Chery Tiggo Cross vs Perodua Ativa
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Chery Tiggo Cross offers a more powerful 1.5-litre engine producing 145 hp and 210 Nm of torque, significantly outperforming the Perodua Ativa's 996 cc engine with 97 hp and 140 Nm. While the Tiggo Cross is priced at RM 88,800, the Ativa is more budget-friendly at RM 62,500, making it an attractive option for those prioritising cost over power.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you desire superior power and features for a higher price.
Pick the Perodua Ativa if you are looking for a more economical option with good fuel efficiency.
Key differences
- Price: RM 88,800 vs RM 62,500
- Power: 145 hp vs 97 hp
- Torque: 210 Nm vs 140 Nm
- Fuel economy: — vs 5.3 L/100km
- Length: 4,318 mm vs 4,065 mm
- Boot space: 380 L vs 369 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800 | RM 62,500✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 996 cc |
| Power | 145 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 140 Nm |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | — | 5.3 L/100km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,065 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,710 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Boot space | 380 L✓ | 369 L |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | 36 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 7✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 20✓ |
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
- More powerful engine
- Larger boot space
- Longer warranty period
- Higher price point
- CBU assembly may imply higher maintenance costs
Ativa
- More affordable price
- Better fuel economy
- CKD assembly may reduce maintenance costs
- Less powerful engine
- Smaller boot space
Tiggo Cross vs Ativa FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Perodua Ativa better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is better for those prioritising power and features, while the Perodua Ativa excels in affordability and fuel efficiency.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is priced at RM 88,800, while the Perodua Ativa is more affordable at RM 62,500, making a RM 26,300 difference.
What are the assembly types for both models?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is a Completely Built-Up (CBU) unit, whereas the Perodua Ativa is a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) model.