Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800, RM3,000 more than the Jetour T2, but brings seven seats, an 18.3-kWh battery and a claimed 90 km EV range. Its RM120 annual road tax is RM319 below the T2’s RM439, useful for drivers who can charge regularly. The T2 counters with 241 hp, 375 Nm and all-wheel drive against the Tiggo 8’s 139-hp, 215-Nm petrol engine and front-wheel drive. It is the stronger choice for five people needing a 580-litre boot; the Tiggo 8 suits a larger family.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats and can use its 90 km electric range to cut petrol use.
Pick the Jetour T2 if five seats are enough and you want 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 580-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Jetour T2 RM156,800.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 8 has a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid with a 201-hp motor and 18.3-kWh battery; T2 has a 2.0-litre petrol engine with no motor or battery.
- EV range: Tiggo 8 90 km; T2 no electric-only range.
- Drive and engine output: Tiggo 8 front-wheel drive, 139 hp and 215 Nm; T2 all-wheel drive, 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Tiggo 8 has seven seats and 193 litres; T2 has five seats and 580 litres.
- Annual road tax: Tiggo 8 RM120; T2 RM439.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats with 50:50 split-folding third row.
- 18.3-kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging.
- RM319 lower annual road tax.
- 139 hp and 215 Nm versus the T2’s 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the T2’s all-wheel drive.
- 193-litre boot versus the T2’s 580 litres.
T2
- 241 hp and 375 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- All-wheel drive and 255/60R19 Giti 4x4 AT71 tyres.
- 580-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and 12-speaker Sony sound system.
- Five seats versus the Tiggo 8’s seven.
- No electric-only range, battery or V2L function.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120 for the Tiggo 8.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM156,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 375 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 580 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" 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 Passenger, Front 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 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 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 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 Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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.
Used Tiggo 8 & T2 for sale
Tiggo 8 vs T2 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Jetour T2 better?
The Tiggo 8 is better for a seven-seat household with charging access, thanks to its 90 km EV range. The T2 is better for five occupants who prioritise 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive and a much larger 580-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is RM3,000 more expensive than the Jetour T2: RM159,800 against RM156,800. The Tiggo 8 adds a plug-in hybrid system and two extra seats, while the T2 brings stronger engine output and all-wheel drive.
Which one has the lower running tax?
The Tiggo 8 has lower annual road tax at RM120, compared with RM439 for the T2. That is a RM319 yearly difference, before considering the Tiggo 8’s ability to cover up to 90 km on electric power.