Chery Tiggo Cross vs Proton X50
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Tiggo Cross offers a competitive price of RM 88,800, slightly lower than the X50 at RM 89,800. While the X50 boasts a more powerful engine with 178 hp and 290 Nm of torque, the Tiggo Cross provides a solid 145 hp and 210 Nm, alongside a larger boot space of 380 L compared to the X50's 330 L. Additionally, the Tiggo Cross features auto emergency braking and a longer warranty of 7 years, making it a compelling choice for safety-conscious buyers.
Pick the Tiggo Cross if you prioritise safety features and warranty.
Pick the X50 if you want superior performance and a sportier drive.
Key differences
- Price: RM 88,800 (Tiggo Cross) vs RM 89,800 (X50)
- Power: 145 hp (Tiggo Cross) vs 178 hp (X50)
- Torque: 210 Nm (Tiggo Cross) vs 290 Nm (X50)
- Boot space: 380 L (Tiggo Cross) vs 330 L (X50)
- Warranty: 7 years (Tiggo Cross) vs 5 years (X50)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 89,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Power | 145 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | — | 7.6 s |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Boot space | 380 L✓ | 330 L |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | 45 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 7✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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
- Longer warranty period of 7 years
- More boot space at 380 L
- Includes auto emergency braking feature
- Lower power output at 145 hp
- Less torque at 210 Nm
X50
- Higher power output at 178 hp
- Greater torque at 290 Nm
- Sporty design and modern features
- Shorter warranty period of 5 years
- Less boot space at 330 L
Tiggo Cross vs X50 FAQ
Is the Tiggo Cross or X50 better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the Tiggo Cross excels in safety and warranty, while the X50 offers superior performance.
What is the price difference?
The Tiggo Cross is priced at RM 88,800, while the X50 costs RM 89,800, making the Tiggo Cross RM 1,000 cheaper.
What are the engine specifications?
The Tiggo Cross has a 1.5L engine producing 145 hp and 210 Nm of torque, whereas the X50's 1.5L engine delivers 178 hp and 290 Nm.