You’ve probably noticed a lot of Chery Tiggo 4 Pros on the road. With a compelling $23,990 drive-away price and lots of showroom appeal, it makes sense Australian consumers have warmed to Chery’s smallest SUV.
In February 2025, 1068 units were shifted, according to VFACTS figures, which is a slight increase from the 1018 units sold in January. But it does face some tough competition, mainly in the form of the GWM Haval Jolion and MG ZS.
With heaps of standard equipment, appealing design inside and out, it certainly ticks a lot of boxes on the surface, but we don’t take things at face value here at Driving Enthusiast. Let’s see how it performs in a variety of conditions, and outline what you need to consider before signing the dotted line.
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Specifications
Engine: 1.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder
Output: 108kW@5500rpm / 210Nm@1600-4300rpm
Gearbox: CVT auto
Drive type: Front-wheel drive
Wheels: F & R: 17×6.5, 215/60
ANCAP: Five stars
Tare weight: 1388kg
Power-to-weight: 12.85:1 (kg:kW)
Official consumption: 7.3L/100km
Our consumption: 8.7L/100km
Fuel tank/Fuel type: 51L/91 RONPower efficiency: 14.79kW:L/100km
0-60km/h: 4.95 seconds*
0-100km/h: 9.44 seconds*
60-110km/h: 7.01 seconds*
1/4 mile: 17.18 seconds at 137.0km/h*
Max acceleration: 0.789g*
100-0km/h braking: 45.44m in 3.55 seconds*
Max deceleration: -1.111g*
Decibel at idle: 42*
Peak decibel at 60-100km/h: 81*
Starting price: $23,990
*Figures as tested by Driving Enthusiast on the day. Manufacturers’ claims may be different
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: How much does it cost?
The 2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban is priced from $23,990 drive-away, making it the cheapest new small SUV on sale, at the moment. This pricing includes a seven-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, with roadside assistance. Servicing is scheduled every 12 months or 10,000 km, with costs set at $280 per visit until the 90,000km or six-year mark, after which it increases to $375.64, and then $295.54 at the 100,000 km or seven-year mark. These servicing costs are competitive, even against Australia’s biggest car brand, Toyota.
In terms of fuel consumption, the Tiggo 4 Pro Urban has an official combined rating of 7.3L/100km, which is on the higher side for its class. During real-world testing, we observed an average consumption of 8.7L/100km. With its 51-litre fuel tank and the current median fuel price in Sydney at $1.89/L, the cost per kilometre would be approximately 16.5 cents, translating to around $12.50 per 100 kilometres. It does accept 91 RON fuel.
Standard equipment is frankly staggering; 17-inch alloy wheels, dual 10.25-inch digital displays inside, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, rain-sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, laminated windscreen, smart entry and even remote start with global open/close on windows, all as standard.
A more expensive Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate adds a six-speaker stereo, 360-degree camera, heated front seats, 18-inch alloys, red brake calipers and a power sunroof. It’s priced from $26,990 drive-away – still an outright bargain compared with anything similar.
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Interior & packaging
Chery has done an outstanding job in the interior for the price point in our opinion. Although the seats are trimmed in cloth, the pattern and texture is pleasant, and soft-touch materials throughout the interior suggest a much higher price point. Tactile switches for the dual-zone climate control are a welcome addition, but the drop down display causes distraction, especially since there are climate readings on the centre console LCD as well.
At 4351mm long, the Tiggo 4 is one of the shorter SUVs in the segment, with a 2610mm wheelbase, but space utilisation is brilliant. Rear passengers get a host of amenities including ventilation (single vent), phone charging and a fold-down armrest. The middle section of the floor is flat, which equates to good legroom for all three passengers, for this class. Boot space varies between 380 litres and 1225 with seats upright and folded, respectively.
How safe is the 2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro? Chery is celebrating after receiving a full five-star ANCAP rating. More info on that, including against its key rivals, MG ZS and Haval Jolion, here.
A full suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) includes adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and a driver monitoring system. Additionally, it features seven airbags, encompassing dual frontal, side chest-protecting, side head-protecting, and a centre airbag designed to enhance protection for front-seat occupants during side impacts.
