Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 to the Nissan Almera’s RM83,888, a RM4,912 step up for SUV seating, a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo and a far richer cabin and safety kit. It also brings 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. But the Almera is 378 kg lighter, has a 482-litre boot against 380 litres, and its RM20 annual road tax undercuts the Tiggo Cross’s RM120. Choose based on equipment and body style, not outright practicality.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want stronger 145 hp and 210 Nm performance plus LED lighting, more airbags and driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Nissan Almera if a larger 482-litre boot, lower RM20 road tax and a lower purchase price matter more than equipment depth.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Nissan Almera RM83,888.
- Output: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Nissan Almera 99 hp and 152 Nm.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Nissan Almera 482 litres.
- Kerb weight: Chery Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg; Nissan Almera 1,090 kg.
- Annual road tax: Chery Tiggo Cross RM120; Nissan Almera RM20.
- Wheels: Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; Nissan Almera 15-inch alloys with 195/65R15 tyres.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Dual-zone climate control, rear vents and wireless phone charging
- RM4,912 more expensive
- 380-litre boot is 102 litres smaller
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM20
Almera
- 482-litre boot
- 378 kg lighter
- 5.4 L/100 km rated fuel economy
- 99 hp and 152 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross
- Only driver and passenger airbags
- No reverse camera, cruise control or rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM83,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 99 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 152 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | Xtronic CVT |
| Gears | 6 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.4 L/100 km |
| Co2 | — | 125 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 35 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 482 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Single-zone |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear 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 | Four Windows, Driver 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5 Times Free Service |
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 Almera FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Nissan Almera better?
The Tiggo Cross is better equipped, more powerful and has substantially broader safety hardware. The Almera is the better choice if you prioritise a 482-litre boot, lower road tax and a lower entry price.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM4,912 more than the Nissan Almera. That gap brings a 1.5-litre turbo, 18-inch wheels, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Nissan Almera has the bigger boot at 482 litres, compared with 380 litres in the Chery Tiggo Cross. Both cars have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.