Chery TIGGO 9 demonstrates outstanding safety and structural integrity by mastering the severe 15-degree small-overlap collision test in China.
Chery is dramatically raising the bar for automotive safety, proving the TIGGO 9 is engineered for extreme, real-world crash scenarios. The brand recently hosted a transparent, live crash test as part of its Ultimate Safety Exploration Tour, showcasing the SUV’s phenomenal performance in one of the industry’s toughest evaluations: the 15-degree small-overlap collision test.
Why the TIGGO 9’s Crash Test Matters for Your Family
The demonstration, held at the Longshan Test Centre in Wuhu, China, was not a standard laboratory test. It was designed to validate Chery’s commitment to its “Safety, for Family” philosophy by replicating a severe, yet common, type of urban collision.
The Challenge of the Small Overlap Test
The 15-degree small-overlap collision test is widely regarded as one of the most severe crash scenarios. Why? Because the impact force bypasses the main front longitudinal beams, striking the vehicle’s structurally weaker areas. This generates extreme compression, bending, and torsional forces that challenge the vehicle’s overall rigidity.
To simulate a serious real-world impact, two TIGGO 9 vehicles were accelerated to 50 km/h each before impact. This combined energy is equivalent to a single vehicle striking a solid barrier at approximately 100 km/h – speeds commonly encountered in daily traffic.
Uncompromising Structural Integrity and Occupant Protection
The results of the test, witnessed by over 500 guests and media representatives, confirmed the TIGGO 9’s exceptional safety engineering.
The passenger cabins of both TIGGO 9 vehicles remained completely intact. There was no deformation in the A, B, or C-pillars, demonstrating outstanding structural integrity. The TIGGO 9’s restraint systems worked seamlessly: all front airbags, including knee airbags and side curtain airbags, deployed perfectly. Seatbelt pre-tensioners were instantly activated, providing full protection to occupants. In a real accident, rescue is paramount. The TIGGO 9 ensured quick access and minimized further danger: all four doors could be opened immediately after impact, allowing rescue personnel swift access. The fuel system held securely with no leakage. Automatically activated hazard lights warned surrounding traffic, helping to prevent secondary collisions.
Chery Automobile Chief Engineer, Xu Youzhong, noted that the test was a “full evaluation of Chery’s ability to manage crash forces, coordinate restraint systems, and ensure post-collision safety and rescue functions,” not just a measure of structural strength.
Chery: Leading with Real-World Safety Validation
By combining standardised laboratory tests with extreme real-world challenges, Chery is building a multidimensional validation framework that truly reflects how vehicles behave under unpredictable conditions. This commitment ensures that safety is at the heart of the automotive brand, offering drivers and their families protection and confidence on the road. The TIGGO 9’s success in this demanding small overlap test solidifies Chery’s position as a leader in ultimate automotive safety exploration.
