Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800 against the Neta Neta X at RM119,900, so the RM39,900 gap is not small. For that, the Chery is the bigger D-segment, seven-seat plug-in hybrid with a 1.5 litre turbo engine, a 201 hp/310 Nm motor, 90 km EV range and a 60 litre tank. The Neta is a B-segment full EV with five seats, a much longer 401 km EV range, a 508 litre boot and a longer 2,770 mm wheelbase. Different jobs, really.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid flexibility and the stronger 201 hp/310 Nm electric motor.
Pick the Neta Neta X if you want the lower price, full-electric driving and a much longer 401 km EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Neta Neta X RM119,900
- Segment/seats: Chery Tiggo 8 D-segment with 7 seats; Neta Neta X B-segment with 5 seats
- EV range: Chery Tiggo 8 90 km; Neta Neta X 401 km
- Motor output: Chery Tiggo 8 201 hp/310 Nm; Neta Neta X 160 hp/210 Nm
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo 8 193 litres; Neta Neta X 508 litres
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo 8 7 years/150,000 km; Neta Neta X 5 years/150,000 km
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats versus the Neta’s five
- Plug-in hybrid set-up with 90 km EV range plus a 60 litre petrol tank
- More driver assistance kit listed, including blind spot monitoring, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
- RM39,900 dearer
- Much shorter EV range: 90 km versus 401 km
- Smaller boot on paper: 193 litres versus 508 litres
Neta X
- Lower RM119,900 price
- Full EV with 401 km range
- Bigger boot at 508 litres despite having five seats
- Five seats only versus the Chery’s seven
- Lower motor output: 160 hp/210 Nm versus 201 hp/310 Nm
- Shorter manufacturer warranty: 5 years/150,000 km versus 7 years/150,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 159,800 | RM 119,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | — |
| Torque | 215 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 210 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | 52.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 90 km | 401 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,619 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,770 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" 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, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| 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 | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Driver Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 | Powered Driver's Seat |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Navigation, Voice Control, Online Music Streaming and Apple CarPlay with 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 100✓ |
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 Neta X FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Neta Neta X better?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is better for family flexibility because it has seven seats and a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Neta Neta X is better for EV use, with 401 km range and a lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is RM39,900 more expensive than the Neta Neta X. That extra spend buys a larger D-segment body, seven seats, a plug-in hybrid system and more listed safety assistance.
Which one has more space for passengers and luggage?
The Chery Tiggo 8 has more seats, with seven against five. The Neta Neta X has the larger stated boot at 508 litres versus 193 litres, and its 2,770 mm wheelbase is 60 mm longer.