Verdict
At RM88,800 against RM99,800, this is less about size and more about powertrain. The Turbo gets the stronger 1.5-litre petrol output at 145 hp and 210 Nm, plus 380 litres of boot space. The Hybrid asks another RM11,000 for petrol hybrid/REV hardware, an eCVT, a 1.8 kWh battery and one extra airbag, but its 1.5-litre figures are 94 hp and 120 Nm. With identical dimensions, 51-litre tanks, AEB, seven-year warranty and RM120 road tax, the cheaper car is the clearer buy on paper.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross Turbo if you want the lower price, stronger 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre output and the larger 380-litre boot.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross Hybrid if you specifically want the petrol hybrid/REV drivetrain, eCVT, 1.8 kWh battery and seven airbags enough to accept the RM11,000 uplift.
Key differences
- Price: RM88,800 vs RM99,800
- Fuel type: petrol vs petrol hybrid/REV
- Output: 145 hp/210 Nm vs 94 hp/120 Nm
- Transmission: wet dual-clutch automatic vs eCVT automatic
- Battery: none vs 1.8 kWh
- Boot and airbags: 380 litres/6 airbags vs 350 litres/7 airbags
Turbo
- RM11,000 cheaper to buy
- Higher 145 hp/210 Nm output
- Larger 380-litre boot
- No petrol hybrid/REV system
- Six airbags, not seven
- Wet DCT, not eCVT
Hybrid
- Petrol hybrid/REV drivetrain
- Gets a 1.8 kWh battery
- Seven airbags
- RM11,000 pricier
- Lower 94 hp/120 Nm output
- Smaller 350-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 88,800✓ | RM 99,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing, hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 120 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 310 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.83 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | DHT 150 |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,318 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Sailun ERange Performance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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, Driver Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 for two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto |
| 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 | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
Turbo vs Hybrid FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross Turbo or Chery Tiggo Cross Hybrid better?
For most buyers, the Turbo. It costs RM11,000 less, has higher 145 hp/210 Nm output and a 380-litre boot. Choose the Hybrid only if petrol hybrid/REV hardware, eCVT and seven airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross Hybrid is RM11,000 dearer than the Chery Tiggo Cross Turbo.
Are the size and road tax the same?
Yes. Both are five-seat B-segment SUVs with a 4,318 mm length, 2,610 mm wheelbase, 51-litre fuel tank, RM120 annual road tax, AEB and a seven-year warranty. Boot space differs: 380 litres in the Turbo, 350 litres in the Hybrid.