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How to Choose Between Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8? Real Comparison in Malaysia

2026-07-18 05:50:00
DailyEVUserHK
1.2k Fans   109 Following   160 Posts

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 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 OTR price for Perodua Aruz in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.

The OTR price for Chery Tiggo 8 in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Perodua Aruz is indeed RM 56,850 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, the entry-level version of Perodua can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

Chery Tiggo 8 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the 1.5L Turbo of Chery Tiggo 8 has 35 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Perodua Aruz. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .

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

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Configurations and Technology

Perodua Aruz adopts FWD drive mode.

Chery Tiggo 8 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not differ significantly.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it Suitable For

Both Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 are 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 a better reputation; if you care more about price-performance ratio and features, then choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both models, as personal experience is the most important.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, both Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, 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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