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CHERY CSH and DHT explained
Two names you’ll see across the TIGGO range. Here’s what they mean, how they work together and which Super Hybrids you can plug in.
Your quick guide
- CSH means CHERY Super Hybrid: the name for CHERY’s hybrid technology, combining petrol and electric power.
- DHT means Dedicated Hybrid Transmission: a transmission designed to work with the petrol engine and electric motor.
- Charging depends on the model: TIGGO 4 Super Hybrid is a full hybrid; TIGGO 7, 8 and 9 Super Hybrids are plug-in hybrids.
What is CHERY Super Hybrid?
CSH brings the engine, electric motor, battery and their control systems together. The aim is to use the power source that suits the journey, with electric assistance when useful and petrol available for longer drives.
You may see both “CSH” and “Super Hybrid” in a TIGGO model name. They refer to the same technology family, but the battery and charging arrangements differ between models. Knowing whether you are looking at a full hybrid or a plug-in hybrid is the useful first step.
CHERY describes how it balances petrol and electric power in its UK Super Hybrid guide.
What does DHT do?
DHT stands for Dedicated Hybrid Transmission. It is the transmission within the hybrid powertrain, helping deliver power from the engine and electric motor to the wheels. CSH describes the wider system; DHT is one of its components.
From the driver’s seat, these are automatic cars: there is no clutch pedal or need to change gears manually. The hybrid controls manage how petrol and electric power work together as conditions change.
For the TIGGO 7 Super Hybrid, CHERY specifies a stepless Super Hybrid DHT and quotes peak EV transmission efficiency of 98.5%. That is a transmission efficiency figure, not a fuel-saving percentage or a promise about the whole car’s efficiency.
DHT is a technology description, so it should not be used to assume every TIGGO has identical transmission hardware.
How does hybrid power help on the road?
- Pulling away and driving locally: electric power can contribute to a quiet start and responsive acceleration when charge and operating conditions allow.
- Accelerating or climbing: petrol and electric power can work together when more power is needed.
- Slowing down: regenerative braking recovers some energy and stores it in the battery for later use.
- Travelling further: the petrol engine allows a plug-in hybrid to continue beyond its electric driving range.
The car manages these changes in the background. Electric-only operation depends on factors including battery charge, temperature and how much power you ask for; the engine can start when needed.
System overview: CHERY UK’s explanation of Super Hybrid operation.
Which CHERY hybrids need plugging in?
The TIGGO 4 Super Hybrid is a full hybrid, also called an HEV. You fill it with petrol and its hybrid system manages battery charging while driving. There is no external charging cable to fit into your routine.
The TIGGO 7 Super Hybrid, TIGGO 8 Super Hybrid and TIGGO 9 Super Hybrid are plug-in hybrids, or PHEVs. Their rechargeable batteries let you make greater use of electric driving when you plug in regularly.
That gives you a practical choice: familiar refuelling with the TIGGO 4, or the opportunity to charge while parked with the larger Super Hybrids. Start with where you park and how far you usually travel.
Powertrain types checked against CHERY’s UK model information and Invicta’s current TIGGO range.
Electric driving, with petrol for longer trips
A plug-in hybrid can be especially useful when your regular journeys fit within its electric capability and you have convenient charging. For example, CHERY lists 56 miles of WLTP electric range for the TIGGO 7 Super Hybrid.
WLTP is a standardised comparison test. Your actual electric range will vary with speed, weather, load and driving style. Compare the figure for the exact model you are considering, rather than applying one TIGGO’s range to the whole family.
The petrol engine remains available when needed. Regular charging is how you make the most of a PHEV’s electric capability; recovering energy while braking does not replace plugging it in.
Our guide to charging a CHERY Super Hybrid explains the next steps.
What is the Guardian Battery Safety System?
CHERY uses the Guardian name for its battery protection technology. Alongside its technical development, the manufacturer has publicised controlled tests involving demanding conditions.
In its July 2025 report from Indonesia, CHERY said a TIGGO 8 CSH battery completed 53 hours and 51 minutes of saltwater immersion. After removal, inspection and drying of the external connectors, the battery underwent further checks, was reinstalled and completed a road test, according to CHERY.
This was an overseas battery test reported by the manufacturer. It does not establish a UK vehicle’s wading capability or mean the car is safe to drive through floodwater. For the battery specification fitted to your chosen TIGGO, use its UK model information.
Make your test drive count
Bring a picture of your normal week: the school run, commute, longer journeys and where the car spends the night. Our CHERY team can help you match that routine to a full hybrid or plug-in hybrid.
- Ask to drive on a route that includes the roads you use most often.
- Try pulling away, normal acceleration and slowing down to see how the hybrid response suits you.
- For a plug-in hybrid, ask the team to demonstrate the charging connection and explain the supplied equipment.
You can then compare the latest CHERY new car offers with the model and specification that fit your needs.
Your questions answered
What does CSH stand for in a CHERY?
CSH stands for CHERY Super Hybrid. It is CHERY’s name for its hybrid technology, bringing together petrol and electric power.
Is DHT an automatic transmission?
Yes. DHT means Dedicated Hybrid Transmission. The CHERY hybrid models discussed here provide automatic driving, without a clutch pedal or manual gear changes.
Is every CHERY Super Hybrid a plug-in hybrid?
No. In the current UK range, TIGGO 4 Super Hybrid is a full hybrid without external charging. TIGGO 7, TIGGO 8 and TIGGO 9 Super Hybrids are plug-in hybrids.
Can a CHERY plug-in hybrid run if I have not charged it?
Yes, it can continue using petrol and its hybrid system. Plugging in regularly allows you to make fuller use of its electric driving capability.
Does 98.5% transmission efficiency mean 98.5% fuel savings?
No. CHERY’s figure refers to peak EV transmission efficiency for the specified system. It is not a measure of fuel savings, mpg or total vehicle efficiency.
Where can I explore the CHERY hybrid range?
Browse Invicta’s CHERY model and offers pages, then contact your local team to check which versions are available to view and test drive.
Talk to Invicta CHERY
Explore the TIGGO range with our Invicta CHERY teams in Barnet, Bolton, Bury, Chelmsford, Croydon, Oldham and Warrington. Tell us about your journeys and charging options, and we can help you compare available models and arrange a test drive.
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Sources: CHERY UK Super Hybrid · CHERY hybrid technology · TIGGO 4 UK specification · TIGGO 7 UK specification · TIGGO 8 UK specification · TIGGO 9 UK specification · CHERY battery test report.
UK information checked on 25 September 2026. Availability, specifications and terms can change; confirm the details for your chosen vehicle or service.
