In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Mazda CX-3 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today we will conduct 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, with a total of 2 versions, 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, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.
In terms of price, 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. However, be aware that the few thousand ringgit cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Mazda CX-3 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is equipped with a Hybrid system, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Hybrid system has 30 more horsepower than Mazda CX-3's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Mazda CX-3 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Regarding space, the Mazda CX-3 body is 100 mm longer than the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV, so the interior passenger space will be slightly more spacious, especially the rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to fit a stroller, a slightly larger body is indeed more practical.

Mazda CX-3 adopts FWD drive type.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drive type.
Both cars have the same drive type, both are FWD, and daily driving experience will not differ too much.
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. Ultimately, it is suggested to test drive both, as personal experience 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 mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, taking some time to do research will never go wrong.