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X50 or Tiggo 8? A comparison to save you research time

2026-07-25 22:30:00
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers often compare the Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The Proton X50 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,800 - 113,300, with 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, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of the Proton X50 is indeed RM 39,950 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand cheaper might involve compromises in features, depending on your needs.

Proton X50 exterior view 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

The Proton X50 is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cylinder, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

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

In terms of power, the Chery Tiggo 8's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more hp than the Proton X50's 1.5L 4-cylinder. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Proton X50 exterior view 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The Proton X50 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

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

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, the ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) on Proton X50 and the Basic on Chery Tiggo 8 differ in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists in detail.

Proton X50 exterior view 3, source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X50 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Chery Tiggo 8 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are completely sufficient for daily use.

Chery Tiggo 8 exterior view 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Proton X50 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 8 warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 8 exterior view 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Conclusion

Overall, both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and test drive before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time researching will never be a mistake.

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