Kia Picanto vs Chery Tiggo 4
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular cars 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.
Price Breakdown
The Kia Picanto starts from $18,390 before on-road costs, while the Chery Tiggo 4 opens at $21,750. That makes the Kia Picanto the more affordable entry point by $3,360.
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 $20,229 and $23,925 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Kia Picanto by roughly $2,850 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.
Feature Showdown
The Kia Picanto features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Chery Tiggo 4 gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The Kia Picanto uses a Petrol producing 62kW and 122Nm of torque, sent through a manual to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.2 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 4 responds with a Petrol making 108kW and 210Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds.
The Chery Tiggo 4 has the clear power advantage at 108kW vs 62kW. In the real-world sprint, the Chery Tiggo 4 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Kia Picanto measures 3,595mm long on a 2,400mm wheelbase, 712mm shorter than the Chery Tiggo 4 at 4,307mm (2,610mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery Tiggo 4 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 255L in the Kia Picanto and 358L in the Chery Tiggo 4, giving the Chery Tiggo 4 a 103L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.8m to 10.6m
Based on 9.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,539/year for the Kia Picanto and $2,109/year for the Chery Tiggo 4. That is a $570 annual difference in favour of the Kia Picanto.
Estimated annual total: $1,539 (Kia Picanto) vs $2,109 (Chery Tiggo 4). The Kia Picanto saves you roughly $570 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Picanto) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 4). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Kia Picanto if: You want the lower entry price, want lower running costs, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Chery Tiggo 4 if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 4 takes 4 of 6 key spec categories. The Kia Picanto will save you roughly $570 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Chery Tiggo 4 has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Kia Picanto and Chery Tiggo 4?
The Kia Picanto is the cheapest at $18,390 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Chery Tiggo 4 by $3,360.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Kia Picanto uses the least fuel at 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Chery Tiggo 4 all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Chery Tiggo 4 has the largest boot at 358L.
Which can tow the most?
The Chery Tiggo 4 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 4 makes the most power at 108kW. The Chery Tiggo 4 is quickest to 100km/h in 10.5s.
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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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