Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800, a RM15,900 step up from the Perodua Aruz, but brings 145 hp and 210 Nm against 101 hp and 133 Nm. It is also the better-equipped five-seater, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and a 380-litre boot. The Aruz answers with seven seats, a 2,685 mm wheelbase and a full-size alloy spare tyre. Pick it when carrying more people matters more than performance and active safety kit.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the 145 hp turbo engine, 380-litre boot and active safety features in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, a longer 2,685 mm wheelbase and the lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Perodua Aruz RM72,900
- Output: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Perodua Aruz 101 hp and 133 Nm
- Seating and boot: Chery Tiggo Cross 5 seats and 380 litres; Perodua Aruz 7 seats and 213 litres
- Transmission and drive: Chery Tiggo Cross 6-speed wet DCT with front-wheel drive; Perodua Aruz 4-speed automatic with rear-wheel drive
- Dimensions: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 2,610 mm wheelbase; Perodua Aruz 4,435 mm long, 1,695 mm wide and 2,685 mm wheelbase
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Perodua Aruz 5 years/150,000 km
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo petrol engine
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- 380-litre boot, 10.25-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- RM15,900 more expensive
- Five seats versus the Aruz's seven
- No full-size spare tyre listed
Aruz
- Seven seats with one-touch tumble middle row and split-folding last row
- Lower RM72,900 price and 6.4 L/100 km rated economy
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre
- 101 hp and 133 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross's 145 hp and 210 Nm
- 213-litre boot is 167 litres smaller
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM72,900✓ |
| 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 | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 101 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 133 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 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 | 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| 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 & Aruz for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Aruz FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Perodua Aruz better?
The Tiggo Cross is better for performance, a larger 380-litre boot and active safety equipment. The Aruz is better if seven seats and a lower entry price are the priority. Their roles are clearly different despite both being B-segment SUVs.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM15,900 more expensive than the Perodua Aruz: RM88,800 versus RM72,900. The gap brings a turbo engine, more safety assistance, more cabin technology and two extra years of manufacturer warranty.
Which has more space for passengers and luggage?
The Aruz has seven seats and a 2,685 mm wheelbase, 75 mm longer than the Tiggo Cross. The Tiggo Cross has the larger quoted boot at 380 litres, against 213 litres for the Aruz.