In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 when selecting 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 the time of research.
Honda HR-V OTR selling price in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900, total 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 selling price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, total 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750) etc.
From the price perspective, Honda HR-V's starting price 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. However, note that the few thousand RM saved may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda HR-V comes with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp power. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 comes with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp power. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, the driving feel is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also about the same, so there's no need to worry too much about this.

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 equipment, both cars received good ratings. However, Honda HR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and Chery Tiggo 8's Basic differ somewhat in functions. If you value active safety, you can compare the function lists of both in detail.

Honda HR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
In terms of space, Honda HR-V's body is 100 mm longer than Chery Tiggo 8, interior seating space will be slightly more spacious, especially rear seat legroom. If you often carry family or need to place a stroller, the larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda HR-V warranty 5 years / unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Chery Tiggo 8 warranty 3 years / 100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.