There’s a new player making waves in the budget SUV world.
Since returning to Australia in 2023, Chery has flooded the market with affordable models with the aim of testing our loyalty to legacy brands and established Chinese rivals alike.
First there was the Omoda 5, then the family-friendly Tiggo 7 Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro Max. Now, we have the Tiggo 4 Pro, due in showrooms in October.
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate 
Mazda CX-3 Sport
It’s both the smallest and cheapest model that Chery has introduced Down Under, priced from just $23,990 drive-away.
That’s cheaper than rivals such as the MG ZS, Kia Stonic, Mitsubishi ASX, and GWM Haval Jolion.
It also massively undercuts the Mazda CX-3, a segment staple. With $3000 separating the flagship Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate and base CX-3 Sport, does the Japanese carmaker have something to worry about?
Pricing
The new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro hits the Australian market with ultra-sharp pricing that ranks it among the cheapest SUVs in the country.
In top Ultimate specification, the Chery is still $3000 cheaper than the base CX-3, which is currently available for $29,990 drive-away as part of a limited time deal.
| Model Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| 2024 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate | $26,990 drive-away |
| 2024 Mazda CX-3 Sport | $29,990 drive-away |
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Drivetrains and efficiency
The Chery and Mazda are very different propositions from a powertrain perspective, sharing little in common, cylinder count aside.
Chery 1.5L turbo 
Mazda 2.0L
While both cars generate a similar peak power figure, the Tiggo 4 Pro is turbocharged, with 15Nm of extra peak torque.
In addition, the CX-3 has a standard torque-converter automatic transmission, whereas the Chery features a continuously variable transmission. But which powertrain is better?
Well, the CX-3 motor is significantly more efficient, and produces less pollution than the Chery powerplant. Both those factors give the Mazda the edge here.
| Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Mazda CX-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L turbo 4cyl | 2.0L 4cyl |
| Power | 108kW | 110kW |
| Torque | 210Nm | 195Nm |
| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 7.3L/100km | 6.3L/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 51L | 48L |
| Fuel type | 91 RON | 91 RON |
| CO2 (combined) | 166g/km | 146g/km |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6b | Euro 5 |
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Dimensions
Chery’s new ‘baby’ SUV is bigger than the CX-3 across every dimension.
That extends to interior space – the Tiggo 4 Pro has 116L of extra boot space, although the Mazda gains more cargo room with the rear seats folded down.
| Dimensions | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4351mm | 4275mm |
| Width | 1831mm | 1765mm |
| Height | 1662mm | 1535mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610mm | 2570mm |
| Ground clearance | 180mm | 155mm |
| Boot capacity | 380L/838L | 264L/1174L |
| Weight (tare) | 1388kg | 1210kg |
| Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) | 1799kg | 1740kg |
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Servicing and warranty
It’s difficult to make a judgement on running costs, as Chery hasn’t yet announced the servicing schedule for the Tiggo 4 Pro.
However, we do know that Chery offers a longer warranty, with extended roadside assist.
Both manufacturers cap service pricing for the first seven years.
| Running costs | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 7 years, unlimited kilometres | 5 years, unlimited kilometres |
| Roadside assistance | Up to 7 years (service activated) | Up to 5 years (service activated) |
| Service interval | TBC | 12 months or 15,000km |
| Capped-price servicing | 7 years | 7 years |
| Avg. annual service price first 5 years | TBC | $440 |
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Safety
Neither of these vehicles has a current ANCAP safety rating – the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro is yet to receive a safety rating from ANCAP or its European counterpart Euro NCAP, while the Mazda CX-3 is unrated by ANCAP as its five-star rating from 2015 has now expired.
With that said, the Chery has much more in the way of standard active safety and driver assist technology.
Over the Mazda, the Tiggo 4 Pro brings lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, a surround-view camera, and driver attention monitoring.
Most of those features can be had with the CX-3, you’ll just have to spend more to get a higher-spec example.
Here’s a breakdown of the standard safety equipment on each car:
| Safety feature | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate | Mazda CX-3 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 airbags | 6 airbags |
| Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keep assist | Yes | No |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | Yes | No |
| Traffic sign recognition | Yes | No |
| Reversing camera | Yes | Yes |
| Surround-view camera | Yes | No |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking sensors | Rear only | Rear only |
| Park assist | No | No |
| Tyre pressure monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Driver monitoring | Yes | No |
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Standard features
The Tiggo 4 Pro comes out on top in just about every category here, starting with exterior features.
| Exterior | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Ultimate | Mazda CX-3 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 17-inch alloy wheels | 16-inch alloy wheels |
| Spare wheel | Space saver | Space saver |
| Headlights | Automatic LED | Halogen |
| Rear fog lights | Yes | No |
| Wipers | Rain-sensing | Manual |
| Side mirrors | Heated, power-folding | Power-folding |
| Sunroof | Power sunroof | No |
| Tailgate | Manual | Manual |
Driving at night or in the wet can be tricky at the best of times, and the Chery is better equipped for such situations with automatic LED headlights, rear fog lights, and rain-sensing wipers.
From a comfort perspective, the base CX-3 also goes without a sunroof which is standard on the flagship Tiggo 4 Pro.
| Interior | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Upholstery | Leatherette | Cloth |
| Front seats | Heated, power-adjustable | Manually adjustable |
| Rear seats | Fixed | Fixed |
| Steering wheel | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Gear selector | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Paddle shifters | No | No |
| Rear-view mirror | Auto-dimming | Standard |
| Climate control | Dual-zone | Standard air-conditioning |
Moving into the cabin of these two SUV rivals, Chery trumps Mazda on the spec sheet again.
While some buyers may have a preference for cloth upholstery over leatherette, it’s tough to argue that heated, power-adjustable seats and dual-zone climate control aren’t valuable upgrades over the basic manual seats and air-conditioning in the CX-3.
| Technology | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Instrument cluster | 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster | Dual LCD screens, analogue speedometer |
| Head-up display | No | No |
| Infotainment | 10.25-inch touchscreen | 8.0-inch screen |
| Satellite navigation | No | No |
| Smartphone mirroring | Wireless | Wireless |
| Phone charging | Wired | Wired |
| USB | 2 x USB-A, 2 x USB-C | 2 x USB-A |
| Sound system | 6-speaker | 6-speaker |
| Key | Proximity key with remote start | Keyless start |
Chery brings the freshest tech to a segment that often misses out on the latest and greatest.
Compared to the old-school CX-3, with its analogue speedometer and USB-A outlets, the Tiggo 4 Pro brings dual 10.25-inch screens and a pair of USB-C outlets.
Would you pick the tried and tested CX-3, or take a chance on the kitted out Tiggo 4 Pro?
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