Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid vs CUPRA Formentor
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.
Data checked: specs 7 Sep 2026, price 30 Jul 2026
Driver assistance, as the maker lists it
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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 9 Super Hybrid: we're still completing 0-100km/h, ground clearance, turning circle and energy consumption.
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.
$52,990est. RRP
- with the CUPRA Formentor's standard kit: $52,990 (nothing to add)
$49,990RRP
- 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.
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Price Breakdown
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid starts from $52,990 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the CUPRA Formentor opens at $49,990. 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 $58,289 and $54,989 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid by roughly $7,480 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid
None open on our record
CUPRA Formentor
- REC-006608 · published 12 May 2026Electric power steering software fault can disable assistanceYear range on the notice: 2024 - 2026
- REC-005900 · published 19 Feb 2024Due to a manufacturing issue, the heat shield between the brake master cylinder and the exhaust may have been incorrectly fitted.Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2022
- REC-005610 · published 8 Feb 2023Due to a manufacturing issue, the radiator on some vehicles may not be properly secured.Year range on the notice: 2021 - 2022
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
19kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 41kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7.4kW AC, 41kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid features a 15.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the CUPRA Formentor gets a 12-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid stands out with panoramic roof and Sony audio — features our data doesn't list for the CUPRA Formentor. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid gets synthetic leather upholstery while the CUPRA Formentor offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and 3-zone in the CUPRA Formentor.
Drivetrain
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid uses a 1.5L Turbocharged Petrol producing 225kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a dedicated hybrid transmission (3dht) to a FWD layout.
The CUPRA Formentor responds with a 4-cyl Turbo Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 110kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid measures 4,800mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 350mm longer than the CUPRA Formentor at 4,450mm (2,680mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 143L in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and 450L in the CUPRA Formentor, giving the CUPRA Formentor a 307L advantage. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid seats 7 vs 5.
For towing, the CUPRA Formentor leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.7m diameter
Good
Based on 10.7m 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
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $72/year for the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and $1,568/year for the CUPRA Formentor. That is a $1,496 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid.
Warranty: 7 years (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid) vs 5 years / 999,999km (CUPRA Formentor). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the CUPRA Formentor if: You need more boot space, or prefer CUPRA's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
CUPRA Formentor: Top CarSorted Score, 77 vs 74
The CUPRA Formentor comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (77 vs 74), taking 1 of 3 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: safety (CUPRA Formentor ahead by 21), practicality (CUPRA Formentor ahead by 11), value (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid ahead by 10). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid will save you roughly $1,496 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the CUPRA Formentor has a clear edge. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid 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 9 Super Hybrid and CUPRA Formentor?
The CUPRA Formentor is the cheapest at $49,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid by $3,000.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid uses the least fuel at 1.5L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
CUPRA Formentor holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The CUPRA Formentor has the largest boot at 450L with the seats up (1,400L with the seats folded).
Which can tow the most?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the longest warranty at 7 years / No data.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid makes the most power at 225kW.
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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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