KGM Actyon vs Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid

The KGM Actyon starts from $44,500 before on-road costs, while the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid opens at $45,990. That makes the KGM Actyon the more affordable entry point by $1,490.

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 $48,950 and $50,589 respectively.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The KGM Actyon, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid by roughly $10,520 in fuel alone.

Both the KGM Actyon and Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the KGM Actyon.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the KGM Actyon and 9 in the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid adds a 360-degree camera that the KGM Actyon misses.

The KGM Actyon features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid gets a 15.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The KGM Actyon stands out with Apple CarPlay, power tailgate and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The KGM Actyon uses a Turbo GDi producing 120kW and 280Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.5 seconds.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid responds with a Plug-in Hybrid making 150kW and 310Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid is 4.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Actyon measures 4,740mm long on a 2,680mm wheelbase, 16mm longer than the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid at 4,724mm (2,694mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 668L in the KGM Actyon and 550L in the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid, giving the KGM Actyon a 118L advantage. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,166/year for the KGM Actyon and $62/year for the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid. That is a $2,104 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid.

Estimated annual total: $2,166 (KGM Actyon) vs $62 (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid). The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid saves you roughly $2,104 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Actyon) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid). Both match on warranty length.