Chery Tiggo Cross vs Proton X50
Verdict
At RM88,800 versus RM89,800, this is less about price and more about priorities. The Chery Tiggo Cross gives Malaysian buyers the more practical paper spec: 380 litres of boot space, a 51-litre tank, a seven-year warranty and auto emergency braking. It is also wider and taller. The Proton X50 hits back hard on performance, with 178 hp and 290 Nm against the Chery’s 145 hp and 210 Nm, plus a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Both are petrol, front-driven B-SUVs with wet dual-clutch gearboxes, six airbags and RM120 road tax.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want more boot space, a bigger fuel tank, a longer warranty and auto emergency braking for slightly less money.
Pick the Proton X50 if acceleration matters more, because its 178 hp, 290 Nm and 7.6-second 0-100 km/h claim give it the stronger drivetrain spec.
Key differences
- Power: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp, Proton X50 178 hp
- Torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 210 Nm, Proton X50 290 Nm
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 L, Proton X50 330 L
- Fuel tank: Chery Tiggo Cross 51 L, Proton X50 45 L
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years, Proton X50 5 years
- Size: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318/1,830/1,670 mm, Proton X50 4,380/1,795/1,609 mm
Tiggo Cross
- 50 litres more boot space
- Seven-year warranty
- Auto emergency braking included
- 33 hp down on the Proton X50
- 80 Nm less torque
- No quoted 0-100 km/h time
X50
- Stronger 178 hp output
- Much higher 290 Nm torque
- Quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 330-litre boot
- Shorter five-year warranty
- Auto emergency braking is not specified
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 89,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 7DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.6 seconds |
| 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 |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, 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 | Passive 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| 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 | — | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
| Ownership | ||
| 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 vs X50 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Proton X50 better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is better for space, warranty and safety kit on paper. The Proton X50 is better for performance, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM1,000 more than the Chery Tiggo Cross. The gap is small, so the decision should centre on performance versus practicality and warranty coverage.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Chery Tiggo Cross has the bigger boot at 380 litres. The Proton X50 has 330 litres, so the Chery gives you an extra 50 litres for luggage or family use.