In the Malaysia SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when selecting a car. These two 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.
The OTR price of Honda CR-V in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD RS (RM 195,900), 2026 1.5T 4WD V (RM 181,900), 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD E (RM 178,200), etc.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 2025 1.5T 90km CSH (RM 129,750), What charging methods does the Tiggo 7 PHEV support? Can it be charged using a home power socket? (RM 117,478), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is RM 48,450 cheaper than Honda CR-V. Honestly, in this price segment, a difference of a few thousand is not that big, the key is to look at overall cost-performance and long-term usage costs.

Honda CR-V is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is equipped with Hybrid, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.
Regarding power, Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV's Hybrid has 0 more horsepower than Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient and won't feel weak.

The safety rating of Honda CR-V is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The safety rating of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV 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 CR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV's Basic. If you value active safety, you can compare the function lists of both carefully.

Honda CR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Regarding space, Honda CR-V's body is 100 mm longer than Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV, the interior passenger space will be slightly more spacious, especially rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to put in a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda CR-V and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are both mainstream choices in the Malaysia market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Honda CR-V and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several car dealers, and test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, taking time to do homework will never be wrong.