Chery Tiggo 9 hybrid 2026 review Australia: New PHEV undercuts Toyota Kluger Hybrid family SUV

CarsGuide’s Laura Berry takes a close look at the 2026 Chery Tiggo 9, the brand’s new large SUV flagship. This review covers the full Australian line-up, from entry-level variants to the top-spec models, with details on pricing, design and key equipment across the range. Inside, the Tiggo 9’s cabin layout, materials and technology are examined in depth, along with second and third-row space, boot capacity and overall practicality for family buyers. The review also highlights key comfort and safety features, including Chery’s latest driver-assist systems. On the road, Laura tests the Tiggo 9’s turbocharged powertrain and ride quality in urban and highway conditions, assessing performance, handling and refinement. The review also compares it against large SUV rivals like the Mazda CX-8, Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento, with a focus on value and what the Tiggo 9 brings to Australian buyers in 2026. #Chery #Tiggo9 #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:41 Design 02:08 Pricing and features 02:53 Practicality 04:16 Driving 05:06 Under the bonnet 06:29 Efficiency 10:38 Driving continued 12:11 Safety 13:09 Ownership 13:30 Driving continued 14:58 Verdict -- Read Laura's full review: https://bit.ly/44bn06g Check out our Chery Tiggo 9 hub: https://bit.ly/4rGctdn Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/3QVs1X1 Visit our EVGuide: https://bit.ly/3UHO9GT -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au