Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross makes the stronger numbers-led case: its 1.5-litre turbo produces 145 hp and 210 Nm, against the Mitsubishi Xforce’s 104 hp and 141 Nm, with torque arriving from 1,750 rpm rather than 4,000 rpm. The RM21,180 saving also brings six airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 10.25-inch wireless smartphone screen. The Xforce fights back with a 40-litre larger boot, a 40 mm longer wheelbase and local CKD assembly, but its lower outputs and four-airbag count make it harder to justify on specification alone.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want stronger 145 hp/210 Nm turbo performance, six airbags and more driver-assistance kit for less money.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if a 410-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seat and Malaysian CKD assembly matter more than outright output and safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980.
- Power and torque: Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Xforce 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Safety: Tiggo Cross has 6 airbags and autonomous braking; Xforce has 4 airbags and no autonomous braking.
- Boot space: Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Xforce 410 litres.
- Wheelbase and weight: Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm and 1,468 kg; Xforce 2,650 mm and 1,250 kg.
- Warranty: Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Xforce 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo engine
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- 10.25-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 380-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
- No space-saver spare tyre
- Only 60:40 rear-seat split versus 40:20:40
Xforce
- 410-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear-seat split
- Lighter 1,250 kg kerb weight
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- RM21,180 more expensive
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross
- Four airbags and no autonomous braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM109,980 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,250 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 410 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree view |
| 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 | 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 & Xforce for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Xforce FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Mitsubishi Xforce better?
The Tiggo Cross is the better-equipped choice, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Xforce mainly for its 410-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seat and unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 and the Mitsubishi Xforce costs RM109,980, so the Xforce is RM21,180 more expensive.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Tiggo Cross has the stronger safety list: six airbags, autonomous braking and collision warning. The Xforce has four airbags, blind-spot information and auto high beam, but no autonomous braking or collision warning.
