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Proton X50 vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro: An Experienced Driver Explains the Differences

2026-07-26 04:00:01
InsectsButterflies
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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

Proton X50's 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.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's OTR price 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.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 69,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level model can already meet daily needs. But be aware that the few thousand difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X50 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's 2.0L 4-cyl has 65 more horsepower than Proton X50's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have enough power and won't feel underpowered.

Proton X50 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

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

Regarding safety features, both cars have received decent ratings. However, Proton X50's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's Basic have some functional differences. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Proton X50 Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X50 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

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

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For cars in this class, daily use is more than enough.

Who is it suitable for?

Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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 value for money and features, choose the one with more configurations. Ultimately, we recommend test driving both, as personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.

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