Chery Tiggo 9 vs Volkswagen Tayron
Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 9 costs RM166,800, RM23,860 less than the RM190,660 Volkswagen Tayron, yet it gets the bigger numbers: 251 hp, 390 Nm, AWD and a quicker 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time. It is also larger and carries more luggage, from 448 to 2,065 litres versus the Tayron’s 345 litres. The Volkswagen counters with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, Dynamic Chassis Control Pro, navigation, a contactless powered boot and RM120 annual road tax. For most family buyers, the Chery’s space and performance are hard to ignore.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you want the stronger, larger seven-seat SUV with AWD, more boot space and the longer factory warranty.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you prefer the 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain, DCC Pro, built-in navigation, contactless boot operation and lower road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 9 RM166,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660
- Output: Chery Tiggo 9 251 hp/390 Nm; Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp/250 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Chery Tiggo 9 8.0 seconds; Volkswagen Tayron 9.6 seconds
- Drive: Chery Tiggo 9 AWD; Volkswagen Tayron FWD
- Boot capacity: Chery Tiggo 9 448-2,065 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Chery Tiggo 9 7 years/150,000 km and RM439; Volkswagen Tayron 2 years/unlimited mileage and RM120
Tiggo 9
- Much stronger 2.0 litre turbo with 251 hp and 390 Nm
- AWD traction versus the Tayron’s front-wheel drive
- Bigger boot and longer 7-year/150,000 km factory warranty
- Higher annual road tax at RM439 versus RM120
- No built-in navigation
- No shift paddles
Tayron
- 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance with the 1.5 litre turbo
- Dynamic Chassis Control Pro is fitted
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Down 103 hp and 140 Nm against the Chery
- Slower 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 345-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 166,800✓ | RM 190,660 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 251 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 390 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed DCT | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,741 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,788 mm |
| Weight | 1,887 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 448-2065 litres✓ | 345 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli 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) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats, third row seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating, Ventilation & Massaging | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| 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 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 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 2 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 Tayron FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 9 or Volkswagen Tayron better?
On paper, the Chery Tiggo 9 is the stronger family SUV: more power, AWD, more boot space and a longer warranty for less money. The Volkswagen Tayron is better if you value its mild-hybrid system, DCC Pro and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM23,860 more than the Chery Tiggo 9. The Chery is priced at RM166,800, while the Tayron is RM190,660.
Which one is quicker and more powerful?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is quicker and more powerful, with 251 hp, 390 Nm and an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The Volkswagen Tayron has 148 hp, 250 Nm and does 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds.