Chery Tiggo 8 vs Toyota Fortuner
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 8: we're still completing price, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, ground clearance and turning circle.
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 8 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Toyota Fortuner gets a 8-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chery Tiggo 8 stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate, Sony audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Toyota Fortuner. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Chery Tiggo 8 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Toyota Fortuner offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 8 and 1-zone in the Toyota Fortuner.
Drivetrain
The Chery Tiggo 8 lines up producing 180kW and 375Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic to a AWD layout.
The Toyota Fortuner responds with a Diesel making 150kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 8 has the clear power advantage at 180kW vs 150kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Chery Tiggo 8 measures 4,720mm long on a 2,710mm wheelbase, 75mm shorter than the Toyota Fortuner at 4,795mm (2,745mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota Fortuner generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 117L in the Chery Tiggo 8 and 200L in the Toyota Fortuner, giving the Toyota Fortuner a 83L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 479L vs 1080L.
For towing, the Toyota Fortuner leads with a 3,100kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 1,800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.6m diameter
Average
Based on 11.6m 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.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.2 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
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 $2,480/year for the Chery Tiggo 8 and $2,166/year for the Toyota Fortuner. That is a $314 annual difference in favour of the Toyota Fortuner.
Warranty: 7 years (Chery Tiggo 8) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Fortuner). The Chery Tiggo 8 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Chery Tiggo 8)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 8 if: You prioritise performance, value a longer warranty, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Fortuner if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, need stronger towing, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Toyota Fortuner takes 3 of 5 key spec categories. The Toyota Fortuner will save you roughly $314 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Toyota Fortuner has a clear edge. The Chery Tiggo 8 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 8 and Toyota Fortuner?
The Toyota Fortuner is the cheapest at $53,775 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Fortuner uses the least fuel at 7.6L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Toyota Fortuner holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Chery Tiggo 8, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Toyota Fortuner has the largest boot at 200L.
Which can tow the most?
The Toyota Fortuner has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,100kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Chery Tiggo 8 has the longest warranty at 7 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 8 makes the most power at 180kW.
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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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