Chery has reinforced its global safety ambitions with a dramatic real-world crash demonstration involving the Chery TIGGO 9 and Chery TIGGO 7, staged during its 2026 International Business Summit in Wuhu.
Held at the Longshan Test Centre, the public test—witnessed by global dealers and international media—departed from standard laboratory-style evaluations by simulating complex, high-risk multi-vehicle collisions more representative of real-world traffic conditions.
Unlike typical single-impact assessments, this demonstration replicated a chain-collision scenario involving simultaneous front and rear impacts. The TIGGO 9, positioned as the core test vehicle, was struck head-on at 50 km/h by a TIGGO 7, while being rear-ended at 40 km/h by another vehicle.
This setup subjected the SUV to continuous bidirectional forces, placing extreme stress on structural integrity, restraint systems, and post-collision response—conditions that exceed those of conventional crash protocols.
Despite the severity of the impact, the TIGGO 9 maintained a stable passenger cell, with no critical deformation observed across key structural pillars (A, B, C, and D). Occupant survival space remained intact, a key benchmark in crash safety engineering.
All primary restraint systems deployed as intended, including front, side, and curtain airbags, alongside pretensioner seatbelts. Post-impact safety measures also functioned correctly—doors automatically unlocked and remained operable, hazard lights were activated, and no fuel leakage was detected.
The TIGGO 9’s body structure incorporates 85% high-strength steel, with 21% comprising hot-stamped steel for enhanced rigidity in critical zones. Its load-path design helps distribute and dissipate crash energy more effectively, reducing deformation under extreme stress.
Supporting this is a comprehensive safety suite that includes up to ten airbags, load-limiting seatbelts, and automated post-collision responses—forming a multi-layered protection strategy covering pre-impact, impact, and post-impact phases.
The inclusion of the TIGGO 7 in the crash setup further demonstrated structural consistency across the TIGGO lineup, reinforcing Chery’s claim of delivering high safety standards beyond just its flagship model.
This high-profile demonstration is part of Chery’s wider effort to validate vehicle safety across diverse real-world conditions. The brand has conducted multiple global tests, including battery fire safety trials in Malaysia, seawater immersion testing, desert heat exposure, offset frontal collisions, and battery penetration resistance assessments.
Chery also points to its growing list of international certifications, with several models achieving 5-star ratings from organisations such as Euro NCAP, ANCAP, and ASEAN NCAP.
