In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when choosing 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 doing your research.
The OTR price of the 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 the 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 the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is RM 48,450 cheaper than the Honda CR-V. Honestly speaking, in this price range, a difference of a few thousand is not really significant; the key is to look at the overall cost-performance ratio and long-term usage costs.

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

The Honda CR-V has a body length of 4500 mm and a trunk of 450 L.
The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV has a body length of 4400 mm and a trunk of 400 L.
In terms of space, the Honda CR-V's body is 100 mm longer than the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV, and the interior seating space will be slightly more spacious, especially the rear legroom. If you frequently carry family or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

The Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive mode.
The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, which is FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

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

Overall, both the Honda CR-V and the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several car dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time on research will never be wrong.