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Honda HR-V vs Chery Tiggo 8: Which is the Best Buy in Malaysia?

2026-09-07 00:40:01
FoodCritic_4
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In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so 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, 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. But note, those few thousand saved might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda HR-V Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

Honda HR-V is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Chery Tiggo 8 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Both cars use the same powertrain system, and the driving experience feels basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this.

Honda HR-V Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

Honda HR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Chery Tiggo 8's safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in function between Honda HR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and Chery Tiggo 8's Basic, so if you value active safety highly, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Honda HR-V Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

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, the interior seating space will be slightly more spacious, especially rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to place a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Configuration and Technology

Honda HR-V adopts FWD drive mode.

Chery Tiggo 8 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not differ too much.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

In general, 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. We recommend doing your research well, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.

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