The Tiggo 4 Pro achieved a five-star ANCAP safety rating for models built from 1 November 2024, scoring 88% for Adult Occupant Protection, 87% for Child Occupant Protection, 79% for Vulnerable Road User Protection, and 85% for Safety Assist.
This means it meets the requirements for ride-sharing operators such as Uber, Lyft and Didi. So you’d think the Tiggo4 has the safety side of things sewn up, right?
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Powertrain & handling
…Not quite. The weight distribution feels heavily biased to the front, and it does feel, dare we say, a bit ‘tippy’ at higher speeds. It handles most situations well, but we’d encourage an extensive test drive before signing up. This highlights how a five-star ANCAP rating is not the be-all and end-all for preventative safety.
To find the culprit, have a look underneath at the rear axle – a very rudimentary beam layout. It also contributes to a crashy ride – which is quite an achievement considering the 184mm ground clearance.
Another area of concern is braking. Despite having four-wheel disc brakes, they appear to be very thin and offer a concerning 100-0km/h stopping distance of 45.44 metres during our tests. We’ve been running such tests for over 10 years, on the same piece of tarmac, using a Racelogic Vbox, and haven’t seen a small SUV stop in such a long distance since the Suzuki Jimny, at 46.16m. Although that’s a concerning distance as well, we give it some degree of tolerance because it is more of an off-road vehicle. Again, not good in any case. It’s also worth noting the Jimny debuted about six years ago whereas this Tiggo is brand new.
Other than that, it’s mostly good news. The 1.5-litre turbocharged engine is very competitive for its class, with 108kW, and 210Nm from just 1750rpm. It makes for a surprisingly rapid SUV with 0-100km/h tested in a respectable xx seconds . Connected to a CVT, it can flare and shriek like several animals in mortal distress when too much is asked of it. But there are many rivals that do the same.
The steering is direct but has that hallmark ‘porcelain’ Chery steering feel, offering little in the way of feedback. Up to 7/10ths, the Tiggo 4 manages to feel relatively stable, nimble and is even zippy in city traffic, allowing you to seize gaps.
On the freeway, the ADAS features work well, without many of the false positives of OMODA models we’ve tested. And the comfort of the well-sculpted seats makes for a great long distance cruiser. At 110km/h it is unconstrained and relaxed.
With staggering equipment levels, an attractive design, powerful turbo motor and modern features (all for its class), the Chery excels in terms of showroom appeal. The ownership experience is very affordable too.
While we do have some concerns about handling and braking, it’s not hard to recommend the entry-level model, but once you’re getting up to the $26,990 price of the Ultimate, it becomes harder to reconcile.
Take it for an extensive test drive including through challenging corners and freeway sections and make sure it fills your needs. As a city runabout, it represents decent value for money in this cost of living crisis.
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Key attractions/reasons to buy
- Competitive pricing: The Tiggo 4 Pro Urban offers a range of features at a price point that undercuts all of its competitors.
- Generous warranty and cheap servicing: A 7-year/unlimited kilometre warranty provides peace of mind for long-term ownership, and the capped-price servicing package sweetens the deal.
- Modern interior features: Dual 10.25-inch screens and some soft-touch materials enhance the cabin’s appeal, for this price point.
- ‘Play School’ indicators: The indicators make an amusing sound that adds to the joy of motoring, if you’re still a child, like us.
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Key considerations before you buy
- Ride quality: The basic suspension setup leads to a bouncy ride over uneven surfaces compared with some rivals.
- Engine noise: The engine becomes noticeably loud and harsh at higher revs, which may reduce long-term comfort if you’re regularly driving on highways.
- Handling and braking: The vehicle exhibits body lean during high-speed manoeuvres, impacting driver confidence, and the braking performance is among the worst on the market according to our tests (better tyres would help).
2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Urban: Video
How does it rate against its rivals?
- Price
- Quality look & feel
- Interior tech
- Powertrain performance
- Ride & handling
- X factor (does it stand out in its class?)
Final word
In a market dominated by larger and more expensive SUVs, it is refreshing to see a genuine affordable option. Although it is dynamically flawed, the Tiggo 4 looks good, offers respectable packaging, and comes with a turbo motor. It’s also the cheapest SUV currently on the market, which is an attractive boast.
