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fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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GWM Cannon Alpha vs Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV: the short answer
Cannon Alpha and Tiggo 8 PHEV are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Cannon Alpha:
last listed from
ZAR 699,900
·
Tiggo 8 PHEV:
current from
ZAR 729,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Maximum Power
Cannon Alpha135 kW @ 3600 rpm
Tiggo 8 PHEV150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
Cannon Alpha480 Nm
Tiggo 8 PHEV230 Nm
Engine Size
Cannon Alpha2378 cc
Tiggo 8 PHEV1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Cannon Alpha10.2 km/l
Tiggo 8 PHEV19.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Cannon Alpha220 mm
Tiggo 8 PHEV170 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
GWM Cannon Alpha
2.4T Double Cab LX 4x4
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Cannon Alpha
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Cannon Alpha
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Attention Assist
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Standard
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Park Assist
No
-
Auto Wipers
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Standard
Eco Mode
No
-
EV Mode
No
-
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Standard
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Wide-angle
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Sport Mode
Yes
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Standard
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
4WD Engagement
Electronic rotary dial
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Yes
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Open
-
Differential Type Rear
Open / Lockable
-
Drivetrain
4x4 AWD
FWD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine Four Wheel Drive
FWD
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
-
Final Drive Ratio
3.54
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
9
Hybrid DHT
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electric
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
1 DHT
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Standard
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
16.5:1
-
Transfer Case
Yes
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
9
Hybrid DHT
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox Type
Automatic
1 DHT
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Standard
Axle Layout
Front driven axle
FWD
Clutch Type
Dual wet clutch
Automatic clutch
Front Differential Lock
Open differential with electronic traction control
Not Applicable
Low Range
Yes
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Yes
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Open differential with electronic traction control
Not Applicable
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
4WD System Type
Part-Time 4WD with Low Range
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
32 deg
Not Available
Breakover Angle
24 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
28 deg
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
220 mm
205 mm
Ground Clearance Min
220 mm
170 mm
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Standard
Locking Differential
Yes
Not Applicable
Off Road Descent Control
Yes
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Yes
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
24 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
26 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
Yes
-
Terrain Modes
Yes
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
No
-
Underbody Protection
Yes
-
Wading Depth
850 mm
Not Available
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
60 40 Split Seat
No
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Standard
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
-
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
-
Cargo Net
No
-
Cooled Seats
Yes
-
Cup Holders
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Electric
Power
Folding Rear Seats
No
-
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
Full Digital Cluster
-
Interior Colour Options
1
-
Interior Courtesy Lights
LED
-
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Massage Seats
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Power
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
-
Seat Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
Yes
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Material
Leather
Leatherette / leather
Front Shoulder Room
1440 mm
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
1420 mm
Not Available
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Leather
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
-
Third Row Seats
No
-
Rear USB Ports
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Standard
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather upholstery
Leatherette / leather
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
ABS
Yes
Standard
AEB
Yes
Standard
Airbags
6
Multiple airbags
Alarm System
Yes
-
BA
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
No
Standard
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Safety Rating
5
-
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Tracking System
Optional
-
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
AC Type
Yes
Automatic
Accelerator 0 100
11.5 sec
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Active Safety Alert
Yes
-
Adaptive Dampers
Yes
-
Aero Kit
No
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Automatic
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Bed Extender
No
-
Boot Opener
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
0 l
1930 l
Bottle Holders
Yes
-
Bull Bar
Optional
-
Canopy Fitment
Compatible
-
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Climate Control
Yes
Automatic
Climate Zones
2
-
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Yes
-
Cornering Lights
Yes
-
Digital Speedometer
Yes
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
-
Drag Coefficient
0.42
-
Drive Mode Eco
Yes
-
Drive Mode Mud
Yes
-
Drive Mode Normal
Yes
-
Drive Mode Sand
Yes
-
Drive Mode Snow
Yes
-
Drive Mode Sport
Yes
-
Driver Display
Multi-Information Display
-
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Standard
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Diff Lock
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.2
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
-
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Headrest Front
Adjustable
-
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Horn Type
Electric
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
-
Intercooler
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Load Bed Cover
Optional
-
Load Bed Length
1520 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Light
Yes
-
Load Bed Steps
No
-
Load Bed Width
1560 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
1520 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
1560 mm
Not Applicable
Locking Diff Rear
Yes
-
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
Yes
Standard
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
-
Performance Data Logger
No
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Windows
Yes
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Yes
-
Prop Shaft
Two-piece
-
Puddle Lights
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Standard
Reading Lights Front
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Diff Lock
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
No
-
Rear Step Bumper
Yes
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Wing
No
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Engine Start
No
-
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Remote Start
No
-
Rev Counter
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Roof Antenna
Mast Antenna
-
Roof Load
120 kg
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Type
Bucket Seat
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Side Steps
Yes
-
Skid Plates
Yes
-
Spare Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Steering Response
Progressive
-
Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Tachometer
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Tailgate Damper
Yes
-
Tailgate Lock
Yes
-
Temperature Gauge
Yes
-
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
-
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trailer Stability Assist
Yes
-
Trailer Sway Control
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Welcome Lighting
Yes
-
Wireless Charging
Yes
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
0 l
