Chery Tiggo 4 CSH (2026) Review

Introduction

By now, you’ve probably heard of the likes of Jaecoo and Omoda, but comparatively few of you will be familiar with their parent company, Chery. If you’re in China, it could well be the other way around: Jaecoo and Omoda are relatively new brands there, too, having only existed for the last three or four years.

Chery, though, traces its roots back to the late 1990s - still not all that old compared with many other manufacturers - but mature enough to have established itself as one of several automotive powerhouses in the enormous East Asian country.

Now, not only is Chery cracking the UK market with its newcomer sub-marques, but it's also launching cars under its own brand, too. Indeed, it’s had a surprisingly good start, already outselling some well-established names in Britain.

The automaker has already launched the Chery Tiggo 7, 8, and 9- all SUVs - ranging from a medium five-seater to a supersize seven-seater. But now the compact crossover Tiggo 4 is here.

Like many Chery-Jaecoo-Omoda cars, the model also has a few letters after its name - in this case, 'CSH’, which stands for Chery Super Hybrid. It is aiming to win customers from the likes of Dacia, MG, Toyota and Vauxhall- as well as entries from Skoda and Volkswagen - by doing what these newcomer Chinese brands do best: offer everything imaginable for very little.

Unlike many of these new Chinese manufacturers, though, this one isn’t an EV - in fact, it doesn’t plug into the mains at all. It is a full hybrid (HEV) - so self-charging - meaning this promises improved fuel economy for those who aren’t ready to switch to plugging it in yet.

But is there enough substance to match the style?

What are the Pros & Cons of the Chery Tiggo 4?

Pros:

• Well-equipped for such a cheap car
• Interior is lovely
• Practical for a compact crossover

Cons:

• Steering is vague
• Ride can be unsettled
• Boot has an awkward hump

What are the first impressions of the Chery Tiggo 4?

If you’re familiar with the Tiggo 7, 8 or 9, you’ll instantly recognise the Tiggo 4, which inherits the same design language. The front is dominated by a large Audi-esque grille, even mimicking the German manufacturer’s rounded hexagonal shape.

Two large cutouts come off the sides of the grille like air intakes, accommodating a vertical lightbar on each side, rather like a “tiger claw”. Meanwhile, the main headlights are quite thin and sit just above these cutouts.

Grey cladding surrounds the Tiggo 4’s outer extremities, with a thick lump along the side skirts, while creases and indentations sit above it, including along the top of the doors. There is a sloping roofline, but it’s a modest slope. The rear looks quite stylish, with a substantial horizontal lightbar spanning the tailgate and bearing the manufacturer's name.

It is bookended by the high roof spoiler, which doesn’t intrude too much over the top of the back window, and thickened cladding at the bottom, while the number plate sits between the lightbar and the lower bumper.

What are the Chery Tiggo 4’s key features?

The Tiggo 4 CSH is available in two trim levels: Aspire and Summit.

Entry-level Aspire gets you 17-inch alloy wheels, two 12.3-inch screens for the infotainment and digital instrumentation, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, voice control, DAB radio, keyless entry, remote start, and a dual-zone climate control system.

You also get LED headlights and taillights, a rear-view camera, fabric upholstery, heated wing mirrors and electric windows. The range-topping Summit trim adds synthetic eco-leather seats and steering wheel, heated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat, a cooled wireless phone charger, privacy glass, and an upgraded 360-degree surround-view camera.

An enhanced six-speaker audio system, power folding door mirrors, and rear privacy glass are also part of the package. Those wanting a bit of power won’t be shortchanged - especially given how much of the grunt comes from the electric motor.

While the 1.5-litre petrol engine produces only 96PS on its own, the total system output is 204PS. It comes with a one-speed DHT (dedicated hybrid transmission) offering front wheel drive only.

What’s the performance and drive like with the Chery Tiggo 4?

We are test-driving the Tiggo 4 in range-topping Summit trim, though the performance is identical in Aspire trim. Zero to 62mph takes 8.9 seconds - perfectly acceptable in a compact crossover - and it’s quicker than several rivals. There is a satisfying strength to the acceleration off the line, but the car does feel a tad strained as you approach national speed limits. The Tiggo 4’s top speed is only 93mph, so you’re getting towards the upper ends of its capabilities when you’re trying to accelerate up to maximum legal motorway speeds.

