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Malaysian Chinese Car Buyers Must-See: Comprehensive Comparison of Yaris Cross vs Tiggo 8 PHEV

2026-09-28 17:10:00
CountrysideRelaxDrive
1.7k Fans   150 Following   87 Posts

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers 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.

Price and Versions

Toyota Yaris Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with 2 versions in total, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV OTR price in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750, with 2 versions in total, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.

In terms of price, Toyota Yaris Cross 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 also note, the few thousand difference might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, horsepower 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is equipped with Hybrid, horsepower 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.

Regarding power, Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV Hybrid has 65 more horsepower than Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have enough power, you won't feel it's lacking.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Toyota Yaris Cross vehicle length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV vehicle length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. For cars at this level, daily use is fully adequate.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

Toyota Yaris Cross adopts FWD drivetrain.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drivetrain.

Both cars have the same drivetrain, both are FWD, daily driving feel will not have much difference.

Who is it suitable for

Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use, daily commute. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Finally suggest test driving both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. Suggest everyone doing your research, compare quotes from several car dealers, then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will never go wrong.

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