspension stiffness can be frustrating.

Which one should you choose? Depends on your priorities:
- if family and capacity - TENET T8;
- if technology and drive - Tiggo 8 Pro Max.

What would you choose? Write in the comments - let's discuss!