Verdict
At RM159,800, the Tiggo 8 costs RM71,000 more than the RM88,800 Tiggo Cross, but it is a fundamentally larger D-segment seven-seater: 407 mm longer with a 100 mm longer wheelbase. Its plug-in hybrid system adds a 201 hp, 310 Nm motor, an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km of EV range, making home or workplace charging central to its case. The Cross is the simpler five-seat B-SUV, yet its 380-litre boot beats the Tiggo 8’s 193 litres with all seven seats in use.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid driving with 90 km of EV range and the larger cabin footprint.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if a RM71,000 saving, a five-seat layout and a larger 380-litre boot matter more than electrified running and a third row.
Key differences
- Price: Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Tiggo Cross RM88,800.
- Seating: Tiggo 8 has 7 seats; Tiggo Cross has 5 seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm and 2,710 mm; Tiggo Cross is 4,318 mm and 2,610 mm.
- Boot space: Tiggo 8 has 193 litres; Tiggo Cross has 380 litres.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 8 has a 201 hp/310 Nm motor, 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km EV range; Tiggo Cross has no motor, battery or EV range.
- Rear suspension: Tiggo 8 uses multi-link; Tiggo Cross uses a torsion beam.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats and a 2,710 mm wheelbase.
- 90 km EV range from an 18.3 kWh battery.
- Eight airbags and lane-keeping steering correction.
- RM71,000 dearer than the Tiggo Cross.
- 193-litre boot is 187 litres smaller with all seats in use.
Tiggo Cross
- RM71,000 lower purchase price.
- 380-litre boot.
- Lighter 1,468 kg kerb weight and 145 hp petrol engine.
- Only five seats versus the Tiggo 8’s seven.
- No lane-keeping assist.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Tiggo 8’s multi-link setup.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM88,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,318 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,468 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 380 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Tiggo 8 & Tiggo Cross for sale
Tiggo 8 vs Tiggo Cross FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Chery Tiggo Cross better?
The Tiggo 8 is better for families needing seven seats and plug-in hybrid capability, including 90 km of EV range. The Tiggo Cross is the more rational choice for buyers who need five seats, a 380-litre boot and a much lower outlay.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM71,000 more than the Chery Tiggo Cross. That gap brings a seven-seat D-segment body, plug-in hybrid hardware, 90 km EV range, multi-link rear suspension and two extra airbags.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Chery Tiggo Cross has the bigger quoted boot at 380 litres, against 193 litres for the Tiggo 8. The Tiggo 8 trades luggage room for its third-row seating, while the Cross is a conventional five-seater.
