Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM5,000 less than the RM93,800 MG 5, yet its 1.5 litre turbo produces 145 hp and 210 Nm against 112 hp and 150 Nm. It also gets adaptive cruise control, rear-side airbags, a 360-degree camera and 18-inch wheels. The MG 5 answers with sedan proportions: its 2,680 mm wheelbase is 70 mm longer and its 401-litre boot beats the Chery’s 380 litres. Pick the MG only if that extra luggage room, sunroof and built-in navigation matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the lower RM88,800 entry price, 33 hp more power and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the MG 5 if a 401-litre boot, 2,680 mm wheelbase, sunroof and navigation suit your needs better than SUV height.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; MG 5 RM93,800.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- Body length and wheelbase: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm and 2,610 mm; MG 5 4,675 mm and 2,680 mm.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; MG 5 401 litres.
- Wheels: Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys; MG 5 17-inch alloys.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; MG 5 five years/unlimited mileage, with seven years/unlimited mileage for the powertrain.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre engine.
- Adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors and auto wipers.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a wireless charger.
- 380-litre boot is 21 litres smaller than the MG 5’s.
- No sunroof or built-in navigation.
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM90 for the MG 5.
5
- 401-litre boot and a 70 mm longer wheelbase.
- Sunroof and built-in navigation.
- Space-saver spare tyre included.
- Costs RM5,000 more despite producing 112 hp and 150 Nm, against 145 hp and 210 Nm.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control.
- No rear-side airbags or front parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM93,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| 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 |
| 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) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| 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 |
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.
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Tiggo Cross vs 5 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or MG 5 better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is the stronger all-round pick: it is RM5,000 cheaper, has 145 hp and 210 Nm, and adds adaptive cruise control. Choose the MG 5 if its 401-litre boot, sunroof and navigation are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The MG 5 is RM5,000 dearer than the Chery Tiggo Cross: RM93,800 versus RM88,800.
Which has more luggage space?
The MG 5 has the larger boot at 401 litres, 21 litres more than the Chery Tiggo Cross’s 380 litres.