Verdict
For RM800 more, the Chery Tiggo Cross brings a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo against the Toyota Yaris’ 105 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated unit, plus a 380-litre boot rather than 286 litres. It is also 178 mm longer and 100 mm taller, so it asks for more parking space and carries 328 kg more mass. The Yaris counters with a smaller hatchback footprint, RM90 annual road tax and a full-size alloy spare. Pick the Tiggo Cross for output, cargo room and its longer warranty; pick the Yaris for the more compact package.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want 40 hp and 60 Nm more, a 380-litre boot and adaptive cruise control for just RM800 extra.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if a 4,140 mm hatchback body, lower RM90 road tax and a full-size spare suit your daily use better.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Toyota Yaris 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Dimensions: Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long and 1,830 mm wide; Toyota Yaris 4,140 mm long and 1,730 mm wide.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross 380 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Kerb weight: Chery Tiggo Cross 1,468 kg; Toyota Yaris 1,140 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; Toyota Yaris 16-inch alloys with 195/50R16 tyres.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Yaris five years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 380-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank
- Adaptive cruise control, rear air vents and a power-adjustable driver’s seat
- RM120 annual road tax versus the Yaris’ RM90
- 1,468 kg versus the Yaris’ 1,140 kg
- No front foglamps or full-size spare tyre
Yaris
- 4,140 mm-long hatchback body is 178 mm shorter
- RM90 annual road tax
- Full-size 16-inch alloy spare tyre and front foglamps
- 105 hp and 150 Nm trails the Tiggo Cross by 40 hp and 60 Nm
- 286-litre boot is 94 litres smaller
- No adaptive cruise control, rear air vents or front parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| 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✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| 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, 2 Rear USB-C |
| 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 | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 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 | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 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.
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Tiggo Cross vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Toyota Yaris better?
The Tiggo Cross is the stronger all-rounder on equipment and space, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Yaris instead if its 178 mm shorter body, lower road tax and full-size spare matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 and the Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000, so the difference is RM800.
Which has the better warranty?
The Tiggo Cross has a seven-year, 150,000 km warranty. The Yaris has a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The Chery covers two more years, while the Toyota has no mileage cap.