In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Mazda CX-3 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 of Mazda CX-3 in Malaysia is RM 126,159 - 139,159. There are 2 versions in total, including 2023 2.0L High (RM 139,159), 2023 2.0L Plus (RM 126,159), etc.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750. There are 2 versions in total, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Mazda CX-3 is indeed RM 33,591 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Mazda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note, the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

Mazda CX-3 adopts FWD drive mode.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving feel will not have much difference.

Mazda CX-3 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Mazda CX-3 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, then choose the one with richer configuration. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it firsthand is the most important.
Overall, Mazda CX-3 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealers, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.