Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800, against RM69,999 for the Perodua QV-E, but the latter carries a RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental for nine years. The QV-E is the quicker, more powerful choice on paper: its single motor makes 201 hp and 285 Nm, with a 370 km EV range and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The Tiggo Cross counters with a 380-litre boot, 60 litres more than the Perodua, rear air vents and dual-zone climate control. Its 1.5 litre turbo produces 145 hp and 210 Nm through a six-speed wet DCT.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you need the larger 380-litre boot, rear air vents and dual-zone climate control, and prefer petrol refuelling.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you want 201 hp, 285 Nm, a claimed 370 km EV range and lane-centring assistance for less upfront.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Perodua QV-E RM69,999 plus RM215 monthly BaaS rental for nine years.
- Powertrain: Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5 litre turbo petrol; QV-E 201 hp/285 Nm single electric motor.
- Range/fuel: Tiggo Cross 51-litre petrol tank; QV-E 52.5 kWh battery with 370 km EV range.
- Boot space: Tiggo Cross 380 litres; QV-E 320 litres.
- Dimensions: Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long and 1,830 mm wide; QV-E 4,170 mm long and 1,800 mm wide.
- Wheelbase: Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm; QV-E 2,680 mm.
Tiggo Cross
- 380-litre boot, 60 litres larger than the QV-E's.
- Dual-zone climate control and rear air vents.
- Rear side airbags, auto wipers and 360-degree camera.
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the QV-E's 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- No lane-keeping assist; the QV-E gets steering correction.
- Shorter 2,610 mm wheelbase than the QV-E's 2,680 mm.
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm and a quoted 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 52.5 kWh battery, 370 km range, 60 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go steering assist.
- 320-litre boot is 60 litres smaller than the Tiggo Cross's.
- No rear air vents and single-zone air-conditioning versus the Tiggo Cross's rear vents and dual-zone system.
- Six-year manufacturer warranty is one year shorter than the Tiggo Cross's seven years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM69,999✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | — |
| Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 285 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 370 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 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 | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | 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 and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 6 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 & QV-E for sale
Tiggo Cross vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Perodua QV-E better?
The QV-E is the stronger technical choice for EV buyers, with 201 hp, 285 Nm, 370 km range and lane-keeping steering correction. Choose the Tiggo Cross for its 380-litre boot, rear air vents, dual-zone climate control and petrol powertrain.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E is RM18,801 cheaper upfront at RM69,999 versus RM88,800 for the Tiggo Cross. However, the QV-E has a RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental inclusive of tax for nine years, adding RM23,220 across 108 months.
Which has more practical cabin and luggage space?
The Tiggo Cross has the larger boot at 380 litres against 320 litres, plus rear air vents and dual-zone automatic climate control. The QV-E has the longer wheelbase, at 2,680 mm versus 2,610 mm, and a rear centre armrest.
