Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 to the Perodua Traz’s RM76,100, a RM12,700 jump that buys 145 hp and 210 Nm rather than 105 hp and 138 Nm, plus a seven-year warranty. But it is 323 kg heavier and its 380-litre boot trails the Traz’s 471 litres. The Traz is the more practical choice for carrying family luggage, with a full-size spare as well. Pick the Tiggo Cross for its stronger turbo motor, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want 145 hp, 210 Nm, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you prioritise a 471-litre boot, lower weight and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Perodua Traz RM76,100.
- Power: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp; Perodua Traz 105 hp.
- Torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 210 Nm; Perodua Traz 138 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Chery Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg; Perodua Traz 1,145 kg.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Perodua Traz 471 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; Perodua Traz five years/150,000 km.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre petrol motor
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Seven-year, 150,000-km warranty
- 380-litre boot is 91 litres smaller
- 1,468 kg kerb weight is 323 kg higher
- No spare tyre listed
Traz
- 471-litre boot and full-size 16-inch steel spare
- 1,145 kg kerb weight
- Steering correction lane assistance
- 105 hp and 138 Nm fall well behind the Tiggo Cross
- Five-year warranty is two years shorter
- No adaptive cruise control or 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM76,100✓ |
| 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 with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| 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 | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size 16" Steel |
| 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 | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear 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 |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC 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 |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| 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 & Traz for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Traz FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Perodua Traz better?
The Tiggo Cross is better for performance and driver-assistance equipment, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The Traz is better for luggage capacity, weighing 323 kg less and providing a 471-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM12,700 more than the Perodua Traz. That gap brings a 40 hp and 72 Nm advantage, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and a two-year longer warranty.
Which has the larger boot?
The Perodua Traz has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 380 litres in the Chery Tiggo Cross. The Traz also includes a full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre, while no spare is listed for the Chery.
