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.
Includes an archived model
Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
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⚡ 88 kW🔧 172 Nm⛽ 16.4 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceTiggo 7 Pro
⛽Fuel EconomyVenue
🛡SafetyVenue
📦PracticalityTiggo 7 Pro
🔑OwnershipVenue
Venue starts ZAR 389900 cheaperTiggo 7 Pro from ZAR 389,900 · Venue from ZAR 343,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Engine Power
108 kW
88 kW
Torque
210 Nm
172 Nm
Engine Size
1.5 cc
998 cc
Claimed Mileage
14.7 km/l
16.4 km/l
Ground Clearance
-
188 mm
Boot / Load Bay
475 l
355 l
Airbags
Multiple airbags
6
Kerb Weight
-
1180 kg
Seating Capacity
5
5
Warranty
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Both Tiggo 7 Pro and Venue are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Tiggo 7 Pro
+7 pts
Efficiency
Venue
+4 pts
Safety
Venue
+17 pts
Practicality
Tiggo 7 Pro
+4 pts
Ownership
Venue
+10 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Tiggo 7 Pro
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
🏆 Overall Winner
Venue
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Tiggo 7 Pro
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Venue
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Model Introduced Year
2022
2019
Generation
Current South Africa Tiggo 7 Pro range
First generation Venue — the global model adapted for SA with minor market-specific changes; no second-gen yet in SA
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Launched in SA in 2019; subtle updates to safety and infotainment tech followed in subsequent years
Facelift Launched Since
2022
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Discontinued - exact end year not confirmed
Body Style
SUV
Not confirmed
Model Year
2026
Not confirmed
Production Status
active
Not confirmed
Segment
SUV
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
SUV
Not confirmed
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Ground Clearance
-
188 mm
Wheelbase
2670 mm
2520 mm
Length
4500 mm
4040 mm
Width
1842 mm
1770 mm
Height
1705 mm
1619 mm
Kerb Weight
-
1180 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
-
1670 kg
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space
475 l
355 l
Towing Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
-
Not confirmed
Rear Track Width
-
Not confirmed
Turning Radius
-
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
475 l
355 l
Load Bed Width
-
Not confirmed
Front Legroom
-
Not confirmed
Rear Legroom
-
Not confirmed
Front Headroom
-
Not confirmed
Rear Headroom
-
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
1500 l
1106 l
Number of Doors
5
5
Max Payload
-
Not confirmed
Boot Volume
475 l
355 l
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
45 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
-
1670 kg
Ground Clearance Max
-
188 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
188 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
-
188 mm
Height Mm
1705 mm
1619 mm
Length Mm
4500 mm
4040 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
475 l
355 l
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not confirmed
Payload Kg
-
Not confirmed
Cargo Volume
475 l
355 l
Tare Mass Kg
-
1180 kg
Turning Circle
-
Not confirmed
Turning Circle M
-
Not confirmed
Width Mm
1842 mm
1770 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
1500 l
1106 l
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Engine
1.5T petrol
1.0 T-GDI Turbo
Engine Type
1.5T petrol
Petrol
Displacement
1.5 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Valves per Cylinder
16
16
Power
108 kW
88 kW
Power @ RPM
5500
5500
Torque
210 Nm
172 Nm
Torque @ RPM
1750-4000
1500
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Direct Injection
Turbocharger
Standard
Yes
Top Speed
-
178 km/h
0-100 km/h
-
10.8 sec
Compression Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Cylinder Bore
-
Not confirmed
Piston Stroke
-
Not confirmed
Engine Code
-
Not confirmed
Power
144.8 bhp
Not confirmed
Fuel Grade Required
Petrol
Petrol
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not confirmed
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Engine Type Config
1.5T petrol
Inline
0–100 km/h
-
10.8 sec
Engine Displacement
1.5 cc
998 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
1.5 cc
998 cc
Acceleration 0 100
-
10.8 sec
Engine Config
1.5T petrol
Not confirmed
Engine Cylinders
4
3
Engine Displacement Cc
1.5 cc
998 cc
Engine Power kW
108 kW
88 kW
Engine Torque Nm
210 Nm
172 Nm
Engine Valves
16
Not confirmed
Induction
Turbocharged
Not confirmed
Max Power kW
108 kW
88 kW
Max Torque Nm
210 Nm
172 Nm
Maximum Power
108 kW
88 kW
Maximum Torque
210 Nm
172 Nm
Power kW Rpm
5500
5500
Torque Nm Rpm
1750-4000
1500
Turbo Type
Single turbo
Not confirmed
Engine Position
-
Front
Variable Valve Timing
-
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FWD
LSD Available
-
No
Transfer Case
-
Not confirmed
Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Paddle Shifters
-
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
CVT
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Automatic clutch
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
4WD Engagement
-
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
-
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
-
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
-
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range
-
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
CVT
Not confirmed
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Claimed Mileage
14.7 km/l
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
-
13.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
19.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
45 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Auto Start Stop
-
Not confirmed
Average Fuel Consumption
6.8 l/100km
Yes
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.8 l/100km
Yes
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 l/100km
Yes
Real-world Mileage
14.7 km/l
16.4 km/l
AC Charging Power
-
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
-
Not confirmed
Charging Time AC Full
-
Not confirmed
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
-
Not confirmed
Charging Type
-
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
6.8 l/100km
Yes
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.8 l/100km
Yes
DC Charging Power
-
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
6.8 l/100km
Yes
Fuel Tank Litres
-
45 l
Fuel Type
Petrol
Not confirmed
Low Range Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Combined Driving Range
-
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
-
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
-
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not confirmed
Range Wltp
-
Not confirmed
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Airbags
Multiple airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not confirmed
AEB
-
No
BA
Standard
Yes
Brake Override System
Standard
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
-
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
Not Rated (SA)
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
