Chery Tiggo 9 vs Peugeot 3008
Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the bigger, quicker and better-equipped buy here: at RM166,800, it is RM2,588 cheaper than the Peugeot 3008 yet gets 251 hp, 390 Nm, AWD, seven seats and a 7-year/150,000 km warranty. The Peugeot 3008 counters with lower rated fuel use at 7.0 L/100 km, a lighter 1,492 kg kerb weight and cheaper RM120 road tax. If running costs matter more than power and seats, it still has a case.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you want seven seats, AWD, stronger performance and more driver-assist kit for slightly less money.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if you prefer a smaller five-seat SUV with lower rated fuel use, lower road tax and a conventional automatic gearbox.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 9 RM166,800; Peugeot 3008 RM169,388
- Engine output: Chery Tiggo 9 251 hp/390 Nm; Peugeot 3008 165 hp/240 Nm
- Driveline: Chery Tiggo 9 AWD; Peugeot 3008 FWD
- Seats: Chery Tiggo 9 7; Peugeot 3008 5
- Rated economy: Chery Tiggo 9 8.3 L/100 km; Peugeot 3008 7.0 L/100 km
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo 9 7 years/150,000 km; Peugeot 3008 5 years/100,000 km
Tiggo 9
- Much stronger 2.0 litre turbo: 251 hp and 390 Nm
- Seven seats, AWD and a 2,065-litre maximum boot figure
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and head-up display
- Higher rated fuel use at 8.3 L/100 km versus 7.0 L/100 km
- Higher annual road tax at RM439 versus RM120
- Heavier at 1,887 kg versus 1,492 kg
3008
- Lower rated fuel use at 7.0 L/100 km
- Lower annual road tax at RM120
- Conventional Aisin EAT6 automatic with paddle shifters
- Far less output: 165 hp and 240 Nm versus 251 hp and 390 Nm
- Five seats only, against seven in the Chery Tiggo 9
- No autonomous braking, collision warning, auto parking or head-up display listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 166,800✓ | RM 169,388 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 251 hp✓ | 165 hp |
| Torque | 390 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed DCT | EAT6 |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,510 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,741 mm | 1,628 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,887 kg | 1,492 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 53 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 448-2065 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental CrossContact LX2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats, third row seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating, Ventilation & Massaging | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Sony Sound System | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Remote Control Activation | Powered with hands-free function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charging Tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year or one million km warranty for the engine | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 120✓ |
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 9 vs 3008 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 9 or Peugeot 3008 better?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is better on paper for most buyers: it is cheaper, much more powerful, has AWD, seven seats, more safety kit and a longer warranty. The Peugeot 3008 mainly wins on fuel use and road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 9 costs RM2,588 less than the Peugeot 3008. That smaller spend also gets you more power, AWD, seven seats and a longer 7-year/150,000 km warranty.
Which SUV is more practical for a family?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the more flexible family SUV with seven seats, ISOFIX points for the two outer middle-row seats and third-row seats, plus a 448-2,065 litre boot range. The Peugeot 3008 is a five-seater with a 591-litre boot.