Proton X90 or Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Proton X90's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, there are 4 versions in total, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800), etc.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, there are 2 versions in total, including 2025 1.5T 90km CSH (RM 129,750), What charging methods does the Tiggo 7 PHEV support? Can it be charged using a home power socket? (RM 117,478), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 22,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand dollars cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your needs.

Safety Features

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV's safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, the ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) of Proton X90 and the Basic of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV have some differences in functions. If you value active safety, you can compare the function lists of both carefully.

Configurations and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive type.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV adopts FWD drive type.

Both cars have the same drive type, both are FWD, there won't be a big difference in daily driving experience.

Maintenance and Service

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research is never wrong.