-
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not confirmed
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
No
Auto Highbeam
-
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
-
No
Drive Modes
Eco / Normal / Sport
Eco / Normal
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Park Assist
-
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
-
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
-
Not confirmed
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
EV Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Seat Material
Fabric or cloth trim
Leather
Heated Seats
-
Front
Ventilated Seats
-
Front
Ambient Lighting
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
Polyurethane / synthetic
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Fabric
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment
-
Power Driver
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
No
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue + MID
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Manual
Cooled Seats
-
No
Fabric Seats
-
Yes
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Climate Control
Manual / automatic by trim
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
Standard
All
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
-
Yes
Sunroof
-
Electric Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
-
Not confirmed
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
No
AC Type
Manual / automatic by trim
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Gear Shift Type
Electric
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not confirmed
Service Plan
5 Year / 60 000 km
4
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Not confirmed
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V
Boot Opener
-
Inside
Climate Zones
-
1
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Inside
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Manual
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Tachometer
-
Yes
Telescopic Steering
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Air Conditioning
Manual / automatic by trim
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Rim Size
18-inch alloy
16
Sound System
4-6
8 Bose Premium
Unlocking
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charger
-
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Infotainment Screen
Touchscreen infotainment
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
4-6
8 Bose Premium
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
8 inch
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
8 inch
Navigation System
-
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
8 inch
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Infotainment Display
-
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
4-6
8 Bose Premium
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
LED Headlamps
LED / halogen by trim
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Fog Lamps
-
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Not confirmed
Headlights
LED / halogen by trim
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not confirmed
Alloy Wheel Design
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Wing Mirror Type
-
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Coloured
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
Standard
LED
Fog Lights
-
Yes
Front Fog Lights
-
Yes
Led Headlights
LED / halogen by trim
Full LED
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
-
LED
Headlamps
LED / halogen by trim
Full LED
Headlight Type
LED / halogen by trim
Full LED
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Approach Angle
-
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
-
Not confirmed
Wading Depth
-
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
-
Not confirmed
Locking Differential
-
No
4WD System Type
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Breakover Angle
-
Not confirmed
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
20 deg
Hill Descent Control
Standard
No
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Tyre Size
18-inch alloy
215/55 R17
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
-
Steel
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch alloy
16
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Parking Brake Type
-
Manual
Tyre Load Index
-
91
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
-
Disc
Spare Tyre
-
Steel
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
18-inch alloy
16
Wheelbase Mm
2670 mm
2520 mm
Wheels
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link
Torsion Beam
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
CO2 Emissions
-
125 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Unleaded 95
Start Stop System
-
No
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Yes
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45000 km
First Service At
-
15000
Service Plan Duration
5 Year / 60 000 km
4
Service Plan Distance
5 Year / 60 000 km
4
Alternator
-
120A
Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Ownership Role
range-specific
Not confirmed
Price Source
Official model page price card
Not confirmed
Price Zar
389900 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
range-specific
Not confirmed
Starting Price
389900
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
389900
Not confirmed
Spec
Tiggo 7 Pro
Venue
Warranty
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Years
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Venue leads by 3 points
Both Tiggo 7 Pro and Venue are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
Tiggo 7 Pro +7
Efficiency
Venue +4
Safety
Venue +17
Practicality
Tiggo 7 Pro +4
Ownership
Venue +10
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Venue
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
65/100
Tiggo 7 Pro
Performance
46/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
75/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
55/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Hyundai Venue
wins with 64 pts
vs 61 pts for Tiggo 7 Pro
In structured scoring, Venue emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tiggo 7 Pro may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Venue 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: Tiggo 7 Pro 59 vs Venue 63. 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: Tiggo 7 Pro 75, Venue 92. 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: Tiggo 7 Pro 55, Venue 65. 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: Tiggo 7 Pro 68, Venue 64. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Tiggo 7 Pro 46, Venue 39. 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 Venue edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Venue 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 Tiggo 7 Pro and Venue in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Tiggo 7 Pro scores 46 vs 39.
Efficiency: Tiggo 7 Pro scores 59 vs 63.
Safety: Tiggo 7 Pro scores 75 vs 92.
Practicality: Tiggo 7 Pro scores 68 vs 64.
Ownership: Tiggo 7 Pro scores 55 vs 65.
Final structured scoring gives Venue
the advantage in this comparison.
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