In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time doing research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 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.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV 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.
From a price perspective, 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, keep in mind that the few thousand less expensive might have trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific requirements.

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

Proton X90 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars in this class, it is more than enough for daily use.

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.
Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, so the daily driving experience will not differ significantly.

Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that you do your research, compare quotes from several car dealerships, and go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be a mistake.