Verdict
At RM129,400, the Tiggo 7 costs RM400 more than the RM129,000 C10, yet answers a different Malaysian use case. Its 1.5 litre plug-in hybrid system brings a 60-litre petrol tank behind a 90 km EV range, so it is the easier fit where charging is irregular. The C10 is the larger D-segment SUV, 186 mm longer with a 155 mm longer wheelbase, and its 69.9 kWh battery delivers 420 km of EV range. It also charges faster at 11 kW AC and 84 kW DC. Choose based on charging access, not the tiny price gap.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you need plug-in electric running with the backup of a 60-litre petrol tank, plus a 475-litre boot and 3.3 kW V2L.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km of EV range, a larger 4,739 mm body and rear-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- EV range: Chery Tiggo 7 90 km; Leapmotor C10 420 km.
- Battery capacity: Chery Tiggo 7 18.3 kWh; Leapmotor C10 69.9 kWh.
- DC charging rate: Chery Tiggo 7 40 kW; Leapmotor C10 84 kW.
- Length and wheelbase: Chery Tiggo 7 4,553 mm and 2,670 mm; Leapmotor C10 4,739 mm and 2,825 mm.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo 7 475 litres; Leapmotor C10 435 litres.
Tiggo 7
- 60-litre petrol tank backs up its 90 km EV range.
- 475-litre boot is 40 litres larger.
- 3.3 kW V2L output exceeds the C10's 1.7 kW.
- 90 km EV range is far below the C10's 420 km.
- 40 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging trail the C10's 84 kW and 11 kW.
- Smaller body: 4,553 mm long with a 2,670 mm wheelbase.
C10
- 420 km EV range from a 69.9 kWh battery.
- 84 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging.
- Larger D-segment footprint, with a 2,825 mm wheelbase.
- 435-litre boot is 40 litres smaller than the Tiggo 7's.
- RM200 annual road tax is RM80 higher.
- 1.7 kW V2L output is lower than the Tiggo 7's 3.3 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400 | RM129,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | — |
| Torque | 215 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | 69.9 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 90 km | 420 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | 84 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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.
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Tiggo 7 vs C10 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or Leapmotor C10 better?
The C10 is better for regular EV use, with 420 km range, a 69.9 kWh battery and faster charging. The Tiggo 7 suits buyers who need petrol backup, a larger boot and stronger 3.3 kW V2L.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 is RM400 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 7. That is a negligible gap beside their different powertrains, battery sizes and charging requirements.
Which one is better for long-distance travel?
The Tiggo 7 is more flexible where chargers are scarce because it has a 60-litre petrol tank. The C10 can cover 420 km electrically, but longer trips depend on access to charging.