Chery Tiggo Cross vs Toyota Vios
Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross is RM1,800 cheaper than the RM90,600 Toyota Vios yet brings a much stronger 1.5 turbo: 145 hp and 210 Nm against 104 hp and 138 Nm. It is also the bigger-feeling, better-equipped car, with 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise and a 360-degree camera. The Vios answers with sedan sense: 475 litres of boot space versus 380, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy, a 5-star ASEAN NCAP result and unlimited-mileage warranty. Choose layout and priorities first.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the stronger turbo powertrain, SUV body, more comfort kit and a slightly lower price.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the bigger boot, quoted fuel economy, 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Toyota Vios RM90,600
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp/138 Nm
- Body and boot: Chery Tiggo Cross SUV with 380 litres; Toyota Vios sedan with 475 litres
- Size: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long, 1,830 mm wide, 1,670 mm tall; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm long, 1,740 mm wide, 1,480 mm tall
- Transmission: Chery Tiggo Cross 6-speed wet DCT; Toyota Vios CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km; Toyota Vios 5 years/unlimited mileage
Tiggo Cross
- Much stronger 145 hp and 210 Nm output
- Adds adaptive cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control and wireless charging
- Larger 51-litre fuel tank and 18-inch alloys
- Smaller 380-litre boot versus the Vios’ 475 litres
- No lane-keeping assist; the Vios has steering correction
- No ASEAN NCAP rating listed; the Vios has 5 stars
Vios
- Bigger 475-litre boot
- Quoted 5.2 L/100 km fuel economy
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and unlimited-mileage warranty
- Much lower output at 104 hp and 138 Nm
- Smaller 40-litre fuel tank versus 51 litres
- Lacks adaptive cruise control and telescopic steering adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 90,600 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| 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✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| 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 | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" 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) |
| 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 | 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 | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 90✓ |
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 Vios FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Toyota Vios better?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is better for performance and equipment, with 145 hp, 210 Nm and adaptive cruise control. The Toyota Vios is better for boot space, fuel economy confidence and safety paperwork, with 475 litres, 5.2 L/100 km and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800, while the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600. That makes the Chery RM1,800 cheaper.
Which one has more boot space?
The Toyota Vios has the larger boot at 475 litres. The Chery Tiggo Cross has 380 litres, although it counters with a 60:40 split-folding rear seat while the Vios uses a fixed rear bench.