Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM2,900 more than the RM85,900 Honda City Hatchback, but brings a 145 hp/210 Nm turbo engine against 119 hp/145 Nm, with peak torque arriving at 1,750 rpm rather than 4,300 rpm. It also has a 380-litre boot, 18-inch wheels and a 7-year/150,000 km warranty. The Honda is 319 kg lighter, gets Honda Sensing steering correction and its ULTRA Seat. Both have six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want stronger turbocharged pulling power, a 380-litre boot and much fuller comfort and parking equipment.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you prefer the lower purchase and road-tax costs, 319 kg lower weight, steering correction and ULTRA Seat flexibility.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Honda City Hatchback RM85,900.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Honda City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Weight: Chery Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg; Honda City Hatchback 1,149 kg.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Honda City Hatchback 289 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; Honda City Hatchback 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Honda City Hatchback 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp/210 Nm turbo engine, with peak torque from 1,750 rpm.
- 380-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank.
- Dual-zone climate control, rear vents, 360-degree camera and wireless phone charging.
- 319 kg heavier than the Honda City Hatchback.
- No lane-keeping assist, while the Honda has steering correction.
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM90.
City Hatchback
- RM2,900 lower purchase price and RM90 annual road tax.
- 319 kg lighter, with Honda Sensing steering correction.
- ULTRA Seat and a full-size spare tyre.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross's 145 hp and 210 Nm.
- 289-litre boot is 91 litres smaller.
- Manual air-con, no rear air vents and no reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM85,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,149 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 289 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
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 Cross & City Hatchback for sale
Tiggo Cross vs City Hatchback FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Honda City Hatchback better?
The Tiggo Cross is the better-equipped and more powerful choice, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and 360-degree camera. Choose the City Hatchback for lower cost, lower weight, steering correction and ULTRA Seat versatility.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM2,900 more than the Honda City Hatchback.
Which has the stronger engine?
The Tiggo Cross does. Its 1.5-litre turbo makes 145 hp and 210 Nm, versus the City Hatchback's 119 hp and 145 Nm from its naturally aspirated 1.5-litre engine. The Chery's peak torque also arrives earlier, at 1,750 rpm versus 4,300 rpm.
