Chery Tiggo 8 vs Hyundai Tucson
Verdict
At RM159,800 versus RM143,888, the Chery Tiggo 8 asks RM15,912 more but brings a plug-in hybrid setup, seven seats and a much longer safety kit. Its 1.5 turbo petrol makes 139 hp/215 Nm, backed by a 201 hp/310 Nm motor and 18.3 kWh battery for 90 km of EV running. The Hyundai Tucson is simpler: 2.0 petrol, 154 hp/192 Nm, five seats and a huge 582-litre boot. For a Malaysian family, this is really seats and electrification versus cargo space and a lower price.
Tiggo 8
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid running and the stronger driver-assist package.
Tucson
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you want the cheaper SUV with a much larger boot and a longer manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Hyundai Tucson RM143,888
- Powertrain: Chery Tiggo 8 1.5 turbo PHEV with 139 hp/215 Nm engine and 201 hp/310 Nm motor; Hyundai Tucson 2.0 petrol with 154 hp/192 Nm
- Seats and boot: Chery Tiggo 8 7 seats and 193 litres; Hyundai Tucson 5 seats and 582 litres
- Size: Chery Tiggo 8 4,725 mm long and 1,705 mm tall; Hyundai Tucson 4,630 mm long and 1,665 mm tall
- Wheelbase and weight: Chery Tiggo 8 2,710 mm and 1,916 kg; Hyundai Tucson 2,755 mm and 1,488 kg
- Warranty and road tax: Chery Tiggo 8 7 years/150,000 km and RM120; Hyundai Tucson 8 years/160,000 km and RM440
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats instead of five
- 90 km EV range from an 18.3 kWh battery, with 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC charging
- Gets blind spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM15,912 more
- Much smaller boot with all seats in use: 193 litres versus 582 litres
- Heavier by 428 kg
Tucson
- Lower purchase price
- Far larger 582-litre boot
- Longer 8-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Only five seats
- No plug-in hybrid system or EV driving range
- Lacks the Chery’s blind spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane keeping assist and 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 159,800 | RM 143,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 154 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm✓ | 192 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 6-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 181 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,488 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 54 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 582 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and 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 and Rear 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & 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 Pedal) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 440 |
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.
Tiggo 8 vs Tucson FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Hyundai Tucson better?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is better for seven-seat family use, EV commuting and active safety kit. The Hyundai Tucson is better if you want a cheaper five-seat SUV with a much bigger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800, while the Hyundai Tucson costs RM143,888. That makes the Chery RM15,912 more expensive.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The Hyundai Tucson has far more boot space at 582 litres. The Chery Tiggo 8 has 193 litres, but it counters with seven seats instead of the Tucson’s five.