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Toyota Harrier vs Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV: Which is the Best Buy in Malaysia?

2026-10-26 04:50:00
TseungKwanO
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Harrier 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

The Toyota Harrier OTR price in Malaysia is RM 289,000 - 289,000. There is a total of 1 version available, including the 2026 HEV 2.5L Standard (RM 289,000), among others.

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

Looking at the price, the starting price of Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is RM 129,250 cheaper than Toyota Harrier. Honestly, in this price range, a gap of a few thousand is actually not that big. The key is to look at overall cost-performance ratio and long-term usage costs.

Toyota Harrier Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Harrier is equipped with 2.0L Turbo, horsepower 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.

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

In terms of power, Toyota Harrier's 2.0L Turbo has 50 more horsepower than Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Hybrid, giving more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's fuel consumption might be more friendly, and the difference in daily city commuting won't be too big.

Toyota Harrier Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Equipment

Toyota Harrier's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety equipment, both cars have received decent ratings. However, Toyota Harrier's Brand ADAS and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Basic have some differences in functions. If you value active safety more, you can compare the function lists of both carefully.

Toyota Harrier Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Toyota Harrier 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 the same, with little difference in interior space. For cars of this class, daily use is more than enough.

Configuration and Technology

Toyota Harrier adopts FWD drive mode.

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, there won't be too big difference in daily driving experience.

Summary

Overall, Toyota Harrier and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several car dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time researching will never be wrong.

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