Chery Chery Q vs Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Chery Chery Q in South Africa

Chery Chery Q

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Chery Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

LiT MT Petrol Current
ZAR 279,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 83 kW 🔧 170 Nm ⛽ 14.3 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Chery Q
Fuel Economy Tiggo 4 Cross
🛡 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross
📦 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross
🔑 Ownership Chery Q

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec Chery Q Tiggo 4 Cross
Maximum Power - 83 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque - 170 Nm
Engine Size - 1500 cc
Claimed Mileage - 14.3 km/l
Ground Clearance - 180 mm
Boot / Load Bay - -
Airbags - Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight - -
Seating Capacity - -
Warranty - 5 Years / 150 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Tiggo 4 Cross holds a noticeable edge over Chery Q, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Chery Q +12 pts
Efficiency Tiggo 4 Cross +6 pts
Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +75 pts
Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross +17 pts
Ownership Chery Q +3 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Chery Q

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: Highway Driving
🏆 Overall Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

Chery Q

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Tiggo 4 Cross

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Chery Q Tiggo 4 Cross
Model Introduced Year - 2026
Generation - Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross range
Facelift History - Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since - 2026
Facelift Version Ending - Current
Body Style - SUV
Model Year - 2026
Production Status - active
Segment - SUV
Vehicle Type - SUV
Tare Mass Kg - Not Available
Spec Chery Q Tiggo 4 Cross
Drivetrain Layout - FWD
LSD Available - Not Applicable
Transfer Case - Not Applicable
Differential Lock - Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters - Not Applicable
Gearbox - 5 MT
Final Drive Ratio - Not Applicable
Number of Gears - 5
Transmission Type - Manual
Clutch Type - Manual clutch
Gear Shift Indicator - Standard
Drivetrain - FWD
4WD Engagement - Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range - Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range - Not Applicable
4WD Selector - Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles - Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock - Not Applicable
Gearbox Type - 5 MT
Low Range Ratio - Not Applicable
Low Range - Not Applicable
Axle Layout - FWD
Rear Differential Lock - Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds - 5
Gear Shift Type - Manual

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Tiggo 4 Cross leads by 18 points

Tiggo 4 Cross holds a noticeable edge over Chery Q, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 57 /100
Lead 18 points
Data 68% confidence
57
#1 Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross

68% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 75 Check Performance 38
Performance 38
Efficiency 56
Safety 75
Practicality 67
Ownership 47
Leads by 18 points
39
#2

Chery Q

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Chery Q +12 Efficiency Tiggo 4 Cross +6 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +75 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross +17 Ownership Chery Q +3

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross

Performance 38/100
Efficiency 56/100
Safety 75/100
Practicality 67/100
Ownership 47/100

Chery Q

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Chery Tiggo 4 Cross wins with 57 pts vs 39 pts for Chery Q

In structured scoring, Tiggo 4 Cross emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Chery Q may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the Tiggo 4 Cross edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: Chery Q 50 vs Tiggo 4 Cross 56. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: Chery Q 0, Tiggo 4 Cross 75. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: Chery Q 50, Tiggo 4 Cross 47. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: Chery Q 50, Tiggo 4 Cross 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Chery Q 50, Tiggo 4 Cross 38. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Tiggo 4 Cross edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Tiggo 4 Cross scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between Chery Q and Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Chery Q scores 50 vs 38.

Efficiency: Chery Q scores 50 vs 56.

Safety: Chery Q scores 0 vs 75.

Practicality: Chery Q scores 50 vs 67.

Ownership: Chery Q scores 50 vs 47.

Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 4 Cross the advantage in this comparison.