In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro when choosing a car.
Toyota Yaris Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro OTR price in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.
In terms of price, Toyota Yaris Cross's starting price is indeed RM 59,850 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the cheaper cost may come with trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in function between Toyota Yaris Cross's TSS and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's Basic. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Toyota Yaris Cross body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. For cars in this class, daily use is completely sufficient.

Toyota Yaris Cross uses FWD drive method.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro uses FWD drive method.
Both cars have the same drive method, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not differ too much.
Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing homework, comparing quotes from several car dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing homework will never be wrong.