Verdict
For RM2,900 more, the Chery Tiggo Cross brings a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo against the Honda City Hatchback’s 119 hp/145 Nm naturally aspirated unit, plus a 380-litre boot to the Honda’s 289 litres. It is also 82 mm wider and rides on 18-inch wheels, but at 1,468 kg it is 319 kg heavier. The Honda counters with lane-keeping steering correction, ULTRA Seat versatility and a full-size spare. Choose the Tiggo Cross for its stronger numbers and far fuller cabin equipment; the Honda suits buyers who value lower weight and its rear-seat flexibility.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot, 18-inch wheels and features including a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and dual-zone climate control.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you prefer a 1,149 kg CKD hatchback with Honda Sensing lane-keeping steering correction, ULTRA Seat and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Honda City Hatchback RM85,900.
- Output: Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg; City Hatchback 1,149 kg.
- Boot space: Tiggo Cross 380 litres; City Hatchback 289 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; City Hatchback 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres.
- Warranty: Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; City Hatchback five years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 380-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank
- 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and dual-zone climate control
- 319 kg heavier than the City Hatchback
- No lane-keeping assist or paddle shifts
- No full-size spare tyre listed
City Hatchback
- 319 kg lighter at 1,149 kg
- Lane-keeping steering correction and ULTRA Seat
- Full-size spare tyre and unlimited-mileage warranty
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross
- 289-litre boot is 91 litres smaller
- No reverse camera, front parking sensors or blind-spot monitoring
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM85,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 119 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,149 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 289 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
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 & City Hatchback for sale
Tiggo Cross vs City Hatchback FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Honda City Hatchback better?
The Tiggo Cross is the stronger equipment-led choice, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and a 360-degree camera. The City Hatchback is better if lane-keeping steering correction, ULTRA Seat and a 319 kg lower kerb weight matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM2,900 more than the Honda City Hatchback. That gap brings 26 hp, 65 Nm, a 91-litre larger boot, 18-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and blind-spot monitoring.
Which has the more practical cabin?
The Tiggo Cross has the larger quoted boot at 380 litres versus 289 litres and rear air-con vents. The City Hatchback has 60:40 split-folding, reclining ULTRA Seat, so it has the more flexible rear-seat arrangement.