Verdict
At RM159,800, the Tiggo 8 costs RM30,800 more than the RM129,000 C10, and the choice is sharply divided. The Chery brings seven seats, a 60-litre fuel tank and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability, but its 18.3 kWh battery covers 90 km electrically. The Leapmotor is a five-seater, yet its 69.9 kWh battery delivers 420 km of EV range, charges at up to 84 kW DC and has a 435-litre boot. For a Malaysian family needing two extra seats, take the Tiggo; for long electric running, the C10 is the clearer fit.
Tiggo 8
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if seven seats, a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain and 3.3 kW V2L matter more than a long EV range.
C10
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want to spend RM30,800 less for 420 km of EV range, faster charging and a larger five-seat boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Seating and boot space: Chery Tiggo 8 has 7 seats and 193 litres; Leapmotor C10 has 5 seats and 435 litres.
- Battery and EV range: Chery Tiggo 8 has 18.3 kWh and 90 km; Leapmotor C10 has 69.9 kWh and 420 km.
- Charging: Chery Tiggo 8 charges at 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC; Leapmotor C10 at 11 kW AC and 84 kW DC.
- Driveline and motor output: Chery Tiggo 8 is front-wheel drive with 201 hp and 310 Nm; Leapmotor C10 is rear-wheel drive with 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Dimensions: Chery Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm long with a 2,710 mm wheelbase; Leapmotor C10 is 4,739 mm long with a 2,825 mm wheelbase.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats instead of five.
- 3.3 kW V2L, versus 1.7 kW.
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, against six years/150,000 km.
- Costs RM30,800 more.
- 90 km EV range trails the C10's 420 km.
- 40 kW DC charging is less than the C10's 84 kW.
C10
- RM30,800 lower purchase price.
- 420 km EV range from a 69.9 kWh battery.
- 435-litre boot and 84 kW DC charging.
- Five seats, against the Tiggo 8's seven.
- 1.7 kW V2L output is lower than the Tiggo 8's 3.3 kW.
- Six-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Tiggo 8's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM129,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-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 | 4,725 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger 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 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| 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 & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 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 | Remote Control Activation | 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 | — | ✓ |
| 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 8 vs C10 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Leapmotor C10 better?
The Leapmotor C10 is better for EV range, charging and boot space, with 420 km, 84 kW DC charging and 435 litres. The Chery Tiggo 8 is better if your household needs seven seats and a petrol plug-in hybrid.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM30,800 more than the Leapmotor C10.
Which one charges faster?
The Leapmotor C10 charges faster: 11 kW AC and 84 kW DC, compared with the Tiggo 8's 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC. Its EV range is also 420 km versus 90 km.