The Chery Tiggo 4 is the petrol-powered small SUV in Chery Australia's current range, positioned as an accessible entry point for buyers who want SUV styling, a high seating position and modern cabin technology without moving into a larger vehicle. Its compact proportions make it particularly suitable for city and suburban driving, while the five-seat layout gives it enough versatility for couples, young families and commuters who regularly carry passengers or luggage. The current Australian model measures 4,307mm long, 1,825mm wide and 1,660mm high, with a 2,610mm wheelbase.
Under the bonnet is a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 108kW at 5,500rpm and 210Nm from 1,750 to 4,000rpm. It is paired with a continuously variable transmission and is designed around everyday front-wheel-drive small-SUV use rather than sporty performance. Chery quotes combined fuel consumption of 7.4L/100km and recommends unleaded fuel of 91 RON or higher. Buyers focused primarily on fuel economy can compare it with the separate Tiggo 4 Hybrid, which uses a different hybrid-electric drivetrain and posts a lower official consumption figure.
Technology is one of the Tiggo 4's strongest selling points. The cabin features a pair of 10.25-inch displays, bringing driver information and infotainment together in a modern dashboard layout. Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available for compatible smartphones, while Chery's voice-command system can control selected functions. Dual-zone automatic climate control and rear passenger air vents help cabin comfort, and smart-key functionality can automatically unlock the vehicle as the key approaches and lock it again when the driver walks away.
The Australian range is split into Urban and Ultimate grades. Urban covers the essentials with 17-inch alloy wheels, seven airbags, the dual-screen setup, smartphone integration, Chery driver-assistance technology and rain-sensing wipers. Ultimate builds on that base with 18-inch alloy wheels, a 360-degree around-view monitor, heated front seats, power-folding exterior mirrors, a powered sunroof with sunshade, 15W wireless phone charging and colour-selectable ambient lighting. This two-grade structure makes it relatively easy for shoppers to decide whether they value additional comfort and parking technology enough to move to the higher specification.
Safety and driver assistance are also prominent. Depending on the function and grade, the Tiggo 4 range includes systems such as autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot detection, lane-change assistance, rear cross-traffic alert and intelligent headlight control. These technologies can help reduce workload in common driving situations, but the driver remains responsible for monitoring traffic and controlling the vehicle. The Ultimate's 360-degree camera is particularly useful for buyers who frequently park in tight streets or shopping-centre spaces.
Chery Australia supports the Tiggo 4 with a seven-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and seven years of capped-price servicing, with roadside assistance able to be renewed under the brand's servicing program. For buyers comparing new small SUVs in Australia, the Tiggo 4 therefore combines a long ownership package with strong standard technology and a turbocharged petrol engine that accepts regular 91 RON fuel. Its limitations are equally worth considering: the official fuel-use figure is higher than the Tiggo 4 Hybrid's, the CVT may not suit drivers who prefer a conventional stepped automatic feel, and the brand has a shorter local track record than several long-established competitors. A test drive and a check of local dealer support are sensible before purchase.