Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800, RM53,000 more than the RM106,800 Proton X90. That buys plug-in capability: an 18.3-kWh battery, 90 km EV range, 6.6-kW AC and 40-kW DC charging, plus V2L. It also brings eight airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The X90 is the more practical bargain, however, with a 2,805-mm wheelbase and 257-litre boot against 2,710 mm and 193 litres. Its 178 hp and 290 Nm petrol engine also exceeds the Chery engine’s 139 hp and 215 Nm.
The Tiggo 8 PHEV (RM159,800) sits above every X90 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you can charge regularly and want 90 km of electric range, stronger active safety and powered ventilated front seats.
Pick the Proton X90 if you want to spend RM53,000 less while gaining a larger boot, longer wheelbase and stronger petrol-engine outputs.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Proton X90 RM106,800.
- Powertrain: Chery has a 139-hp/215-Nm 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid engine plus a 201-hp/310-Nm motor; Proton has a 178-hp/290-Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Electric driving: Chery has an 18.3-kWh battery and 90 km EV range; Proton has no drive battery or EV range.
- Wheelbase: Chery 2,710 mm; Proton 2,805 mm.
- Boot space: Chery 193 litres; Proton 257 litres.
- Airbags: Chery 8; Proton 6.
Tiggo 8
- 90 km EV range with 6.6-kW AC and 40-kW DC charging.
- Eight airbags, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
- 15.6-inch screen, 10-speaker Sony audio and ventilated power front seats.
- RM53,000 dearer.
- 193-litre boot is 64 litres smaller.
- At 1,916 kg, it is 221 kg heavier.
X90
- RM53,000 lower price.
- 257-litre boot and 2,805-mm wheelbase.
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- No plug-in hybrid electric range, AC/DC charging or V2L.
- Six airbags versus eight.
- No blind-spot system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
What the Tiggo 8 has over the X90
What the X90 has over the Tiggo 8
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The X90's wheelbase is 95 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The X90 is 40 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the X90: 257 litres against 193.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,630/mo | RM1,090/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,434 | RM3,056✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 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 | — |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 257 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Giti Control P10 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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 8 vs X90 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Proton X90 better?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is better for owners who can exploit its 90 km EV range and want its broader safety equipment. The Proton X90 is the better space-and-cost choice, with a 257-litre boot, 2,805-mm wheelbase and RM53,000 lower entry price.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM53,000 more than the Proton X90.
Which has more boot space, the Chery Tiggo 8 or Proton X90?
The Proton X90 has the larger boot at 257 litres, compared with 193 litres in the Chery Tiggo 8. That is a 64-litre advantage for the Proton.
Which has the better warranty?
The Tiggo 8 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the X90. Tiggo 8: 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty.