Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid vs Hyundai Kona Electric
Two electric SUVs go head to head. Which EV is the better buy for Australian drivers in 2026?
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.
Data checked: specs 15 Oct 2026, price 15 Oct 2026
Driver assistance, as the maker lists it
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid: we're still completing kerb weight, 0-100km/h, ground clearance, turning circle and braked towing, plus 1 other.
Hyundai Kona Electric: we're still completing kerb weight, seat count, 0-100km/h, warranty 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.
$42,850est. RRP
- with the Hyundai Kona Electric's standard kit: $42,850 (nothing to add)
$46,000RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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.
Track the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid & Hyundai Kona Electric
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Price Breakdown
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid starts from $42,850 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the Hyundai Kona Electric opens at $46,000. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.
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 $47,135 and $50,600 respectively.
The Hyundai Kona Electric currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid does not: plug-in hybrids lost the fbt exemption on 1 april 2025.
Safety Rundown
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Hyundai Kona Electric. Adult occupant protection scored 82% for the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid and 80% for the Hyundai Kona Electric.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.
Recalls on our record
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid
None open on our record
Hyundai Kona Electric
- REC-006586 · published 9 Apr 2026A software issue in the Battery Management System (BMS) may cause an electrical short circuit while charging or parked leading to a vehicle fire.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2023
- REC-001592 · published 23 Aug 2021Due to a manufacturing defect, the battery does not meet specifications and may lead to an electrical short which could start a fire.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2020
- REC-000605 · published 28 Jan 2021A software fault in the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) may significantly reduce braking performance.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2020
- 1 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
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.
How long to charge
48.6kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 100kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (10.4kW AC, 100kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid features a 15.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai Kona Electric gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Sony audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai Kona Electric. The Hyundai Kona Electric counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Hyundai Kona Electric offers premium cloth.
Drivetrain
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid uses a 1.5L Turbocharged Petrol Engine producing 150kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a 1 speed dedicated hybrid transmission (dht) to a Front Wheel Drive (FWD) layout.
The Hyundai Kona Electric responds with a Electric making 99kW and 255Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 99kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 18.4kWh (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid) vs 48.6kWh (Hyundai Kona Electric), giving WLTP ranges of 95km and 370km.
Space & Comfort
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid measures 4,724mm long on a 2,694mm wheelbase, 369mm longer than the Hyundai Kona Electric at 4,355mm (2,660mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 117L in the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid and 407L in the Hyundai Kona Electric, giving the Hyundai Kona Electric a 290L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.6m diameter
Good
Based on 10.6m 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 9.3 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
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Hyundai Kona Electric if: You need more boot space, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid: Top CarSorted Score, 79 vs 70
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (79 vs 70), taking 2 of 5 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: value (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid ahead by 24), safety (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid ahead by 18), reliability (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid ahead by 12). If boot space matters, the Hyundai Kona Electric has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid and Hyundai Kona Electric?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid is the cheapest at $42,850 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Hyundai Kona Electric by $3,150.
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?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which has the most boot space?
The Hyundai Kona Electric has the largest boot at 407L with the seats up.
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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