As a result, if you’re trying to overtake, don’t expect the same level of keenness when putting your foot down. The Tiggo 4 isn’t built for long stretches of engineless driving, but it can handle short distances. Therefore, the stop-start nature of the morning rush hour on the school run or the commute to work helps preserve your petrol supply. The transition between engine on and off is seamless and, particularly in Eco mode, barely noticeable. Unless you accelerate hard, the engine is reasonably quiet and travels along smoothly, especially as this mode restricts the Tiggo 4 from scaling far up the rev range, but this can make the car feel restrained.

Sport mode allows it to demonstrate its full potential, but the performance comes at the cost of volume, and the engine can sound a bit raucous. The difference is stark, with smoothness replaced by sudden jerkiness at times. Ride comfort is generally okay on smoother roads, but when the going gets bumpier, it can jostle about a bit and thud over potholes, so absorption levels are bettered by plenty of foes. The suspension setup is arguably firmer than the competition, but while the handling isn’t bad, it’s nothing special either.

The tyres provide plenty of grip, and the Tiggo 4 controls body roll well around corners, but it's unspectacular and offers no advantage over more comfortable opponents. It is not helped by the steering, which feels too vague and lacks feedback around bends. 

Eco mode is fine for towns; the steering doesn’t firm up much unless you switch to Sport mode, but even then, it offers no real increase in precision or responsiveness. As a result, making tiny adjustments to the wheel when driving down a long, straight road means moving the wheel a lot more than you would in just about any other car.

Wind and road noise are fine at low speeds, but get noticeably louder as you go quicker. At least decelerating is good, thanks to the brake pedal providing a smooth, consistent braking action.

What are the running costs and emissions for the Chery Tiggo 4?

Thanks to the small 1.83kWh battery, the Chery Tiggo 4 returns 53.2mpg, emitting 120g/km of CO2. That is not bad, but several rivals can get into the 60s, including the Toyota Yaris Cross, whose official figure beats it by 20%.

In fact, some competitors have petrol non-hybrids that can get close to the Tiggo 4’s figure. The CO2 emissions are okay, but the first year’s road tax will still set you back £455, reverting to the standard flat rate (which is now £200) after that.

Anything in the triple figures won't be attractive as a company car - low Benefit-In-Kind tax bands are reserved for plug-in hybrids and, especially, full EVs Chery is a new marque, so it’s too early to gauge its reliability, but peace of mind - even when you’re leasing - can be gained by knowing a seven-year, 100,000-mile warranty is attached to the brand's models. And the company is so confident in its products that the battery in the Tiggo 4’s hybrid system gets its own eight-year, 100,000-mile guarantee, too.

What’s the interior and technology like with the Chery Tiggo 4?

It is no surprise that cheaper cars tend to come with cheap interiors - but happily, the Tiggo 4 seems to be the exception to the rule. It looks delightful, with plenty of soft-to-the-touch, plush surfaces.

The flat-bottomed steering wheel is nice to hold, and there are piano-black multifunction controls, silver trim surrounds, and a bold double-spoke at the six o’clock position. The use of silver to brighten things up is very welcome - most of the centre console is entirely bathed in a brushed aluminium effect, including the surround of the drive selector, and the engine start button. Of course, very little actual metal is used - most of it is plastic, which is to be expected in a car with such a low leasing price - but none of it feels fragile unless you look lower down. If you want true luxury, you’ll have to fork out for it, but in terms of cabin design, Chery has excelled here, especially as the switches and buttons are well-damped, too.

Behind the steering wheel, on the dashboard, the top layer of the upholstery curves upwards, away from the lower part of the dash, creating a gap where the two 12.3-inch digital screens sit. They are housed in a slot in this gap, sitting next to each other like a very long docked tablet. 

The left-hand screen is, naturally, touch-sensitive, enabling you to use the infotainment system, which offers a high-resolution display and an interface that responds to taps, swipes, and other gestures. Its menu layout is pleasingly simple, too, though some of the text on the icons is a bit small to read clearly while driving.

Some rivals offer a more comprehensive selection of menus and settings, but many of those systems risk being overcomplicated, especially when operating them on the move. This, however, feels nice and simple, but not basic either. There are quite a lot of controls outside the touchscreen, too, for operating various things, which is welcome. For instance, even though some of the climate settings are still found within the touchscreen, adjusting the heating can be done via a panel beneath the air vents.

