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Proton X90 or Chery Tiggo 9? Hear what Malaysian owners have to say

2026-08-18 16:00:01
Lobster
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 9 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 help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Proton X90's OTR price 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.

Chery Tiggo 9's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 166,800 - 179,800, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 2.0T Standard (RM 179,750), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 60,000 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 9. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 exterior image 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

Chery Tiggo 9's safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

In terms of safety features, both cars received decent ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 9's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can compare their feature lists in detail.

Proton X90 exterior image 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Chery Tiggo 9 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For a car of this class, it is more than enough for daily use.

Proton X90 exterior image 3, source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

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

Chery Tiggo 9 warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 9 exterior image 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it suitable for

Both Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 9 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Chery Tiggo 9 exterior image 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, both Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 9 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never go wrong.

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