Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) vs Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

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)
Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) side viewPetrol
Hyundai

Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

Rs 1,65,96,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
2497 cc
Power
277 bhp
Boot
547 L
Price and all trims of the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro starts at Rs 1.05 crore and the Hyundai Santa Fe at Rs 1.66 crore in Nepal, so the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro costs Rs 60.96 lakh less (58%). The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro returns about 12 kmpl. Engines are 1598 cc and 2497 cc. Figures on this page are for the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) and the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel).

Boot space is 479 litres in the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe.

What's different

Spec
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
PriceRs 60.96 lakh apartRs 105 lakhRs 165.96 lakh
Engine899 cc apart1598 cc2497 cc
Torque132 Nm apart290 Nm422 Nm
Ground clearance27 mm apart204 mm177 mm
Boot space68 L apart479 L547 L
Fuel tank20 L apart51 L71 L

Full specifications

Engine and performance

8 of 8 differ
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
Engine1598 cc2497 cc
CylindersNot listed4
Max power197 PS @ 5500 rpm277 bhp
Max torque290 Nm (1.6T) / 390 Nm (2.0T)422 Nm
Gearbox7-Speed Wet DCT8-Speed DCT
DriveFWD / AWD (Intelligent All-Wheel Drive)AWD (HTRAC)
Top speedNot listed210 km/h
AccelerationNot listed7.8 s (0-100 km/h)

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
Mileage (company claim)12 kmplNot listed
Fuel tank51 litres71 litres

Size, weight and space

8 of 8 differ
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
Length4800 mm4830 mm
Width1860 mm1890 mm
Height1746 mm1680 mm
Wheelbase2710 mm2765 mm
Ground clearance204 mm177 mm
Kerb weight1800 kgNot listed
Seats75
Boot space479 litres547 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
Est. EMIRs 1,33,900/monthRs 2,11,600/month

Features

17 of 33 differ
Chery Tiggo 8 ProHyundai Santa Fe
NCAP RatingNot listed5-star IIHS
AirbagsYes7
ABS / StabilityYesABS + EBD + ESC
TPMSYesYes
ISOFIXYesYes
Hill HoldYesYes
Hill Descent ControlNot listedYes
Cruise ControlAdaptive (ACC)Adaptive (ACC)
Emergency Braking (AEB)YesYes
Forward Collision WarningNot listedYes
Lane AssistYesLane Keep + Lane Follow Assist
Blind Spot DetectionYesYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYesYes
360° CameraYesYes
Reverse CameraNot listedYes
Parking SensorsNot listedFront + Rear
Auto HoldYesYes
Driver Attention MonitorYesYes
Auto High BeamNot listedYes
Auto HeadlampsYesYes
Climate ControlYesDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramicPanoramic
Heated/Ventilated SeatsHeated + VentilatedHeated + Ventilated front seats
Keyless Entry & StartYesYes
Drive ModesNot listedEco / Normal / Sport / Smart
Ambient LightingNot listedYes
Electronic Parking BrakeYesYes
Infotainment12.3-inch dual12.3-inch touchscreen
Instrument ClusterNot listed12.3-inch digital
ConnectivityNot listedApple CarPlay, Android Auto
Wireless ChargingYesYes
Sound SystemNot listed8 speakers
Connected Car TechYesYes

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. EV range is shown as WLTP or a WLTP-equivalent estimate, with the company claim and its test cycle beside it. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if you want to spend less or you need room for 7.

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if

  • You want to spend less
  • You need room for 7
  • You often use rough or broken roads

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if

  • You need more boot space
  • You want a bigger engine

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

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Chery Tiggo 8 Pro (Premium Flagship) vs Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) FAQs

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro or Hyundai Santa Fe: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro may suit you if you want to spend less or you need room for 7. The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and Hyundai Santa Fe?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro starts at Rs 1.05 crore and the Hyundai Santa Fe at Rs 1.66 crore in Nepal, so the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro costs Rs 60.96 lakh less (58%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and Hyundai Santa Fe have?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has a 1598 cc engine making 197 PS @ 5500 rpm. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp.
What gearbox do the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and Hyundai Santa Fe use?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro uses a 7-Speed Wet DCT gearbox and the Hyundai Santa Fe a 8-Speed DCT gearbox.
Which has more space, Tiggo 8 Pro or Santa Fe?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro seats 7 and the Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5. Boot space is 479 litres against 547 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Tiggo 8 Pro or Santa Fe?
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has 204 mm of ground clearance and the Hyundai Santa Fe has 177 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.