At long last, the Chery Tiggo Cross has been officially launched in Malaysia. This comes following two previews – first at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow and a second time near the end of June. Safe to say the arrival of the between-A-and-B-segment SUV has been heralded for some time, as it was one of three SUVs confirmed for our market back in October 2022 when Chery announced its return to Malaysia.
The Tiggo Cross can trace its roots to the Tiggo 5x, which first launched in China in 2017. This model (renamed to the Tiggo 4 for export markets) got its first facelift in 2019, with the second facelift introduced in 2019 (the ‘Pro’ moniker was added) – this was the car shown here over two years ago. The third facelift, which is currently for export markets, was revealed in 2024, and that’s the one being launched today.
The Tiggo Cross goes on sale as a locally-assembled (CKD) offering that comes in two variants, starting with the 1.5 Turbo that is priced at RM88,800 on-the-road without insurance. Your other option is the 1.5 Hybrid CSH at RM99,800, with ‘CSH’ standing ‘Chery Super Hybrid’.
In terms of powertrains, the Turbo features a 1.5 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine making 147 PS and 210 Nm of torque, with drive going to the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission to enable a 0-100 km/h time of 10.3 seconds in Sport mode (other options are Eco and Normal).
As for the Hybrid, its powertrain (also FWD) is based around a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine serving up 102 PS and 125 Nm. This is mated to Direct Hybrid Transmission (DHT) that has two integrated electric motors rated at 204 PS and 310 Nm.
It is a series-parallel hybrid system with five states, including EV (running on electricity only), Tandem (engine acts as a generator while the electric motor drives the wheels), Parallel (both the engine and electric motor working together), Direct Engine (engine directly drives the wheels at speeds above 80 km/h) and Energy Recovery (regenerative braking and coasting to charge the battery).
A 1.8-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery placed beneath the boot floor is linked to the electric motors and reduces the Hybrid variant’s boot space to 350 litres. The Turbo offers 380 litres of boot space, although both variants share the same 51-litre fuel tank. Claimed fuel consumption (undisclosed standard) is 6.3 l/100 km for the Turbo and 5.4 l/100 km for the Hybrid, the latter hybrid with a kerb weight of 1,565 kg versus the Turbo’s 1,468 kg.
The Tiggo Cross is also offered in different powertrain configurations from ours in other markets. For example, Indonesia gets a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine (116 PS and 138 Nm) and a CVT, while Australia gets the same turbo and hybrid options as us, but the former is equipped with a CVT instead of a DCT.
The Tiggo Cross measures 4,318 mm long, 1,830 mm wide, 1,670 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,610 mm, which makes it slightly smaller overall than a Omoda 5 and about the size of a Proton X50. Given the specs, dimensions and asking prices, the Tiggo Cross looks to attract cross-shoppers who have set a sub-RM100k budget for a new car.
It’s worth pointing out that the Hybrid variant of the Tiggo Cross at RM99,800 is now Malaysia’s cheapest hybrid car, considerably undercutting the Honda City 1.5L e:HEV RS that goes for RM111,900. We know one’s an SUV and the other’s a sedan, so an apples to apples comparison is the Nissan Kicks e-Power VL at RM113,800, which is now the second cheapest hybrid SUV you can buy here.
As we reported previously, the Tiggo Cross we’re getting is the latest 2024 facelift, which is different from the Tiggo 4 Pro (the model’s previous name) shown to us back in October 2022. Key changes from the pre-facelift model include a larger front grille with a black insert and surrounding trim, reshaped headlamps, full-width taillights and an overhauled interior that with conjoined screens on the dashboard.
Standard equipment for both variants includes LED headlamps, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, red brake callipers, roof rails, a rear spoiler, faux leather seat upholstery, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control with rear vents, a 15W wireless charging pad, keyless entry and start, a powered driver’s seat, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, a 540-degree camera and six speakers.
The Turbo variant gets 18-inch wheels, six airbags and an ADAS suite that includes lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, auto high beam, lane departure prevention, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking.
Curiously, the Hybrid variant receives smaller 17-inch wheels, but it has seven airbags and its ADAS suite is expanded to include functions like door opening warning, rear collision warning, rear cross traffic braking, lane change assist, emergency lane keeping, multi-collision brake and traffic jam assist. The Hybrid is also differentiated from the Turbo on inside with its gloss black-finished steering wheel buttons and ‘CHERY’ lettering on the steering wheel hub.
The Tiggo Cross comes with a seven-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty, with the Hybrid variant gaining an additional eight-year, 160,000-km warranty for its battery, motors and hybrid control unit. Both variants come with seven years of free towing service and are offered in four colours, albeit with a slight difference.
Carbon Black, Phantom Grey and Khaki White are available for both variants, but the Turbo can be had in an exclusive Blood Stone Red, while the Hybrid’s variant-specific hue is Moonlight Silver. Chery Malaysia is offering an early bird package to buyers which includes two years of free service – this is for the first 2,000 customers until September 30, 2025.
