Verdict
The RM88,800 Tiggo Cross is RM6,200 cheaper than the RM95,000 Seres 3, yet brings stronger driver-assistance kit including autonomous braking, collision warning and adaptive cruise control. Its 1.5 litre turbo makes 145 hp and 210 Nm, while the Seres 3’s electric motor produces 161 hp and 300 Nm, with a 53.6 kWh battery rated for 340 km. The Seres is the better load carrier: its 525-litre boot beats the Chery’s 380 litres. For buyers without settled charging access, the Tiggo Cross is the easier call.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the lower purchase price, a seven-year/150,000 km warranty and autonomous braking with adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Seres 3 if home or workplace charging suits you and its 340 km EV range, 300 Nm motor torque and 525-litre boot matter more.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Powertrain: Tiggo Cross 1.5 litre turbo petrol with 145 hp and 210 Nm; Seres 3 electric motor with 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- EV battery and range: Tiggo Cross has no traction battery or EV range; Seres 3 has a 53.6 kWh battery and 340 km range.
- Boot space: Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
- Wheelbase: Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm; Seres 3 2,655 mm.
- Warranty: Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; Seres 3 five years/160,000 km.
Tiggo Cross
- RM6,200 cheaper to buy
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and adaptive cruise control
- Seven-year manufacturer warranty
- 380-litre boot is 145 litres smaller
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the Seres 3's 161 hp and 300 Nm
- Manual front passenger seat versus powered front seats
3
- 161 hp electric motor with 300 Nm
- 525-litre boot
- 53.6 kWh battery with 340 km range
- Costs RM6,200 more
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system
- Five-year warranty is two years shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | — |
| Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC 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, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
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 & 3 for sale
Tiggo Cross vs 3 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Seres 3 better?
The Tiggo Cross is the better pick for lower upfront cost and active safety equipment, including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Seres 3 if you can charge regularly and need its 340 km EV range, 300 Nm torque and 525-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Seres 3 costs RM6,200 more than the Chery Tiggo Cross.
How far can the Seres 3 travel on one charge?
The Seres 3 has a 53.6 kWh battery with a quoted EV range of 340 km. It supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 60 kW.