Chery Tiggo Cross vs MG 5
Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross undercuts the RM93,800 MG 5 by RM5,000 yet brings a turbocharged 1.5 litre engine with 145 hp and 210 Nm. The MG 5 is the longer car at 4,675 mm, with a 2,680 mm wheelbase and 401-litre boot, so it reads more like the practical sedan choice. The Chery counters with SUV height, a 51-litre tank, adaptive cruise control, auto wipers and wireless phone mirroring. Mechanically and on kit, it gives more for less.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the stronger turbo engine, SUV body, richer driver-assist kit and lower price.
Pick the MG 5 if you prefer a longer sedan with the bigger boot, sunroof, built-in navigation and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; MG 5 RM93,800
- Engine output: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm; MG 5 112 hp/150 Nm
- Size: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long/2,610 mm wheelbase; MG 5 4,675 mm long/2,680 mm wheelbase
- Boot and fuel tank: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres/51 litres; MG 5 401 litres/45 litres
- Cruise control: Chery Tiggo Cross adaptive; MG 5 passive
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; MG 5 5 years/unlimited mileage plus 7-year/unlimited-mileage powertrain warranty
Tiggo Cross
- Lower RM88,800 price despite higher engine output
- Turbo 1.5 litre makes 145 hp and 210 Nm
- Gets adaptive cruise control, auto wipers and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Smaller boot at 380 litres versus 401 litres
- Shorter 2,610 mm wheelbase versus 2,680 mm
- No sunroof or built-in navigation
5
- Longer body and wheelbase than the Chery
- Bigger 401-litre boot
- Has a sunroof and built-in navigation
- Naturally aspirated 1.5 litre is down at 112 hp and 150 Nm
- Costs RM5,000 more
- Smaller 45-litre fuel tank versus 51 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 93,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 112 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | iCVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 401 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Maxxis Primetra S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" 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 and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vent |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 90✓ |
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 Cross vs 5 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or MG 5 better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is the stronger buy on paper: it costs RM5,000 less, has 145 hp and 210 Nm, and gets adaptive cruise control. Choose the MG 5 if sedan boot space and a sunroof matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM5,000 cheaper. It is priced at RM88,800, while the MG 5 is RM93,800.
Which one has more boot space?
The MG 5 has the bigger boot at 401 litres. The Chery Tiggo Cross offers 380 litres, but counters with a larger 51-litre fuel tank compared with the MG’s 45 litres.