Verdict
At RM88,800, the five-seat Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM4,200 less than the RM93,000 Toyota Rush yet brings a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, six-speed wet DCT and a 380-litre boot. The Rush answers with seven seats, rear-wheel drive and a 2,685 mm wheelbase, 75 mm longer than the Chery’s. Its naturally aspirated 104 hp/136 Nm engine and four-speed automatic are materially down on output, however. For a Malaysian buyer needing the third row, the Toyota remains the practical choice; otherwise, the Chery is better equipped and markedly stronger on paper.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if five seats suffice and you want 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and autonomous braking for RM4,200 less.
Pick the Toyota Rush if carrying up to seven people matters more than power, boot volume and the newer driver-assistance kit.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Toyota Rush RM93,000.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm; Toyota Rush 104 hp/136 Nm.
- Transmission: Chery Tiggo Cross six-speed wet DCT; Toyota Rush four-speed conventional automatic.
- Seating and boot: Chery Tiggo Cross five seats/380 litres; Toyota Rush seven seats/213 litres.
- Wheelbase and driveline: Chery Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm/front-wheel drive; Toyota Rush 2,685 mm/rear-wheel drive.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Rush five years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 41 hp and 74 Nm more than the Rush
- 380-litre boot, 167 litres larger
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Five seats versus the Rush’s seven
- 1,468 kg versus the Rush’s 1,305 kg
- No listed full-size spare tyre; the Rush gets a full-size 17-inch alloy
Rush
- Seven seats with one-touch tumble middle row
- Rear-wheel drive and 2,685 mm wheelbase
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre and unlimited-mileage warranty
- 104 hp and 136 Nm trail the Chery’s 145 hp and 210 Nm
- 213-litre boot is 167 litres smaller
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM93,000 |
| 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 | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 136 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 6.8" DVD-AVX touchscreen with 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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 & Rush for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Rush FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Toyota Rush better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is the better buy for five occupants: it is RM4,200 cheaper, has 145 hp and 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot, and autonomous braking. Choose the Toyota Rush only if its seven-seat layout is essential.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 and the Toyota Rush costs RM93,000, so the Rush is RM4,200 more expensive.
Which has more passenger space, the Chery Tiggo Cross or Toyota Rush?
The Toyota Rush has seven seats, a 2,685 mm wheelbase and a third-row bench, against the Tiggo Cross’s five seats and 2,610 mm wheelbase. The Chery counters with a much larger 380-litre boot versus 213 litres.