Chery South Africa (SA) has confirmed that the Tiggo 4 range will be the first model produced at its newly acquired Rosslyn manufacturing plant, with local production scheduled to begin in the second half of next year.
Both internal combustion engine vehicles and hybrid derivatives are planned for production at the facility, placing Chery’s highest-volume model line at the centre of its transition from vehicle importer to local manufacturer.
The decision follows a strong first half of the year for the Tiggo 4 range, which comprises the Tiggo 4 Pro and Tiggo Cross.
A total of 11 322 units were sold between January and June, with growth in each of the six months, making it South Africa’s second-best-selling passenger vehicle overall during the period, says Chery SA.
This numbers also represents year-on-year growth of 39% over the first half of the year.
