Hybrid SUV Comparison: We put Yaris Cross & Tiggo 4 Head-to-Head for 2026

2026 Best small hybrid SUV in Australia is trying to decide between a budget Chinese SUV stacking up really against a proven Japanese brand! This comparison looks at what actually matters for buyers choosing between the Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid and the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid.

We compare real world pricing, running costs, warranty coverage, fuel economy, hybrid behaviour and day to day drivability to see which small hybrid SUV makes the most sense in Australia. The Tiggo 4 Hybrid brings strong value, modern interior tech, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a long feature list for the money. The Yaris Cross Hybrid leans on refinement, resale value, smoother hybrid transitions and the fundamentals Toyota is known for.
Chapters:
00:00 Can Chery disrupt Toyota?
01:31 Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid vs Yaris Cross: what these small SUVs are
02:19 Tiggo 4 vs Yaris Cross pricing in Australia
03:04 Running costs and warranty: servicing and roadside assist compared
04:05 Does the Yaris look dated? Tiggo vs Yaris design
04:46 Hybrid powertrain basics: engine, CVT and battery size explained
05:31 Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid interior: screens, seats, storage and CarPlay
08:57 Yaris Cross interior: usability, tech gaps and camera quality
13:45 Tiggo 4 vs Yaris Cross as a family SUV in Australia
16:19 Yaris Cross vs Tiggo 4 | Boot space and practicality
18:38 How the Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid drives day to day
20:52 Safety systems: Tiggo 4 vs Yaris Cross | ANCAP debate
21:57 How the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid drives compared to Chinese Cars
23:40 Tiggo 4 vs Yaris Cross fuel economy test
27:01 Verdict: Which small Hybrid SUV is the smarter buy


You will see how these hybrid SUVs stack up on cabin tech and usability, smartphone mirroring, cameras, storage, rear seat space, child seat practicality, and boot design, including details that matter day to day like tyre quality, regen behaviour, annoying alerts, and small design decisions that affect comfort. We also run the same economy loop to see how close they get to claim figures and what that means for weekly fuel bills.

This is a practical hybrid SUV comparison focused on ownership, family use and long term value rather than spec sheet hype. If you are shopping for a budget hybrid SUV, weighing Toyota vs Chery, or deciding which small SUV is the smarter buy for the next five to ten years, this test is built for you.

Watch through for the final verdict, and let us know in the comments whether you would prioritise features and price or resale and drivability.
Presented by Feann Torr.

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