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Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard side viewHybrid
Subaru

Forester 2.0i-L Standard

Rs 1,50,00,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1995 cc
Power
150 bhp
Mileage
10.7 kmpl
Boot
496 L
Price and all trims of the Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) side viewPetrol
Chery

Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship)

Rs 1,05,00,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1598 cc
Power
197 PS
Mileage
12 kmpl
Boot
479 L
Price and all trims of the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship)

The Subaru Forester starts at Rs 1.5 crore and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro at Rs 1.05 crore in Nepal, so the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro costs Rs 45 lakh less (43%). The Subaru Forester returns about 10.7 kmpl and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro about 12 kmpl. Engines are 1995 cc and 1598 cc. Figures on this page are for the Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship).

Boot space is 496 litres in the Subaru Forester and 479 litres in the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro.

What's different

Spec
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
PriceRs 45 lakh apartRs 150 lakhRs 105 lakh
Engine397 cc apart1995 cc1598 cc
Mileage1.3 kmpl apart10.7 kmpl12 kmpl
Torque94 Nm apart196 Nm290 Nm
Ground clearance16 mm apart220 mm204 mm
Fuel tank12 L apart63 L51 L

Listed only on the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro: Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, 360° Camera, Driver Attention Monitor, Wireless Charging.

Full specifications

Engine and performance

8 of 8 differ
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
Engine1995 cc1598 cc
Cylinders4Not listed
Max power150 bhp @ 6,000 rpm197 PS @ 5500 rpm
Max torque196 Nm @ 4,000 rpm290 Nm (1.6T) / 390 Nm (2.0T)
GearboxLineartronic CVT7-Speed Wet DCT
DriveAWDFWD / AWD (Intelligent All-Wheel Drive)
Top speed195 km/hNot listed
Acceleration10.9 s (0-100 km/h)Not listed

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
Mileage (company claim)10.7 kmpl12 kmpl
Fuel tank63 litres51 litres

Size, weight and space

8 of 8 differ
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
Length4640 mm4800 mm
Width1815 mm1860 mm
Height1730 mm1746 mm
Wheelbase2670 mm2710 mm
Ground clearance220 mm204 mm
Kerb weightNot listed1800 kg
Seats57
Boot space496 litres479 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
Est. EMIRs 1,91,200/monthRs 1,33,900/month

Features

28 of 32 differ
Subaru ForesterChery Tiggo 8 Pro
NCAP Rating5-star Euro NCAP (2019)Not listed
Airbags7Yes
ABS / Stability4-channel ABS with EBD and Brake AssistYes
TPMSYesYes
ISOFIXYesYes
Hill HoldYesYes
Hill Descent ControlYesNot listed
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with EyeSightAdaptive (ACC)
Emergency Braking (AEB)Pre-Collision Braking (EyeSight)Yes
Forward Collision WarningPre-Collision Warning (EyeSight)Not listed
Lane AssistLane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist (EyeSight)Yes
Blind Spot DetectionNoYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertNoYes
360° CameraNoYes
Reverse CameraRear-view cameraNot listed
Parking SensorsRear parking sensorsNot listed
Auto HoldYesYes
Driver Attention MonitorNoYes
Auto High BeamHigh Beam AssistNot listed
Auto HeadlampsLED headlamps with auto on/offYes
Climate ControlDual-zone automatic climate controlYes
SunroofNoPanoramic
Heated/Ventilated SeatsNoHeated + Ventilated
Keyless Entry & StartKeyless entry with push-button startYes
Drive ModesX-MODE with Snow/Dirt mode (Symmetrical AWD)Not listed
Electronic Parking BrakeElectronic parking brakeYes
Infotainment8-inch touchscreen with Subaru Starlink12.3-inch dual
Instrument ClusterAnalogue cluster with 4.2-inch colour MIDNot listed
ConnectivityApple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USBNot listed
Wireless ChargingNoYes
Sound System6-speaker audioNot listed
Connected Car TechNoYes

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Subaru Forester may suit you if you often use rough or broken roads or you want a bigger engine.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills.

The Subaru Forester may suit you if

  • You often use rough or broken roads
  • You want a bigger engine

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if

  • You want to spend less
  • You want lower fuel bills
  • You need room for 7

Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.

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For every trim and the latest price, see Subaru Forester price in Nepal and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.

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Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) FAQs

Subaru Forester or Chery Tiggo 8 Pro: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Subaru Forester may suit you if you often use rough or broken roads or you want a bigger engine. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills.
What is the price difference between Subaru Forester and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro?
The Subaru Forester starts at Rs 1.5 crore and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro at Rs 1.05 crore in Nepal, so the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro costs Rs 45 lakh less (43%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Forester or Tiggo 8 Pro?
The Subaru Forester returns about 10.7 kmpl and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro about 12 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Subaru Forester and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro have?
The Subaru Forester has a 1995 cc engine making 150 bhp @ 6,000 rpm. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has a 1598 cc engine making 197 PS @ 5500 rpm.
How far can the Forester and Tiggo 8 Pro go on a full tank?
The Subaru Forester has a 63 litre tank, about 674 km at 10.7 kmpl. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has a 51 litre tank, about 612 km at 12 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Subaru Forester and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro use?
The Subaru Forester uses a Lineartronic CVT gearbox and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro a 7-Speed Wet DCT gearbox.
Which has more space, Forester or Tiggo 8 Pro?
The Subaru Forester seats 5 and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro seats 7. Boot space is 496 litres against 479 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Forester or Tiggo 8 Pro?
The Subaru Forester has 220 mm of ground clearance and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has 204 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.