Chery Tiggo 9 vs Zeekr X
Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the bigger, more family-shaped choice: RM166,800 buys a D-segment SUV with seven seats, AWD and up to 2,065 litres of cargo space. The Zeekr X is cheaper at RM158,800 and much quicker, its single motor giving 335 hp and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, with 440 km of EV range. For a Malaysian buyer, this is space and long warranty cover versus stronger acceleration, lower road tax and home charging convenience.
Tiggo 9
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you need seven seats, a bigger boot, AWD and the longer 7-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
X
Pick the Zeekr X if you want an EV SUV that is RM8,000 cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h and rated for 440 km of range.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 9 RM166,800; Zeekr X RM158,800
- Powertrain: Chery Tiggo 9 2.0 litre turbo petrol with 251 hp/390 Nm; Zeekr X single electric motor with 335 hp/373 Nm
- Acceleration: Chery Tiggo 9 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds; Zeekr X in 5.3 seconds
- Size: Chery Tiggo 9 4,810 mm long with 2,800 mm wheelbase; Zeekr X 4,432 mm long with 2,750 mm wheelbase
- Seats and boot: Chery Tiggo 9 has 7 seats and 448-2,065 litres; Zeekr X has 5 seats and 404 litres
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo 9 gets 7 years/150,000 km plus 10-year/one million km engine cover; Zeekr X gets 5 years/150,000 km plus 8-year/160,000 km battery cover
Tiggo 9
- Seven seats with ISOFIX on the two outer middle-row seats and third-row seats
- Much larger cargo capacity at 448-2,065 litres
- AWD and 20-inch wheels as standard
- Costs RM8,000 more than the Zeekr X
- Slower 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher annual road tax at RM439 versus RM395
X
- Quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 440 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging
- Navigation and powered front doors are included
- Only five seats versus seven in the Chery Tiggo 9
- Smaller 404-litre boot
- No full-size spare tyre; it gets a tyre repair kit
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 166,800 | RM 158,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 251 hp | — |
| Torque | 390 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,741 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,887 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 448-2065 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Paddle 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear 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 | 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 on Outer Two Rear 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 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 | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | 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 |
| 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 | 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 Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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 | Powered Boot |
| 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 Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | 10-year or one million km warranty for the engine | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 395✓ |
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 X FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 9 or Zeekr X better?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is better for family space, seven seats and warranty length. The Zeekr X is better for acceleration, EV running and lower entry price.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 9 costs RM166,800, while the Zeekr X costs RM158,800. That makes the Chery RM8,000 more expensive.
Which one is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Zeekr X is clearly quicker, taking 5.3 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Chery Tiggo 9 takes 8.0 seconds.