VS
At a Glance
Power
280 kW
135kW@5500
Torque
610 Nm
240Nm@1600
Fuel
5.5 when hybrid battery discharged / 1.5
8.1
Towing
1425 Kg
1000
0-100 km/h
—
8.3
Engine
1499 cc
1598
Choosing between the Chery Tiggo 9 and the MINI COUNTRYMAN is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Chery Tiggo 9 delivers 280 kW while the MINI COUNTRYMAN produces 135kW@5500. On fuel, the Tiggo 9 returns 5.5 when hybrid battery discharged / 1.5 combined l/100km while the COUNTRYMAN uses 8.1 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R839 900 for the Tiggo 9 and R433 079 for the COUNTRYMAN. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
280 kW
135kW@5500
Torque
610 Nm
240Nm@1600
0-100 kph
—
8.3
Top Speed
—
205
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1499 cc
1598
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol-electric hybrid
UNLEADED
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
AUTOMATIC
Number of Gears
—
6
Drive Wheels
front
ALL
Full Time 4x4
—
✗
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
5.5 when hybrid battery discharged / 1.5
8.1
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
10.9
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
6.5
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 litre + 18.3 kWh l
47
CO2 Emissions
33 combined g/km
189
Dimensions
Length
4810 mm
4110
Width
1925 mm
1789
Height
1741 mm
1561
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2595
Ground Clearance
147-183 mm
149
Kerb Weight
2308 Kg
1405
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Load Volume
448-2065 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1425 Kg
1000
Load Capacity
—
1170
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
10
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
—
Optional
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
Optional
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
✓ Standard
Optional
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
Optional
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
7 vehicle / 10 engine for 1st owner / 10
24
Warranty Distance
150000 vehicle / 1000000 engine for 1st
—
Service Plan
✓ Standard
M
Service Plan Years
7
—
Service Plan Distance
90000
—
Service Intervals
15000
25000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Chery Tiggo 9
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Tiggo 9
Fuel Economy
Tiggo 9
Value
COUNTRYMAN
Practicality
Tiggo 9
Pros & Cons
Chery Tiggo 9
Better fuel economy (5.5 when hybrid battery discharged / 1.5 combined l/100km)
Higher towing capacity (1425 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
MINI COUNTRYMAN
Lower starting price (R433 079)
Higher fuel consumption (8.1)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Tiggo 9 or COUNTRYMAN?
The Tiggo 9 uses 5.5 when hybrid battery discharged / 1.5 combined l/100km and the COUNTRYMAN uses 8.1 on the combined cycle. The Tiggo 9 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Tiggo 9 or COUNTRYMAN?
The Tiggo 9 produces 280 kW and 610 Nm of torque while the COUNTRYMAN delivers 135kW@5500 and 240Nm@1600 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Tiggo 9 and COUNTRYMAN?
The Tiggo 9 starts from R839 900 and the COUNTRYMAN from R433 079. The COUNTRYMAN is cheaper by R406 821 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Tiggo 9 or COUNTRYMAN?
The Tiggo 9 has a braked towing capacity of 1425 Kg and the COUNTRYMAN can tow 1000. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Tiggo 9 or the COUNTRYMAN?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.