In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800), etc.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 7 Pro in Malaysia is RM 123,750 - 123,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 125,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 140,000), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 16,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version is sufficient for daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand cheaper may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain system, and the driving experience in daily use is basically no difference. Fuel economy is also similar, no need to worry too much about this point.

The safety rating of Proton X90 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.
Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can carefully compare the feature lists of both.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, then choose the one with richer configurations. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both models; personal experience is the most important.
Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.