Alfa Romeo Junior vs Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Alfa Romeo Junior
From $45,900
SUV
Petrol
Petrol MHEV
100kW
4.1 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
415L
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid
From $42,850
SUV
Plug-in Hybrid
1.5L Turbocharged Petrol Engine
150kW
1.3 kWh/100km
5★ ANCAP
117L
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid: we're still completing kerb weight, 0-100km/h, ground clearance, turning circle and braked towing, plus 1 other.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
Plug-in hybrid fuel economy is shown as a hybrid (battery depleted) so it compares fairly with the other car. A PHEV's official "combined" figure assumes you start every trip fully charged, so real-world economy depends on how often you plug in. Electric range shows how far it goes before the petrol engine is needed.
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Price Breakdown
The Alfa Romeo Junior starts from $45,900 before on-road costs, while the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid opens at $42,850. That makes the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid the more affordable entry point by $3,050.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $50,490 and $47,135 respectively.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Alfa Romeo Junior, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid by roughly $5,535 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
18.4kWh usableEstimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7.4kW AC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Alfa Romeo Junior features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid gets a 15.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Alfa Romeo Junior stands out with power tailgate that you will not find on the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid counters with Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Alfa Romeo Junior gets cloth upholstery while the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the Alfa Romeo Junior and 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid.
Drivetrain
The Alfa Romeo Junior uses a Petrol MHEV producing 100kW and 230Nm of torque, sent through a dct to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid responds with a 1.5L Turbocharged Petrol Engine making 150kW and 310Nm, paired to a 1 speed dedicated hybrid transmission (dht) driving the rear wheels.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 100kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Alfa Romeo Junior measures 4,170mm long on a 2,557mm wheelbase, 554mm shorter than the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid at 4,724mm (2,694mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 415L in the Alfa Romeo Junior and 117L in the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid, giving the Alfa Romeo Junior a 298L advantage. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid seats 7 vs 5.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.8m diameter
Good
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.6 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.8 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,169/year for the Alfa Romeo Junior and $62/year for the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid. That is a $1,107 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid.
Estimated annual total: $1,169 (Alfa Romeo Junior) vs $62 (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid). The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid saves you roughly $1,107 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years / 150,000km (Alfa Romeo Junior) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid). The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Alfa Romeo Junior if: You need more boot space, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid takes 4 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid will save you roughly $1,107 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Alfa Romeo Junior has a clear edge. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid adds peace of mind with a longer 7-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Alfa Romeo Junior and Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid is the cheapest at $42,850 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Alfa Romeo Junior by $3,050.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid uses the least fuel at 1.3L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Alfa Romeo Junior has the largest boot at 415L.
Which has the best warranty?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has the longest warranty at 7 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid makes the most power at 150kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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