Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 9 is RM21,200 cheaper at RM166,800, yet brings seven seats, a 448-2,065-litre boot, 251 hp and all-wheel drive. It is the better fit for larger families that need the extra row and luggage flexibility. The Suzuki eVitara counters with a 61.1-kWh battery, 426 km EV range and RM120 annual road tax, against the Chery’s RM439. Its 4,275-mm length also makes it a far smaller SUV, but buyers give up two seats, 142 litres of stated boot space and some useful cabin equipment.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you need seven seats, up to 2,065 litres of boot space and 251 hp with all-wheel drive.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if a 426-km electric range, RM120 annual road tax and a shorter 4,275-mm body matter more than a third row.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 9 RM166,800; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Powertrain: Chery Tiggo 9 251 hp/390 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp/193 Nm electric motor.
- Performance: Chery Tiggo 9 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds and 210 km/h; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Practicality: Chery Tiggo 9 has 7 seats and a 448-2,065-litre boot; Suzuki eVitara has 5 seats and a 306-litre boot.
- Size: Chery Tiggo 9 is 4,810 mm long with a 2,800-mm wheelbase; Suzuki eVitara is 4,275 mm long with a 2,700-mm wheelbase.
- Running hardware: Chery Tiggo 9 has RM439 annual road tax; Suzuki eVitara has RM120 annual road tax, a 61.1-kWh battery and 426 km range.
Tiggo 9
- Seven seats and a 448-2,065-litre boot
- 251 hp, 390 Nm and all-wheel drive
- Powered, heated, ventilated and massaging front seats
- RM439 annual road tax versus the eVitara’s RM120
- Petrol powertrain has no electric driving range
eVitara
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km EV range
- RM120 annual road tax
- Smaller 4,275-mm body and 1,788-kg kerb weight
- Five seats and a 306-litre boot versus seven seats and up to 2,065 litres
- 172 hp and 193 Nm, with an 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- No rear air-con, head-up display or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM166,800✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 251 hp | — |
| Torque | 390 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,741 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,887 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 448-2065 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic 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, third row seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating, Ventilation & Massaging | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Sunroof |
| 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 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 | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Sony Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year or one million km warranty for the engine | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components 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.
Used Tiggo 9 & eVitara for sale
Tiggo 9 vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 9 or Suzuki eVitara better?
Choose the Tiggo 9 for seven seats, much greater luggage capacity, 251 hp and all-wheel drive. Choose the eVitara for its 426-km electric range and lower RM120 annual road tax. They serve notably different space and powertrain needs.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM21,200 more than the Chery Tiggo 9: RM188,000 versus RM166,800.
Which one is better for a family needing three rows?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the clear choice because it has seven seats, third-row ISOFIX positions and a 448-2,065-litre boot. The Suzuki eVitara has five seats and a 306-litre boot.