Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM2,074 more than the RM86,726 Honda BR-V, but brings a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo against the Honda’s 119 hp/145 Nm naturally aspirated 1.5, plus far more active safety and parking assistance. Its 380-litre boot also beats the BR-V’s 223 litres. The Honda counters with seven seats, a 2,662 mm wheelbase and Malaysian CKD assembly. Choose the Tiggo Cross for a better-equipped five-seat SUV; choose the BR-V when carrying six or seven matters more than outright performance and kit.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and features such as autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Honda BR-V if you need seven seats, a longer 2,662 mm wheelbase and a lower RM86,726 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Honda BR-V RM86,726.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Honda BR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 5 seats and 380 litres; Honda BR-V 7 seats and 223 litres.
- Dimensions: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long with a 2,610 mm wheelbase; Honda BR-V 4,451 mm long with a 2,662 mm wheelbase.
- Wheels and tyres: Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; Honda BR-V 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Honda BR-V 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 380-litre boot and 18-inch wheels.
- Five seats versus the Honda BR-V’s seven.
- Shorter 2,610 mm wheelbase versus 2,662 mm.
- RM2,074 dearer.
BR-V
- Seven-seat layout with sliding, reclining and tumble-function middle row.
- Longer 2,662 mm wheelbase and locally CKD assembly.
- Full-size spare tyre and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross’s 145 hp and 210 Nm.
- 223-litre boot is 157 litres smaller.
- No autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control or reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM86,726✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 119 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | CVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 12.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,451 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,677 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,662 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,260 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 223 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Illumination with Normal Bulb Brake Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, slidable, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with tip-forward function |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | 11 Cup and Bottle Holders |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals |
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 Cross & BR-V for sale
Tiggo Cross vs BR-V FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Honda BR-V better?
The Tiggo Cross is better for performance, boot capacity and driver assistance, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, 380 litres and autonomous braking. The BR-V is better if seven seats are non-negotiable; the Tiggo Cross has five.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM2,074 more expensive: RM88,800 versus RM86,726 for the Honda BR-V.
Which has more space for passengers and luggage?
The Honda BR-V carries seven people and has a 2,662 mm wheelbase, 52 mm longer than the Tiggo Cross. For luggage, the five-seat Tiggo Cross leads with a 380-litre boot versus 223 litres.