The first quarter of 2022 has been the busiest when it comes to automobile launches in Pakistan. Now, Chery Pakistan has launched a budget crossover SUV, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro in Pakistan.
Given its body shape and price, its main competitors in the local market are MG ZS, KIA Stonic, and KIA Sportage. In this blog, you’ll find an in-depth comparison of all these crossovers that will help you choose the most suitable SUV for yourself.
Is there a big price difference?
Car prices are among the most influential factors that impact the buying decisions of local consumers. Here is a comparison of the budget SUVs prices in Pakistan.
| Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Price in Pakistan (PKR) | MG ZS price in Pakistan (PKR) | KIA Stonic price in Pakistan (PKR) | KIA Sportage price in Pakistan (PKR) |
| 4,599,000 | 4,399,000 | 4,450,000 (EX+) | 5,000,000 (Alpha) |
Looking at the price table, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro stands in the middle. It is cheaper than Sportage but costs slightly more than the ZS and Stonic. Is the price difference justified? Let’s further compare the new entrant with its competitors in terms of specs and features.
Do they have identical dimensions?
Is Chery Tiggo 4 Pro bigger than the MG ZS, KIA Stonic EX Plus, and KIA Sportage Alpha? Find the differences in the following table.
| Dimension | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | MG ZS | KIA Stonic EX Plus | KIA Sportage Alpha |
| Length (mm) | 4318 | 4314 | 4140 | 4485 |
| Width (mm) | 1830 | 1809 | 1760 | 1855 |
| Height (mm) | 1670 | 1620 (excluding roof rails) | 1500 | 1635 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2630 | 2585 | 2580 | 2670 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 185 | 164 | 165 | 172 |
| Luggage capacity / boot volume (l) | 340 | 359 | – | – |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 | 48 | 45 | 62 |
| Tyre | 215/60/R17 (Alloy Wheels) | 215/50/R17(Alloy Wheels) | 195/55/R16 (Alloy Wheels) | 225/60/R17 (Alloy Wheels) |
In this comparison, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro comes out to be most compatible with KIA Sportage. However, the height and ground clearance of Tiggo 4 Pro are more than Sportage Alpha. So, on difficult terrains, the former might be a better choice. KIA Stonic EX Plus being a B-segment crossover is the smallest among all in this comparison.
Battle of engines
This comparison will help you know which crossover produces more power.
| Specification | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | MG ZS | KIA Stonic EX Plus | KIA Sportage Alpha |
| Displacement | 1498 cc | 1490 cc | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Type | 1.5-L TCI | NSE 1.5L Major | 1.4 L MPI | Nu 2.0L Gasoline MPI |
| Emission Standards | Euro V | Euro V | – | – |
| Maximum Output | 108 kw or 144.83 hp @ 5500 rpm | 84 kw or 112.6 hp | 73 kw or 98.6 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 115 k or 154.218 hp @ 6200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 210 N.m @ 4000 rpm | 150 N.m | 133.4 N.m @ 4000 rpm | 196 N.m @ 4000 rpm |
Despite having a 1.5L engine, the power of Chery Tiggo 4 Pro is pretty close to the KIA Sportage Alpha. The other two crossovers in this comparison don’t even come close.
What is their fuel efficiency?
After the battle of engines, you must be wondering about the fuel efficiency of Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, MG ZS, KIA Stonic EX+, and KIA Sportage Alpha. Here is the comparison.
| Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | MG ZS | KIA Stonic EX Plus | KIA Sportage Alpha |
| 14.7 km/l (official)10-14 km/l (unofficial) | 10-14 km/l (unofficial) | 12-16 km/l (unofficial) | 10-14 km/l (unofficial) |
As expected, KIA Stonic EX+ beats the other crossovers in terms of fuel consumption. It is due to its smaller size and less power production. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro and others have almost the same fuel economy.
*These were unofficial stats based on owner reviews and other sources. Actual fuel consumption may vary depending upon various factors.
Do they all have the same safety features?
Here comes the most awaited comparison. You must be curious to know where these SUVs stand in terms of safety features. These are some factors that will help you understand which crossover SUV has the most safety features.
| Features | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | MG ZS | KIA Stonic EX Plus | KIA Sportage Alpha |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| Seat Belt | All | All | All | All |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | ✓ | Rear I-Size Child Fitting | ✓ | ✓ |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart Key | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Traction / Vehicle Stability Control | ✓ | Electric Stability Program (ESP) | Vehicle Stability Program | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) | ✓ | ✓ | – | – |
| Brake Assist (BA) | ✓ | ✓ | – | – |
| Parking brake | Electric | – | Manual | Electric |
| Camera | Rear | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Push Start | ✓ | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fog lamps | Front and rear | Front and rear | Front and rear | Front and rear |
| Anti-theft System | Vehicle Body Anti-theft System | – | – | – |
Safety features of Chery Tiggo 4 Pro are almost equal to others. However, this crossover and Sportage have only 2 airbags, which is not enough as other 2 crossovers have 6 airbags.
Lets compare their comfort features
Comfort features of Chery Tiggo 4 Pro and other budget crossovers are as follows.
| Features | Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | MG ZS | KIA Stonic EX Plus | KIA Sportage Alpha |
| Climate Control | Yes | Yes | Yes (Single Zone) | Yes (Dual Zone) |
| Sunroof | ✓ | X | ✓ | X |
| Rain Sensing Wiper | – | – | – | ✓ |
| Display screen | 10.25-inch Central Control HD DisplayColored TFT Cluster8-inch LCD Air-Conditioner Panel Control | 8″ Multi-Function Color Touchscreen With Apple CarPlay | 8″ Floating Infotainment with Android Auto and Apple Car Play 4.2″ Cluster Conventional TFT LCD + Rheostat | 7″ Infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with Bluetooth |
| Rear USB Charging ports | ✓ | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Steering Wheel Switches | Multi-functional | Multi-functional | Audio, Call, Voice Recognition, MID | Audio, Call, Voice Recognition, Cruise Control, MID |
| Steering Wheel adjustment | Tilt and telescopic | Tilt | Tilt and telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Seats Material | PVC | PVC & PU | Fabric and Artificial leather | High Grade Fabric |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat | – | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Headrest | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
In comfort features, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro is a clear winner with sunroof and larger infotainment system.
Winner?
There are similarities between the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro and KIA Sportage Alpha. The other two SUVs might have 6 airbags but they fall behind these two in many ways. The price difference between Tiggo 4 Pro and Sportage Alpha is not big. You will find better ground clearance, more height, and a larger infotainment system in Tiggo 4 Pro. Sportage Alpha has slightly better engine performance and slightly more width.
Which budget crossover SUV would you like to buy? Tell us in the comment section.
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*Photos credits:
- kia-luckymotorcorp.com
- chery.pk
- mgmotors.com.pk
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