1930 l
Rim Size
20
235/50 R19
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Standard
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charger
Yes
Standard
Sound System
12
8
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Yes
Not Applicable
City Mileage
7.8 km/l
16.3 km/l
Claimed Mileage
10.2 km/l
19.2 km/l
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro VIb
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
60 l
Fuel Tank Litres
80
60
Highway Mileage
11.8 km/l
21.5 km/l
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
10.2 km/l
19.2 km/l
Auto Start Stop
No
Standard
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Plug-in hybrid AC/DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC/DC
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
1200
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Available
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Available
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
1200 km
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
All Terrain Tyres
No
-
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
-
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
No
-
Front Brake Disc Diameter
320 mm
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Front Tyre Width
275 mm
-
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Mud Terrain Tyres
No
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
300 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Tyre Width
275 mm
-
Run Flat Tyres
No
-
Spare Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
-
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Tyre Load Index
112
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Size
275/55R20
235/50 R19
Tyre Speed Rating
S
-
Tyre Type
All-Terrain Radial
-
Wheel Cover
Alloy
-
Wheel Diameter
20
235/50 R19
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
-
Wheel Material
Diamond Cut Alloy
-
Wheel Rim Size
20
235/50 R19
Wheel Type
Diamond Cut Alloy
-
Winter Tyres
No
-
Wheels
Diamond Cut Alloy
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Alloy Wheel Design
Diamond Cut Alloy
-
Auto Headlights
Yes
-
Body Cladding
Yes
-
Body Type
Pickup
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
DRL
Yes
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
5
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Exterior Colour Options
6
-
Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Overhang
980 mm
-
Headlight Type
Yes
Standard
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Led Headlights
Yes
Standard
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Load Bed Liner
Optional
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Rear Overhang
1160 mm
-
Rear Wiper
No
-
Roof Rails
Yes
Standard
Roof Type
Metal Roof
-
Rear Spoiler
No
-
Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Headlights
Yes
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Alternator
120A
-
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
First Service At
5000
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Capacity
8.0 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Service Interval
10000
-
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Service Intervals
10000
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Standard
FM Radio
Yes
-
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Infotainment System
Yes
Touchscreen infotainment
Infotainment Display
14.6-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Navigation System
Yes
-
Premium Audio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Number of Speakers
12
8
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Touchscreen
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
USB Ports
3
Front and rear USB where listed
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Audio Speakers
12
8
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Body Type Cab
Double Cab
-
Tare Mass Kg
2125 kg
1907 kg
Model Introduced Year
2024
2026
Generation
First generation, derived from GWM's premium pickup platform launched in China in 2023. Local specification leans toward higher equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version, with adjustments for South African fuel quality and aftersales support requirements.
Current South Africa Tiggo 8 PHEV range
Facelift History
First-generation Cannon Alpha — launched in South Africa in mid-2024 with no model-year facelift to date. Software updates have refined the driver-assistance calibration for South African driving conditions and improved the 9-speed automatic shift mapping based on local fleet feedback.
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2026
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Chassis Material
High-strength steel
-
Chassis Type
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
MacPherson strut
Front Track Width
1560 mm
Not Available
Payload Front Axle
925 kg
-
Power Steering
Yes
-
Rear Axle Type
Live axle
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Rear Track Width
1560 mm
Not Available
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
-
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
MacPherson strut
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
CO2 Emissions
272 g/km
30 g/km
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Green NCAP Rating
3/5
-
Idle CO2 Output
272
-
Noise Level
Moderate
-
Particulate Filter
Yes
-
Start Stop System
No
-
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
60 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3000 kg
2430 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
170 mm
Front Headroom
1020 mm
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
985 mm
Height
1865 mm
1705 mm
Kerb Weight
2125 kg
1907 kg
Front Legroom
1070 mm
1055 mm
Rear Legroom
880 mm
945 mm
Length
5410 mm
4725 mm
Payload Capacity
900 kg
523 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
1500 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
13.6 m
5.6 m
Wheelbase
3220 mm
2710 mm
Width
1935 mm
1860 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
450 l
494 l
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
190 mm
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Real-world City Mileage Max
13.0 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Min
10.5 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
11.0 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
-
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Engine
2.4-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
GW4D24
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2378 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Petrol injection
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
88 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
98 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
135 kW @ 3600 rpm
150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
480 Nm
230 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
185 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
11.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.5 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
225.9 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
90 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Cannon Alpha
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Ownership Role
GWM South Africa ownership programme
flagship or capability-focused
Price Zar
699900 ZAR
729900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current model/derivative retail or starting-price reference
flagship or capability-focused
Starting Price
699900
729900
Starting Price Zar
699900
729900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cannon Alpha and Tiggo 8 PHEV comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Cannon Alpha 69 vs Tiggo 8 PHEV 56.
Efficiency index: Cannon Alpha 42 vs Tiggo 8 PHEV 81.
Safety-equipment index: Cannon Alpha 94 vs Tiggo 8 PHEV 94.
Practicality index: Cannon Alpha 81 vs Tiggo 8 PHEV 70.
Ownership-cover index: Cannon Alpha 65 vs Tiggo 8 PHEV not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Tiggo 8 PHEV leads by 2 points
Cannon Alpha and Tiggo 8 PHEV are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tiggo 8 PHEV
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
81/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
70/100
Cannon Alpha
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
42/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
81/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexChery Tiggo 8 PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 72 pts for Cannon Alpha
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tiggo 8 PHEV leads. However, Cannon Alpha may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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