Verdict
The RM25,331 premium for the Chery Tiggo 8 buys a plug-in hybrid system with an 18.3-kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 6.6-kW AC/40-kW DC charging, plus seven seats rather than five. It is also 175 mm longer, carries eight airbags and adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Mazda CX-5 counters with a far larger 442-litre boot against 193 litres, 328 kg less mass and RM439 annual road tax versus RM120. For a family able to charge regularly, the Tiggo 8 is the more useful people mover; the CX-5 suits five-up buyers prioritising luggage space and lower entry cost.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, 90 km of claimed EV range and a longer seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if five seats are enough and its 442-litre boot, 1,588-kg kerb weight and lower purchase price matter more.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Mazda CX-5 RM134,469.
- Seating and boot: Tiggo 8 has 7 seats and 193 litres; CX-5 has 5 seats and 442 litres.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 8 is a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid with a 201-hp motor and 18.3-kWh battery; CX-5 is a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol model with 162 hp.
- EV capability: Tiggo 8 has 90 km EV range, 6.6-kW AC and 40-kW DC charging; CX-5 has no battery, EV range or charging provision.
- Safety: Tiggo 8 has 8 airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring; CX-5 has 6 airbags and neither system.
- Warranty: Tiggo 8 has 7 years/150,000 km plus 8 years/160,000 km for its battery and drive unit; CX-5 has 5 years/100,000 km.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats and 90 km EV range
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring
- Ventilated power front seats and 15.6-inch touchscreen
- RM25,331 more expensive
- 193-litre boot is 249 litres smaller
- 1,916 kg is 328 kg heavier
CX-5
- 442-litre boot
- RM25,331 lower purchase price
- 328 kg lighter with 162 hp
- Only five seats
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot monitoring
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM134,469✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 176 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 442 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| 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, 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 passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| 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 | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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.
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Tiggo 8 vs CX-5 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Mazda CX-5 better?
The Tiggo 8 is better for seven occupants, regular plug-in charging and active-safety equipment. The CX-5 is better if you carry five people with substantial luggage, because its boot is 442 litres versus 193 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM25,331 more than the Mazda CX-5. That gap brings plug-in hybrid hardware, seven seats, 90 km EV range, eight airbags and additional driver-assistance systems.
Can the Chery Tiggo 8 be charged externally?
Yes. The Tiggo 8 has an 18.3-kWh battery, 6.6-kW AC charging and 40-kW DC charging, with a claimed 90 km EV range. The petrol-only CX-5 has no external charging capability.
