In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Proton X90 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 variants, 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 Chery Tiggo 8 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 variant, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 22,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level model can already meet daily needs. But be aware, that few thousand difference might involve compromises on features, it depends on your specific needs.

Proton X90 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, the driving feel is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk capacity 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 body length 4400 mm, trunk capacity 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is minimal. Vehicles of this class are more than sufficient for daily use.

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive type.
Chery Tiggo 8 adopts FWD drive type.
Both cars have the same drive type, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Chery Tiggo 8 warranty 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 are both excellent 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 dealers, and then go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time doing research will never be wrong.