Honda CR-V 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.

Honda CR-V in South Africa

Honda CR-V

2.0 Hybrid e:HEV Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 819,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 204 kW 🔧 335 Nm ⛽ 20 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

LiT MT Petrol Manual
ZAR 279,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 83 kW 🔧 170 Nm ⛽ 14.3 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance CR-V
⛽ Fuel Economy CR-V
🛡 Safety CR-V
📦 Practicality CR-V
🔑 Ownership CR-V
Tiggo 4 Cross starts ZAR 689900 cheaper CR-V from ZAR 689,900 · Tiggo 4 Cross from ZAR 279,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec CR-V Tiggo 4 Cross
Engine Power 204 kW 83 kW
Torque 335 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Size 1993 cc 1.5 cc
Claimed Mileage 20 km/l 14.3 km/l
Ground Clearance 200 mm 180 mm
Boot / Load Bay 497 l -
Airbags 6 Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight 1750 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 3 5 Years / 150 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

CR-V holds a noticeable edge over Tiggo 4 Cross, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance CR-V +39 pts
Efficiency CR-V +24 pts
Safety CR-V +17 pts
Practicality CR-V +1 pts
Ownership CR-V +4 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

CR-V

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Tiggo 4 Cross

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

CR-V

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Tiggo 4 Cross

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec CR-V Tiggo 4 Cross
Model Introduced Year 2023 2026
Generation Built on Honda’s global SUV platform with focus on comfort and safety Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross range
Facelift History Latest generation introduced with improved design, features, and safety technology Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2026
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style SUV SUV
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red -
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec CR-V Tiggo 4 Cross
Ground Clearance 200 mm 180 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2610 mm
Length 4690 mm 4351 mm
Width 1860 mm 1831 mm
Height 1690 mm 1662 mm
Kerb Weight 1750 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1701 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 497 l -
Towing Capacity 1500 kg -
Front Track Width - -
Rear Track Width - -
Turning Radius - -
Load Bed Length 497 l -
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - -
Rear Legroom - -
Front Headroom - -
Rear Headroom - -
Front Shoulder Room - -
Rear Shoulder Room - -
Boot Space Seats Folded 497 l -
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 497 l -
Doors 5 5
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 l -
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 2250 kg 1701 kg
Ground Clearance Max 200 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Min 200 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 200 mm 180 mm
Height Mm 1690 mm 1662 mm
Length Mm 4690 mm 4351 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 497 l -
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 497 l -
Tare Mass Kg 1750 kg -
Turning Circle - -
Turning Circle M - -
Width Mm 1860 mm 1831 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

CR-V leads by 18 points

CR-V holds a noticeable edge over Tiggo 4 Cross, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 75 /100
Lead 18 points
Data 95% confidence
75
#1 Winner

CR-V

95% data confidence 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 92 Check Ownership 51
Performance 77
Efficiency 80
Safety 92
Practicality 68
Ownership 51
Leads by 18 points
57
#2

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
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance CR-V +39 Efficiency CR-V +24 Safety CR-V +17 Practicality CR-V +1 Ownership CR-V +4

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

CR-V

Performance 77/100
Efficiency 80/100
Safety 92/100
Practicality 68/100
Ownership 51/100

Tiggo 4 Cross

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

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Honda CR-V wins with 75 pts vs 57 pts for Tiggo 4 Cross

In structured scoring, CR-V emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tiggo 4 Cross 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 CR-V 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: CR-V 80 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: CR-V 92, 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: CR-V 51, 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: CR-V 68, Tiggo 4 Cross 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: CR-V 77, 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.

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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 CR-V edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The CR-V 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 CR-V and Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: CR-V scores 77 vs 38.

Efficiency: CR-V scores 80 vs 56.

Safety: CR-V scores 92 vs 75.

Practicality: CR-V scores 68 vs 67.

Ownership: CR-V scores 51 vs 47.

Final structured scoring gives CR-V the advantage in this comparison.