Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid vs Kia Sorento
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 30 Sep 2026, price 10 Sep 2026
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.
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 before on-road costs, while the Kia Sorento opens at $54,380. That makes the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid the more affordable entry point by $1,390.
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 $59,818 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid by roughly $8,190 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
Kia Sorento
- REC-006557 · published 6 Mar 2026Due to a software error, the Instrument Cluster may display a blank screen or may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2025
- REC-006239 · published 3 Jan 2025Due to a software issue, the turn indicator light and/or the upper part of the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2023 - 2024
- REC-006104 · published 9 Oct 2024The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off.Year range on the notice: 2010 - 2014
- 14 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
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 Kia Sorento gets a 12.3-inch display and 4-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, Sony audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Kia Sorento. 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 Kia Sorento offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and 1-zone in the Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento responds with a Diesel making 148kW and 440Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 148kW. 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, 15mm shorter than the Kia Sorento at 4,815mm (2,815mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia Sorento generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 143L in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and 179L in the Kia Sorento, giving the Kia Sorento a 36L advantage.
For towing, the Kia Sorento leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg 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 $72/year for the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and $1,710/year for the Kia Sorento. That is a $1,638 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid.
Warranty: 7 years (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Sorento). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Kia Sorento if: You need more boot space, need stronger towing, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Kia Sorento: Top CarSorted Score, 70 vs 69, but the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is $1,390 cheaper
The Kia Sorento comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (70 vs 69), taking 2 of 4 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: technology (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid ahead by 30), safety (Kia Sorento ahead by 18), value (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid ahead by 12). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid will save you roughly $1,638 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Kia Sorento has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
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Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and Kia Sorento?
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid is the cheapest at $52,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Kia Sorento by $1,390.
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?
Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento has the largest boot at 179L with the seats up (1,996L with the seats folded).
Which can tow the most?
The Kia Sorento has the highest braked towing capacity at 2,000kg.
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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