Verdict
The RM9,600 gap buys the Chery Tiggo 7 a 1,498 cc plug-in hybrid system, 60-litre fuel tank, 475-litre boot and a much fuller driver-assistance suite, including blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. But the Aion Y Plus is the cleaner choice for buyers who can charge: its 63.2 kWh battery delivers 430 km of EV range against the Tiggo 7’s 18.3 kWh and 90 km, while 80 kW DC charging doubles the Chery’s 40 kW rate. Both have 201 hp motors and 6.6 kW AC charging.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if 430 km of electric range, 80 kW DC charging and the lower purchase price matter more than a petrol backup and extra equipment.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you want a PHEV with a 60-litre fuel tank, 475-litre boot and substantially more safety and convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Battery and EV range: Aion Y Plus 63.2 kWh and 430 km; Chery Tiggo 7 18.3 kWh and 90 km.
- DC charging: Aion Y Plus 80 kW; Chery Tiggo 7 40 kW.
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; Chery Tiggo 7 475 litres.
- Wheelbase: Aion Y Plus 2,750 mm; Chery Tiggo 7 2,670 mm.
- Airbags: Aion Y Plus six; Chery Tiggo 7 eight.
- Rear suspension: Aion Y Plus torsion beam; Chery Tiggo 7 multi-link.
Y Plus
- 430 km EV range from a 63.2 kWh battery.
- 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 405-litre boot is 70 litres smaller than the Tiggo 7’s.
- Six airbags versus eight, with no blind-spot monitoring or autonomous braking.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control.
Tiggo 7
- 475-litre boot, multi-link rear suspension and 18-inch wheels.
- Eight airbags, blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered, heated and ventilated front seats, plus a powered boot.
- 90 km EV range is far short of the Aion Y Plus’s 430 km.
- 40 kW DC charging is half the Aion Y Plus’s 80 kW rate.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Aion Y Plus’s eight-year/160,000 km cover.
What the Tiggo 7 has over the Y Plus
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Y Plus's wheelbase is 80 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the Tiggo 7: 475 litres against 405.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM129,400 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo✓ | RM1,320/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,363✓ | RM3,644 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,306 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.53 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,143 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.6 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh✓ | 18.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 40 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | DHT |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,553 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,862 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,795 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 on outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Automatic 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 | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Y Plus vs Tiggo 7 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Chery Tiggo 7 better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for maximum electric driving, with 430 km of EV range and 80 kW DC charging. The Chery Tiggo 7 is better equipped and more flexible for journeys beyond its 90 km EV range because it has a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain and 60-litre tank.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 and the Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM129,400, so the Tiggo 7 costs RM9,600 more.
Which has more EV range and quicker DC charging?
The Aion Y Plus does. Its 63.2 kWh battery is rated for 430 km and accepts 80 kW DC charging; the Chery Tiggo 7 has an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging.
How long does charging take?
The Y Plus's 63.2 kWh battery takes about 9.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Tiggo 7 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Y Plus is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The Y Plus carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 7 years for the Tiggo 7. Y Plus: 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery). Tiggo 7: 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty.