Verdict
At RM129,400, the Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM11,018 less and brings plug-in hybrid hardware: an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging. Its RM120 annual road tax is also far easier on the wallet than the BT-50’s RM1,638. The Mazda counters with a 450 Nm, 3.0-litre diesel, all-wheel drive and a much longer 5,280 mm pickup body. Choose by use case: the Tiggo 7 is the more richly equipped five-seat SUV, while the BT-50 is the larger diesel pickup.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you want 90 km of EV range, a 475-litre boot and lower purchase and annual road-tax costs.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need all-wheel drive, 450 Nm of diesel torque and a pickup body with a full-size alloy spare.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Annual road tax: Chery Tiggo 7 RM120; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638.
- Engine output: Chery Tiggo 7 1,498 cc, 139 hp and 215 Nm; Mazda BT-50 2,999 cc, 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Electrification: Chery Tiggo 7 has one 201 hp/310 Nm motor, an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km EV range; Mazda BT-50 has no motor, battery or EV range.
- Length and wheelbase: Chery Tiggo 7 4,553 mm and 2,670 mm; Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm and 3,125 mm.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo 7 seven years/150,000 km plus battery and drive-unit cover for eight years/160,000 km; Mazda BT-50 five years/100,000 km.
Tiggo 7
- 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging.
- 475-litre boot, powered boot and panoramic sunroof.
- Eight airbags, 360-degree camera and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Front-wheel drive versus the BT-50’s all-wheel drive.
- 60-litre fuel tank versus the BT-50’s 76 litres.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size alloy spare.
BT-50
- 3.0-litre diesel produces 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- All-wheel drive and a full-size alloy spare.
- 76-litre tank and 3,125 mm wheelbase.
- Costs RM11,018 more and annual road tax is RM1,518 higher.
- No motor, EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L function.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Tiggo 7’s seven-year/150,000 km cover.
What the Tiggo 7 has over the BT-50
What the BT-50 has over the Tiggo 7
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The BT-50's wheelbase is 455 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | C-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM1,638 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,320/mo✓ | RM1,435/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,644✓ | RM3,997 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 16.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Tiggo 7 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Tiggo 7 is better for lower running costs, plug-in hybrid driving and SUV equipment, with 90 km EV range and eight airbags. The BT-50 is better if all-wheel drive, 450 Nm diesel torque and a pickup body are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM140,418, which is RM11,018 more than the Chery Tiggo 7 at RM129,400. Its annual road tax is also RM1,638 versus RM120 for the Tiggo 7.
What charging capability does the Chery Tiggo 7 have?
The Tiggo 7 has an 18.3 kWh battery, 6.6 kW AC charging, 40 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability. Its stated EV range is 90 km.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Tiggo 7 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the BT-50 is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. 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 Tiggo 7 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the BT-50. Tiggo 7: 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty.