Chery, AW Rostamani roll out revamped Tiggo 4 in UAE
Chinese automobile manufacturer Chery, in partnership with AW Rostamani, the official and sole distributor of Chery in the UAE, has revealed the facelifted Tiggo 4 in the UAE, under the slogan 'Cross Wonderful Life'.
The revamped compact SUV combines modern design elements with advanced safety features and a comfortable interior, making it a compelling choice for families and urban drivers alike, said the group.
With a bold exterior, the new Tiggo 4 showcases Chery's signature "Tiger Face" flashing a biomimetic tiger face front design that exudes strength and sophistication.
The vehicle features a new fog lamp contour, innovative tiger claw headlights, a starry diamond-shaped grille, and vertical crystal outline marker lamps, with a dynamic side view poised for action.
At the rear, it boasts a wide contour and a mesmerizing tiger stripe through the tail lamp.
"The refreshed model boasts a new sporty design for the seats with headrests integrated in the front seats for a youthful look. In line with Chery's safety-first philosophy, the car features an auto body structure with dual front airbags, ensuring essential driver and passenger protection, in addition to a body anti-theft alarm and a rear radar," said a company spokesman.
The new-look model also boasts a 50W fast charging port taking a smartphone's battery from 0% to 50% in 30 minutes. The wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (AA+CP) allows for seamless connectivity with a Bluetooth mobile phone hands-free system, he stated.
Furthermore, the voice-activated sunroof operation, the Follow-Me-Home headlight function, the rear view camera with dynamic guides, and the premium 4-speaker Stereo system pave the way for a pleasant ride, he added.
The refreshed Tiggo 4 is now available in four modern colors - Moonlight Silver, Black, White and Phantom Grey – with customizable interior colours. -TradeArabia News Service
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