KIA K2500 vs Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
Panel Van CVT
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 339,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 83 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 14.7 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van: the short answer
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van starts ZAR 115,095 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van from ZAR 309,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van83 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van138 Nm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van1500 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van14.7 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van180 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
Panel Van CVT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2026 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van range |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | Current South Africa version listed by official source |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2026 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Panel Van |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Panel Van |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 4318 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1831 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1662 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | 180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 51 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 1500 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1324 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 1684 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | 360 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 5.5 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | Not Available |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | Not Available |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Not Available |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Not Available |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Available |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Available |
| Climate Control | No | Manual / automatic by trim |
| Power Windows | No | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | No | Not Available |
| Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 1500 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Manual / automatic by trim |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | No | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | No | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | - |
| Voice Command Support | No | - |
| Air Conditioning | No | Manual / automatic by trim |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | No | - |
| Mirror | Manual | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 215/65 R16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Sound System | 2 | 4-6 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | No | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | - |
| Unlocking | No | Standard |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | No | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 1500 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 91 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 96 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 83 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 138 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | CVT |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Eco, Normal, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | FWD |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | CVT |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Automatic clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Standard |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Electric |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | CVT |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 14.7 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 11.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 17.3 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 51 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro VIb |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 14.7 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 51 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | Multiple airbags |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Not Applicable |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | No | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | No | Standard |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Standard |
| Side Airbags | No | Standard |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | No | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | No | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | No | Standard |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Fabric or cloth trim |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not Available |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Polyurethane / synthetic |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Not Applicable |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | No | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | Grey | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Fabric |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | Touchscreen infotainment |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 4-6 |
| Navigation System | No | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Standard |
| USB Ports | 0 | Front and rear USB where listed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 4-6 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | - |
| Connected Services | No | - |
| Voice Control | No | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | No | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Applicable |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model. |
| Roof Type | Cab | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Not Available |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Not Available |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Headlight Type | No | Not Available |
| Headlights | No | Not Available |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 215/65 R16 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 215/65 R16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electronic parking brake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Year / 30 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Year / 30 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Year / 30 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Year / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Year / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Year / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Year / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | Not Available |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | commercial utility |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 339900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | commercial utility |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 339900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 339900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: K2500 41 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van 36.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van 59.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van 90.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van 58.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Model imagery
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van leads by 20 points
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
60
/100
Lead
20
points
Data
62%
source coverage
60
#1
Evidence leader
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
62% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 90
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
59
Safety
90
Practicality
58
Leads by 20 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
K2500 +5
Efficiency
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van +19
Safety
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van +90
Practicality
K2500 +13
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
58/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van
leads the specification evidence index with 60 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Tiggo 4 Pro Panel Van questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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