Verdict
For just RM1,000 less, the Zeekr X is the sharper EV proposition: its 66 kWh battery claims 440 km of EV range, and 200 kW DC charging dwarfs the Tiggo 8’s 18.3 kWh, 90 km and 40 kW figures. It is also quicker on paper at 5.3 seconds to 100 km/h. But Malaysian families needing seven seats should not dismiss the RM159,800 Tiggo 8; it is a 4,725 mm-long D-segment PHEV with a 60-litre fuel tank, while the Zeekr is a five-seat C-segment SUV. The Tiggo’s RM120 annual road tax also undercuts RM395.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, a 60-litre petrol tank and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want 440 km claimed EV range, 200 kW DC charging and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h pace in a five-seat SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Seats: Chery Tiggo 8 seven; Zeekr X five.
- Battery and EV range: Chery Tiggo 8 18.3 kWh and 90 km; Zeekr X 66 kWh and 440 km.
- Charging: Chery Tiggo 8 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC; Zeekr X 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- Size: Chery Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm long with a 2,710 mm wheelbase; Zeekr X is 4,432 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: Chery Tiggo 8 RM120 per year; Zeekr X RM395 per year.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats and three-row split-folding seating.
- 4,725 mm D-segment body and 60-litre fuel tank.
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- Only 90 km EV range versus the Zeekr X’s 440 km.
- 40 kW DC charging is far below the Zeekr X’s 200 kW.
- 193-litre boot is smaller than the Zeekr X’s 404 litres.
X
- 66 kWh battery with 440 km claimed EV range.
- 200 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging.
- Powered boot, auto parking, head-up display and panoramic glass roof.
- Five seats versus the Tiggo 8’s seven.
- RM395 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty is two years shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM158,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| 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 | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | 66 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 90 km | 440 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 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 | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 404 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 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 Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory 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-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| 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✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit 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 X FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for EV range, charging and performance, with 440 km, 200 kW DC charging and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time. The Tiggo 8 is better if seven seats and a 60-litre petrol tank matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM158,800 and the Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800, so the Zeekr is RM1,000 cheaper.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Tiggo 8 carries seven people and has a 4,725 mm body, making it the clear choice for larger families. The Zeekr X has only five seats, but its 404-litre boot is larger than the Tiggo 8’s 193 litres.