The identically sized digital instrument screen is also pin sharp and informative, but doesn’t offer much in the way of customisability, nor can it display the SatNav map. Nevertheless, the interior is so impressive that it's easy to overlook any shortcomings.

Just because the cabin is cheap doesn’t mean it has to look cheap - and Chery deserves a lot of credit for creating an interior that most will perceive as being fit for a much more expensive car.

Is the Chery Tiggo 4 practical, and how big is the boot?

Finding a good driving position in the Tiggo 4 is simple, thanks to plenty of seat and steering wheel adjustment. It is easier still in our Summit-trimmed test car, as we get six-way electric adjustment.

The seats are comfortable, and you sit fairly high up for a compact SUV crossover, giving you a good view at road junctions, though the front windscreen pillars aren’t the thinnest. They are very broad at the back as well, limiting your rearward visibility, and although the roof spoiler doesn't obstruct the rear windscreen, the glass is still rather shallow in the first place.

Parking sensors for the rear and a reversing camera are offered on the Aspire model, while the Summit car we’re driving adds front sensors and upgrades to a 360-degree surround-view camera. There is a notable amount of space inside, with front occupants having plenty of room to get comfortable, while even taller drivers won’t be struggling for headroom despite the high driving position.

It is pretty good in the back, too, with little compromise on headroom, as the slope in the roofline is only slight, and there's a respectable amount of legroom. Three in the back is still a tight squeeze, but it’s more doable than in some cars - there isn’t a flat floor, but the floor hump down the middle isn’t particularly big.

In terms of boot space, 430 litres is offered, which isn’t class-leading but is larger than many rivals'. However, annoyingly, there’s an awkward bulge in the far right of the floor to accommodate the battery, which will make it challenging to slide larger items in flat. Space expands to 1,155 litres with the rear seats down - they only fold in a 60:40 split, which is typical for this class.

As you'd expect at this car leasing price point, there's no underfloor storage or height adjustment, and you can't expand the cargo space by sliding or reclining the rear bench. There is plenty of cabin storage, with a couple of cupholders, a large area underneath the central armrest, and fairly big door bins, especially in the front. However, the glove compartment is only average in size.

How safe is the Chery Tiggo 4?

The Tiggo 4 only earned a four-star rating in Euro NCAP testing in 2025. It scored 79% for adults, 85% for children and 80% for safety assists.

As standard, you get automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist and departure warning, front collision warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. It also includes speed limit recognition, blind spot monitoring, and traffic sign recognition.

Can I choose optional extras with the Chery Tiggo 4?

Not really.

Chinese brands tend to tempt you by throwing everything in as standard, so there’s nothing extra to pick apart from the body colour. Arctic white is the default trim level, while black, silver, grey, dark grey, and red are available as alternatives and cost extra.

What are the rival cars to the Chery Tiggo 4?

The Tiggo 4’s main foes include the Dacia Duster, MG ZS Hybrid+, Vauxhall Frontera Hybrid and Toyota Yaris Cross. The Renault Captur E-Tech, Skoda Kamiq, and Volkswagen T-Cross are also worth considering.

Check out the Ford Puma if full hybridity isn’t a must-have - it’s only available as a mild hybrid.

What’s the final verdict on the Chery Tiggo 4?

The Chery Tiggo 4 is an impressive entry into the UK market, with features that will ruffle some rivals’ feathers, even if it does have its shortcomings. It can feel a bit lacking at higher speeds - and the fuel economy isn't as impressive as some competitors'.

A few alternatives offer a more comfortable ride; the Tiggo 4 isn’t much fun to drive; the steering isn't particularly responsive; it's quite loud at speed; and that hump in the boot might be inconvenient at times, too.

The four-star safety rating doesn't impress either, though it's on par with, or even better than, some challengers in this segment of the market. But all these are comparatively minor gripes, and the positives outweigh the negatives.

Lower-speed performance is great; it comes with lots of standard equipment you won't necessarily get on rivals; its boot capacity exceeds most competitors; and the infotainment system is uncomplicated and nice to use.

And, of course, there’s the cabin - an interior that looks superb for a car this cheap, and few of the materials feel as inexpensive as the leasing price would have you believe. Overall, Chery has done a fine job of making a car that competes well in a critically important market segment, offering excellent value for money.

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