Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max vs Honda ZR-V

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max starts from $36,100 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only). That makes the Honda ZR-V the more affordable entry point by $1,800.

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 $38,990 for the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and $39,900 for the Honda ZR-V.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Honda ZR-V by roughly $1,570 in fuel alone.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Honda ZR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Honda ZR-V, against 6 on the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max stands out with Sony audio — features our data doesn't list for the Honda ZR-V. The Honda ZR-V counters with ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Honda ZR-V offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and 1-zone in the Honda ZR-V.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max uses a Petrol producing 180kW and 375Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max has the clear power advantage at 180kW vs 131kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max measures 4,720mm long on a 2,710mm wheelbase, 152mm longer than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 117L in the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the Honda ZR-V a 263L advantage. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,309/year for the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max and $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V. That is a $314 annual difference in favour of the Honda ZR-V.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V). The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda ZR-V).