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Crash-test data from the larger Tiggo 7 Pro mid-size SUV was used to derive Tiggo 4 Pro small SUV's five-star ANCAP safety rating.
The Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – one of Australia’s most affordable SUVs – has been awarded a maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating, but crash-test data was derived from the larger Tiggo 7 Pro model.
According to ANCAP, the Tiggo 4 Pro small SUV and Tiggo 7 Pro mid-size family SUV are “partner models”, with the former’s crash-test results extrapolated from the latter’s examination in 2023.
As such, both the Tiggo 4 Pro small SUV and Tiggo 7 Pro mid-size SUV share identical adult and child occupant protections tests with 88 and 87 per cent scores respectively.
Despite both Tiggo 4 Pro and Tiggo 7 Pro models sharing the same T1X platform, the former is a size-class smaller than the latter and both feature distinct front-end styling, as well as height, width, and weight.
The two Tiggo models also differ powertrains, with the Tiggo 4 Pro fitted with an 108kW/210Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder, while the Tiggo 7 Pro has a 137kW/275Nm 1.6-litre engine.
However, despite the differences, both the Tiggo 4’s test is in line with guidelines outlined by ANCAP.
“A partner model may not share the original rating if it is released in a calendar year mor than two years later than the date stamp of the original assessment,” according to ANCAP documentation.
The Tiggo 4 Pro also meets other criteria such as similar front seat belt anchorage points, the same number of side doors, and comparable engine block size.
ANCAP also allows variances in kerb mass (10 per cent either way), ride height (variance of 50mm), and wheelbase (plus or minus 10 per cent) for “partner models”.
This also means the Tiggo 4 Pro wears a 2023 date stamp – the same year the Tiggo 7 Pro was tested – and will have its rating expiry at the end of 2029.
As for the Tiggo 4 Pro’s pedestrian protection test, it notched a 79 per cent score, compared with the Tiggo 7 Pro’s 80 per cent, due to poorer pedestrian detection in the obstructed child running onto the road (day and night) scenario.
As stated above, ANCAP conducted its own advanced safety system tests, which yielded an 85 per cent score for the Tiggo 4 Pro compared to the 86 per cent of the Tiggo 7 Pro.
However, this five-star rating only applies to Tiggo 4 Pro models built after November, 2024, with earlier cars subject to a recall to update its autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system.
“Due to a software issue, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro vehicles built prior to 1 November 2024 may not currently comply with the Australian Government’s regulatory AEB requirements,” ANCAP said in the release.
“Affected vehicles may not have the Autonomous Emergency Brake (AEB) sound alarm activated. Owners of affected vehicles should contact their nearest Chery dealership to have their AEB software updated, free of charge.”
It is also explicitly stated that models tested by ANCAP had had this issue amended.
Chery Motor Australia Chief Executive Officer Lewis Lu said the Tiggo 4 Pro’s result continues the Chinese brand’s five-star streak that started with the Omoda 5.
“The Tiggo 4 embodies our deep commitment to safety and showcases Chery’s technical prowess in the era of smart vehicles," Lu said.
“This acknowledgement highlights our steadfast dedication to delivering vehicles that adhere to the most stringent safety standards, offering assurance and peace of mind to our customers”
Tung Nguyen has been in the automotive journalism industry for over a decade, cutting his teeth at various publications before finding himself at Drive in 2024. With experience in news, feature, review, and advice writing, as well as video presentation skills, Tung is a do-it-all content creator. Tung’s love of cars first started as a child watching Transformers on Saturday mornings, as well as countless hours on PlayStation’s Gran Turismo, meaning his dream car is a Nissan GT-R, with a Liberty Walk widebody kit, of course.
