Chery Tiggo 4 vs Chery Tiggo 7
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.
Chery Tiggo 4: we're still completing 0-100km/h, turning circle and braked towing.
Chery Tiggo 7: we're still completing 0-100km/h, ground clearance, turning circle and braked towing.
Blank cells below mean 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.
Track the Chery Tiggo 4 & Chery Tiggo 7
Get price-drop alerts on these models plus our free weekly new-car rundown. Unsubscribe anytime.
Price Breakdown
The Chery Tiggo 4 starts from $21,750 before on-road costs, while the Chery Tiggo 7 opens at $27,500. That makes the Chery Tiggo 4 the more affordable entry point by $5,750.
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. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $23,990 for the Chery Tiggo 4 and $29,990 for the Chery Tiggo 7.
Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.
Safety Rundown
Both the Chery Tiggo 4 and Chery Tiggo 7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Chery Tiggo 4 and 82% for the Chery Tiggo 7.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Chery Tiggo 4 and 7 in the Chery Tiggo 7.
Feature Showdown
The Chery Tiggo 4 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Chery Tiggo 7 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The Chery Tiggo 4 uses a Petrol producing 108kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout.
The Chery Tiggo 7 responds with a 1.5L Turbo Petrol making 108kW and 210Nm, paired to a 6 speed dual clutch transmission driving the rear wheels.
Power output is identical on paper, so the difference comes down to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Chery Tiggo 4 measures 4,307mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 233mm shorter than the Chery Tiggo 7 at 4,540mm (2,661mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 7 generally means more rear legroom.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,109/year for the Chery Tiggo 4 and $1,967/year for the Chery Tiggo 7. That is a $142 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 7.
Estimated annual total: $2,109 (Chery Tiggo 4) vs $1,967 (Chery Tiggo 7). The Chery Tiggo 7 saves you roughly $142 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 4) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 7). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 4 if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Chery Tiggo 7 if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Chery Tiggo 4 and Chery Tiggo 7 trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Chery Tiggo 7 will save you roughly $142 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chery Tiggo 4 and Chery Tiggo 7?
The Chery Tiggo 4 is the cheapest at $21,750 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Chery Tiggo 7 by $5,750.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Chery Tiggo 7 uses the least fuel at 6.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Chery Tiggo 4 and Chery Tiggo 7 all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Track the cars you're comparing
Get price-drop and spec-change alerts on the models in this comparison, plus our weekly new-car rundown of launches, deals and reviews.
- Price-drop alerts on these models
- Spec-change alerts
- Weekly new-car rundown
No spam, unsubscribe anytime. By subscribing you agree to receive marketing emails.
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
Comments (0)
Sign in to join the conversation
No comments yet. Be the first!
