Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross undercuts the RM107,980 Renault Captur by RM19,180 yet gives 145 hp and 210 Nm against 120 hp and 205 Nm. It is also the bigger car, 4,318 mm long versus 4,122 mm, with a marginally larger 380-litre boot. The Captur fights back by being 288 kg lighter and having rated economy of 5.9 L/100 km, but the Chery brings more safety and convenience kit: more airbags, AEB, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want more power, more driver-assistance kit and a bigger body for less money.
Pick the Renault Captur if you prefer the lighter car with published fuel economy, built-in navigation and a space-saver spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Renault Captur RM107,980
- Engine output: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm; Renault Captur 120 hp/205 Nm
- Size: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long/1,830 mm wide; Renault Captur 4,122 mm long/1,778 mm wide
- Weight and tank: Chery Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg/51 litres; Renault Captur 1,180 kg/45 litres
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Renault Captur 377 litres
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Renault Captur 5 years/150,000 km
Tiggo Cross
- More power and torque from its 1.5 litre turbo engine
- AEB, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise and 360-degree camera are included
- Longer 7-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Heavier by 288 kg
- No built-in navigation listed
- Higher annual road tax at RM120 versus RM85
Captur
- Much lighter at 1,180 kg
- Rated economy is listed at 5.9 L/100 km
- Gets GPS navigation and a space-saver spare tyre
- Costs RM19,180 more
- Lower output at 120 hp and 205 Nm
- Fewer airbags and no AEB, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 107,980 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 120 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 192 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,122 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,778 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,567 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,180 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 377 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Continental Eco Contact 5 |
| 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" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum |
| 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 |
| 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 | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen with GPS, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Mobility Solutions |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 85✓ |
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 Captur FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Renault Captur better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is the stronger buy on paper: it costs less, has more power, more safety kit and a longer warranty. The Renault Captur mainly answers with lower weight, rated fuel economy and built-in navigation.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM19,180 cheaper than the Renault Captur. That gap comes despite the Chery having the larger engine, higher output, more airbags and a 7-year warranty.
Which SUV is more practical?
The Chery Tiggo Cross has the edge for space, measuring 4,318 mm long with a 380-litre boot. The Renault Captur is shorter at 4,122 mm and has a 377-litre boot, though the difference in luggage space is only 3 litres.