In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
The Proton X50 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,800 - 113,300. There are a total of 4 versions, including 1.5T Executive (RM 89,800), 1.5T Premium (RM 101,800), 1.5T Flagship (RM 113,300), etc.
The Chery Tiggo 8 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750. There is a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.
From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 39,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the savings of a few thousand ringgit might involve trade-offs in equipment; it depends on your specific needs.

Proton X50 is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 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 Proton X50. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel underpowered.

The safety rating of Proton X50 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of Chery Tiggo 8 is TBD. Active safety systems include Basic.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received decent ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X50's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 8's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can compare their feature lists in detail.

Proton X50 uses 4WD drive system.
Chery Tiggo 8 uses FWD drive system.
Proton's 4WD and Chery's FWD will have different handling experiences. A test drive comparison is recommended.

Overall, both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 are quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several car dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time doing research will definitely not be wrong.