Honda HR-V or Chery Tiggo 8? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. Both cars 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

Honda HR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900) etc.

Chery Tiggo 8 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750) etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Honda HR-V is indeed RM 13,850 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware that the few thousand difference in price might have trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

Honda HR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety system includes Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Chery Tiggo 8 safety rating is TBD, active safety system includes Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functions between Honda HR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and Chery Tiggo 8's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can compare the feature lists of both closely.

Configuration and Technology

Honda HR-V adopts FWD drive type.

Chery Tiggo 8 adopts FWD drive type.

Both cars have the same drive type, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.

Maintenance and Service

Honda HR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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

Summary

Overall, both Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and go for a test drive before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.