Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid vs Volkswagen Caddy

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid starts from $49,550 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen Caddy opens at $57,600. That makes the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid the more affordable entry point by $8,050.

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 $54,505 and $63,360 respectively.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Volkswagen Caddy, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid by roughly $8,475 in fuel alone.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid features a 15.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen Caddy gets a 8.3-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 wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, panoramic roof, heated front seats, power tailgate, Sony audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Volkswagen Caddy. The Volkswagen Caddy counters with Apple CarPlay. 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 Volkswagen Caddy offers cloth (double grid).

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid uses a 1.5L Turbocharged Petrol producing 225kW and 215Nm of torque, sent through a dedicated hybrid transmission (3dht) to a FWD layout.

The Volkswagen Caddy responds with a Petrol I4 Turbo TSI making 84kW and 220Nm, paired to a 7-speed dual clutch (dsg) driving the front wheels.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 84kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid measures 4,800mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 53mm shorter than the Volkswagen Caddy at 4,853mm (2,970mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen Caddy generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 143L in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and 446L in the Volkswagen Caddy, giving the Volkswagen Caddy a 303L advantage.

For towing, the Volkswagen Caddy leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $72/year for the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid and $1,767/year for the Volkswagen Caddy. That is a $1,695 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid.

Estimated annual total: $72 (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid) vs $1,767 (Volkswagen Caddy). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid saves you roughly $1,695 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid) vs 5 years (Volkswagen Caddy). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid)—.