In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Honda WR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.
The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV OTR price in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.
From a pricing perspective, the Honda WR-V's starting price is indeed RM 69,850 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the thousands of ringgit saved might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda WR-V comes with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV comes with a Hybrid, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Hybrid has 65 hp more than the Honda WR-V's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have enough power, and you won't feel underpowered.

Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.
Regarding safety features, both cars have achieved good ratings. However, there are some functional differences between the Honda WR-V's Honda SENSING and the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Basic. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Honda WR-V uses FWD drive mode.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV uses FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, FWD, and daily driving experience won't differ much.
Overall, both Honda WR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple car dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will never go wrong.