Verdict
At RM159,800, the Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM53,000 more than the Proton X90, but brings plug-in hybrid hardware: an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range, 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC charging. It also gets eight airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The X90 is the more space-efficient seven-seater, stretching 105 mm longer on a 95 mm longer wheelbase and carrying 257 litres behind the third row versus 193 litres. Its 178 hp and 290 Nm petrol engine also exceeds the Tiggo 8's engine-only figures, but the Chery adds a 201 hp, 310 Nm electric motor.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you can use its 90 km EV range and want plug-in hybrid capability, eight airbags and a fuller driver-assistance suite.
Pick the Proton X90 if RM53,000 saved, a 257-litre boot and the larger 4,830 mm body matter more than plug-in charging.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Proton X90 RM106,800.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 8 has a 1.5L plug-in hybrid with one 201 hp/310 Nm motor; X90 has a 1.5L petrol engine rated at 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- EV capability: Tiggo 8 has an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km EV range; X90 has no battery or EV range.
- Size: Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm long with a 2,710 mm wheelbase; X90 is 4,830 mm long with a 2,805 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Tiggo 8 193 litres; X90 257 litres.
- Safety: Tiggo 8 has 8 airbags; X90 has 6 airbags.
Tiggo 8
- 90 km EV range from an 18.3 kWh battery
- Eight airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
- 15.6-inch screen, 10-speaker Sony audio and ventilated front seats
- RM53,000 pricier
- 193-litre boot is 64 litres smaller
- 1,916 kg kerb weight is 221 kg heavier
X90
- RM106,800 entry price
- 257-litre boot and 2,805 mm wheelbase
- 178 hp and 290 Nm engine output
- No plug-in hybrid EV range or charging
- Six airbags versus eight
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| 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 | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 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 | — |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 257 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Giti Control P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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.
Used Tiggo 8 & X90 for sale
Tiggo 8 vs X90 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Proton X90 better?
The Tiggo 8 is better for buyers who can charge and want 90 km of EV range, eight airbags and autonomous braking. The X90 is better for a lower purchase price, a 257-litre boot and a 95 mm longer wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800 and the Proton X90 costs RM106,800, so the difference is RM53,000.
Which has more luggage space with all seven seats in use?
The Proton X90 has more quoted boot space: 257 litres, compared with 193 litres in the Chery Tiggo 8. That is a 64-litre advantage for the Proton.