Given everything you now know about the Tiggo Cross, what do you think of it? Is it a good buy? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
2025 Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 Hybrid CSH
2025 Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 Turbo
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Nice
Many years ago
People waiting for T-Cross
After many years
Finally is here Tiggo-Cross
Not worth it . Better get the Tiggo 7 pro which currently offer good discount
This caniballized Tiggo7, Jaecoo J7, Omoda C5 sales.
china is the moyang of kia su people, they compete in everything even their right hand and left hand are constantly competing against each others.
competition is how you improve. better than some m type always begging govt to give quota/ subsidy/ tingkat, so that m type can uphold their “dignity”
Tiggo 7 is different comparison with this car
rip toyota yaris cross/perodua nexis
And vios too
Please don’t predict way too early about Perodua Nexis as the Nexis is to date, still an inexistent product yet to be FORMALLY launched in Malaysia
Bungkuslah x50 lepas ni
Tunggu lagi 1 tahun ada jual big diskaun.
If only that ADAS suite is standard across the range… then it would be a no-brainer choice compared to its rivals
Cheaper than HRV. Honda must be powerful dreams
Now x50 getting pressure to announce price, if the premium more than rm88k maybe tiggo cross will divided out some potential buyers.
Im thinking what P1 SA going to goreng to boost X50 sales.
True. The lower end non-flagship all new X50 don’t even have wireless phone chargers. The only way to fight is to have lower prices, better warranty, lots of freebies, better financing terms and a huge cash rebate.
2017 model. Najib was still PM
Imagine the safety standard of this car
lmao the Honda HRV ad in this page
China cars the best
Automakers will always say they will make cars more fuel- efficient and with less engine noise, next think you know, they decided to put a CVT gearbox and detuned the HP. And went asked why they did it, they will say it’s too expensive to put a 6-speed Auto, 7-speed DCT or an 8-speed ZF Auto because that would increase the cost of the car. And when asked why they downsized the engine and Detuned the HP, they will say it’s because of emissions regulations . At this point, I feel like all these are just excuses from Automakers to downgrade their NEWER models and sell them with an expensive price tag…to make more profits. And now with soooo many many many…. SUVs
on the road, it makes the Automotive World feel sooo bland and soulless . I honestly missed those good old days with boxy Station Wagons, sedans and Hatchbacks.
Seeing Automakers just cutting-cost here and there , down-sizing their engines , detuned the HP, adding unnecessary features to their cars just to bring the prices up …… Is really pushing me to build my own dream car.
These are economical cars, not “dream car” level..
If your “dream car” is only at this level, you have to dream bigger..
I agree , you are one of the very few people that like the Old School cars…. that’s…..cool
Ya I’m starting to missed them.
Ya I understand Most Automakers used to make cool , fun and outstanding cars back then , nowadays Most Automakers are Sooo focus on profits to the point where they start to become greedy and selfish by cutting cost on the interior materials, (like you said) down-sized engines and Detuned the HP…..and then they will say become of too expensive to manufacture, emissions regulations and other excuses….. pathetic.
How is detuning HP help with the manufactuing cost? I think you’re just spewing nonense at this point.
Detuneing engines does not make rhe cost lower. Development cost maybe, but not overall cost if they make millions. The companies you mention already have this tech, so nothing relates with the profit.
Young drivers just dont see cars like you old lots. Its not performance/luxury anymore. Its just a mode of transport, with sustainability in mind. So, need to have operation cost as cheap as possible. You’ve been pampered with cheap fuel, that’s why you don’t care about FC.
Just buy the turbo variant..
save the 10k to pump petrol.
Dearest honda, this is how you present the brv
i dislike that large area of frit at the windscreen bottom. most chinese cars have them, so ugly
Then you don’t buy. Simple, outdated man
Said toyota salesman while scared that your poor safety vios is shaking
Bro you’re supposed to look at the road while driving, not the frit haiyaa.
Food for thought… A cheap car can only be cheap if its cheaply made…
is it wet or dry clutch DCT?
All Chinese DCT are wet clutch.
“Both variants come with 7 years of free towing service” …..
when a car manufacturer offers this many years of free towing service, get ready for regular breakdowns
Yup if you buy toyota, not this car brand and any brandw
You sound like toyota fanboy where hating kimchi brand till now that hates any brands since 2015, as many still remember
Very Popular car in Australia. So far its been doing well from a sales perspective over the last 2 years.
Yup, because you love outdated era while many people have move on from people like you that still living in outdated era. No wonder why you drive toyota
Once you buy this car, will not go back outdated like toyota that gives poor spec but lots of problems
You sound PRC.
You sound like toyota fanboy where hating kimchi brand till now that hates any brands since 2015, as many still remember
Good car
those complimenting getting lots of likes. some people are working hard
or they are getting likes because they actually make sense.
Best giler kereta ni
Went to showroom to see their real car. The exterior look is subjective and it looks no attractive to me. But sitting inside the Tiggo Cross, rip for most Japanese cars. The freaking quality is almost on par with Mazda. Got auto headlamp and auto wiper, leatherette wrap dashboard and front door panel, dual zone aircond (wondering why need it btw it is cool feature). The biggest surprise is the interior space, it is much spacious than X50 and also its sibling Omoda. At RM100k for hybrid version it is really worth of money and stress for rivals and no room for WRV seriously.
Weak point of the car, boot space is quite small. Warranty period although is 7 years but only 160k km only. Wheel frame is big and tyre seem small, look a bit kosong.