Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM1,000 less than the Proton X50 yet brings a 380-litre boot, 10 mm longer 2,610 mm wheelbase and autonomous braking. It is also 35 mm wider, although the X50 is 62 mm longer and much lighter at 1,351 kg versus 1,468 kg. The Proton’s 178 hp and 290 Nm beat the Chery’s 145 hp and 210 Nm, and its claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.6 seconds. Pick the Tiggo Cross for safety equipment, cabin convenience and warranty cover; take the X50 if performance is the priority.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want autonomous braking, a 380-litre boot and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty for less money.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm and a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Proton X50 RM89,800
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm
- Transmission: Chery Tiggo Cross 6-speed wet DCT; Proton X50 7-speed wet DCT
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Proton X50 330 litres
- Wheelbase: Chery Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm; Proton X50 2,600 mm
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Proton X50 5 years/unlimited mileage
Tiggo Cross
- Autonomous braking and rear side airbags
- 380-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and 18-inch wheels
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm
- Six-speed DCT versus the X50’s seven-speed unit
- No built-in navigation
X50
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lighter 1,351 kg kerb weight
- 14.6-inch touchscreen and built-in navigation
- No autonomous braking listed
- No rear side airbags listed
- 330-litre boot is 50 litres smaller than the Tiggo Cross
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM89,800 |
| 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 | 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✓ |
| 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) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| 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 |
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 & X50 for sale
Tiggo Cross vs X50 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Proton X50 better?
The Tiggo Cross is the better-equipped safety and practicality choice, with autonomous braking, rear side airbags and a 380-litre boot. The X50 is better for outright pace, producing 178 hp and 290 Nm versus 145 hp and 210 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM1,000 cheaper than the Proton X50.
Which has the better warranty?
The Tiggo Cross has the longer time-based warranty at seven years, with a 150,000 km limit. The X50 warranty lasts five years but has unlimited mileage, and includes six times free labour servicing.