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Toyota Yaris Cross vs Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV: Experienced Driver Explains the Differences

2026-09-29 10:10:00
HKCarLoverEmi
2.4k Fans   189 Following   2 Posts

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers often compare Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when choosing a car. Both 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

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

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750. There are 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 Toyota Yaris Cross starting price is indeed RM 29,850 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But you should also note that for that cheaper amount of a few thousand, there might be trade-offs in features, depending specifically on your needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

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

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is equipped with Hybrid, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.

Regarding power, the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV's Hybrid has 65 more horsepower than the Toyota Yaris Cross's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel it's underpowered.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The Toyota Yaris Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, the TSS of the Toyota Yaris Cross and the Basic of the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV have some differences in function. If you value active safety more, you can compare the function lists of both in detail.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

The Toyota Yaris Cross body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The sizes of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars of this class, daily use is completely sufficient.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it suitable for

Both the Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are 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 a better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, then choose the one with a richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it firsthand is the most important.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

In general, both the Toyota Yaris Cross and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are quite good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose, the key is to look at your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.

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