In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers often compare Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 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 on research.
The OTR price for Toyota Yaris Cross 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.
The OTR price for Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV 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.
From a price perspective, Toyota Yaris Cross's starting price is indeed RM 59,850 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note, the price difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.
Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, Toyota Yaris Cross's TSS and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Basic have some functional differences. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Toyota Yaris Cross body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are fully sufficient for daily use.

Toyota Yaris Cross adopts FWD drive mode.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drive mode.
The drive mode of both cars is the same, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be significantly different.
Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both excellent models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.