Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, which one is more suitable for Malaysian families?

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro when choosing a car. The price and positioning of these two models are quite close. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.

Price and Variants

The OTR price of Proton X90 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 OTR price of Chery Tiggo 8 Pro in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750, with a total of 2 variants, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 52,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, the Proton entry-level model can already meet daily needs. But be aware, the few thousand dollars cheaper might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's Basic differ in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, and interior space differences are not significant. For this class of vehicles, daily use is perfectly sufficient.

Maintenance and Servicing

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will definitely not be a mistake.