VS
At a Glance
Power
145 kW
130kW@4000
Torque
290 Nm
392Nm@1800
Fuel
7.2 l/100km
6.5
Towing
—
1600
0-100 km/h
8.9 s
9.8
Engine
1598 cc
1995
Choosing between the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and the KIA Sportage is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro delivers 145 kW while the KIA Sportage produces 130kW@4000. On fuel, the Tiggo 8 Pro returns 7.2 l/100km while the Sportage uses 6.5 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R499 900 for the Tiggo 8 Pro and R379 995 for the Sportage. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
145 kW
130kW@4000
Torque
290 Nm
392Nm@1800
0-100 kph
8.9 s
9.8
Top Speed
190 Km/h
194
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1598 cc
1995
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
7
5
Drive Wheels
front
ALL
Full Time 4x4
—
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
7.2 l/100km
6.5
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
58
CO2 Emissions
172 g/km
174
Dimensions
Length
4720 mm
4445
Width
1860-2080 mm
1855
Height
1705 mm
1635
Wheelbase
2710 mm
2640
Ground Clearance
207 mm
172
Kerb Weight
1590 Kg
1574
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Load Volume
117 / 739 / 1930 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
1600
Load Capacity
—
1887
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
ESC
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✗
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
—
✗
Sunroof
✓ Standard
✗
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5 vehicle / 10 engine for 1st owner
60
Warranty Distance
150000 vehicle / 1000000 engine for 1st
100000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
5
—
Service Plan Distance
60000
—
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
KIA Sportage
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Tiggo 8 Pro
Fuel Economy
Sportage
Value
Sportage
Practicality
Sportage
Pros & Cons
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
Factory service plan included
Quicker 0-100 km/h (8.9 ss)
Higher fuel consumption (7.2 l/100km)
Higher starting price
KIA Sportage
Better fuel economy (6.5)
Lower starting price (R379 995)
Higher towing capacity (1600)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Tiggo 8 Pro or Sportage?
The Tiggo 8 Pro uses 7.2 l/100km and the Sportage uses 6.5 on the combined cycle. The Sportage is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Tiggo 8 Pro or Sportage?
The Tiggo 8 Pro produces 145 kW and 290 Nm of torque while the Sportage delivers 130kW@4000 and 392Nm@1800 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Tiggo 8 Pro and Sportage?
The Tiggo 8 Pro starts from R499 900 and the Sportage from R379 995. The Sportage is cheaper by R119 905 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Tiggo 8 Pro or Sportage?
The Tiggo 8 Pro has a braked towing capacity of 0 Kg and the Sportage can tow 1600. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Tiggo 8 Pro or the Sportage?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.