Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs Toyota Yaris Cross
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 7 Pro
Price TBC
SUV
Petrol
1.6L Turbo Petrol
137kW
7 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
626L
Toyota Yaris Cross
From $31,790
SUV
Hybrid
1.5L 3-cyl Hybrid
85kW
3.8 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
390L
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro: we're still completing price, kerb weight, 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.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Toyota Yaris Cross gets a 8-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro stands out with Apple CarPlay, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, Sony audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Toyota Yaris Cross. The Toyota Yaris Cross counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro gets artificial leather upholstery while the Toyota Yaris Cross offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and 1-zone in the Toyota Yaris Cross.
Drivetrain
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro uses a 1.6L Turbo Petrol producing 137kW and 275Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dual clutch transmission to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.5 seconds.
The Toyota Yaris Cross responds with a 1.5L 3-cyl Hybrid making 85kW and 120Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.8 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has the clear power advantage at 137kW vs 85kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro measures 4,513mm long on a 2,670mm wheelbase, 333mm longer than the Toyota Yaris Cross at 4,180mm (2,560mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 626L in the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and 390L in the Toyota Yaris Cross, giving the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro a 236L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.8m diameter
Excellent
Based on 9.8m 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.
Excellent
Clears the U-turn in one swing
Needs about 8.5 m of road; you have 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 $1,995/year for the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and $1,083/year for the Toyota Yaris Cross. That is a $912 annual difference in favour of the Toyota Yaris Cross.
Warranty: 7 years (Chery Tiggo 7 Pro) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Yaris Cross). The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Chery Tiggo 7 Pro)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, value a longer warranty, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Yaris Cross if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro takes 4 of 5 key spec categories. The Toyota Yaris Cross will save you roughly $912 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has a clear edge. The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 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, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and Toyota Yaris Cross?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the cheapest at $31,790 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Yaris Cross uses the least fuel at 3.8L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Toyota Yaris Cross holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has the largest boot at 626L.
Which has the best warranty?
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has the longest warranty at 7 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro makes the most power at 137kW. The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is quickest to 100km/h in 9.5s.
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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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