- Chery’s Super Hybrid (CSH) system delivers class-leading fuel efficiency and ultra-low emissions, even with a depleted battery, thanks to a 46.5% thermal efficiency engine and 98.5% efficient hybrid transmission.
- CSH technology integrates into daily life with V2L functionality, transforming vehicles into mobile power stations for outdoor and emergency use.
- Plug-in hybrid models now account for 71% of Chery’s EV sales in the EU, reflecting strong global demand for practical low-carbon mobility solutions.
In recent decades, rising global temperatures, sea-level increases, and floods have underscored the escalating threat of climate change, driven by the greenhouse effect. Governments worldwide are actively pursuing sustainable strategies, including carbon peaking and achieving carbon neutrality.
Against this backdrop, eco-conscious consumers are increasingly turning to greener transportation solutions. Aligned with ESG principles, Chery’s Super Hybrid (CSH) technology delivers a mobility solution tailored to modern environmental demands.
The revolution in energy efficiency has become a critical breakthrough for the automotive industry in its pursuit of low-carbon and sustainable development. CSH technology is equipped with a fifth-generation 1.5 TGDI dedicated hybrid engine, delivering an industry-leading thermal efficiency of 46.5%.
Coupled with a stepless electric hybrid DHT (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission) that achieves 98.5% efficiency, the system creates a “dual efficiency” closed loop. This combination reduces fuel consumption to just 4.5L/100 km—even when the battery has been depleted—improving energy utilisation while reducing carbon emissions. CSH technology offers global consumers a sustainable alternative for green mobility.
This was recently demonstrated during Chery’s “Endless Horizon Worry-Free Voyage” endurance challenge, with China as its inaugural stop. Flagship models, including the Tiggo 9 CSH, departed from Sanxia, navigating serpentine mountain roads and the dense road networks of the Yangtze River Delta, before reaching Shanghai.
The 1,400+ km journey demonstrated CSH’s ultra-low energy consumption and endurance, proving its readiness for the global stage. The environmental value of CSH extends beyond the powertrain system, as it deeply integrates into users’ daily lives.
“CSH represents the next step in Chery’s vision for global sustainable mobility. By combining advanced hybrid architecture with real-world versatility, we’re making low-carbon intelligent driving a practical reality for more people, without compromising performance or convenience,” said Verene Petersen, National Brand & Marketing Manager for Chery South Africa.
V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) capability enables the vehicle to function as a mobile power station, supporting a diverse range of needs, from camping cookers to entertainment systems. This innovation eliminates the need for carbon-emitting fuel and generators from outdoor activities, creating an eco-conscious system where every use contributes to environmental protection.
Chery will continue to drive the evolution of CSH through ongoing technological innovation. With a focus on breakthroughs in new energy and intelligent mobility, the automaker aims to deliver greener and higher-quality vehicles to users worldwide.
This commitment to sustainability extends beyond vehicle technology. Earlier this month, Chery’s Kaiyang Laboratory and Nanyang Technological University (a research university in Singapore) signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Wuhu, China—marking the establishment of Chery’s first overseas collaborative innovation centre.
Chery remains committed to a multi-path technology strategy, advancing fuel, hybrid, and pure electric powertrain technologies in parallel. Chery continues to collaborate with global partners to accelerate technological advancement, transforming cutting-edge automotive innovations from premium vehicles to more accessible solutions for all.
With growing consumer demand for both low-carbon mobility, the global hybrid market has experienced rapid growth. In the first three quarters of 2024, worldwide sales of plug-in hybrids (including range-extender vehicles) surpassed traditional hybrids for the first time—a historic industry shift.
CSH covers all hybrid architectures—hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and range-extender (REEV) electric vehicles—while delivering solutions through four platforms:
- Super Hybrid Off-Road Platform
- Ultra-Efficient Range-Extender Platform
- High-Performance Electric Platform
- Super Hybrid Platform
This ecosystem positions CSH as a holistic mobility solution, combining environmental responsibility with uncompromised performance across all driving conditions.
Market research firm Rho Motion reports a significant milestone: in March 2024, plug-in hybrid vehicles accounted for 71% of Chery’s EV sales in the European Union, outpacing BEVs (battery electric vehicles) and emerging as the brand’s primary growth engine in the region.
This demonstrates CSH’s ability to meet market needs but also solidifies Chery’s position as an accessible provider of low-carbon mobility solutions worldwide, making sustainable transportation available to a broader range of consumers.
With over two decades of R&D, Chery has achieved complete mastery of core automotive technologies across the entire value chain. By implementing rigorous quality standards and fostering a collaborative global open-source ecosystem, Chery has successfully broken down technological barriers, making advanced automotive innovations accessible to users globally.
Chery continues to champion openness, shared growth, and collective progress—creating more equitable and superior mobility experiences for global consumers, while leading the industry toward a future where technological benefits are universally accessible.
