Time to change cars, which is better, X50 or Tiggo 9? Proton vs Chery

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 9 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of Proton X50 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 OTR price of Chery Tiggo 9 in Malaysia is RM 166,800 - 179,800, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 2.0T Standard (RM 179,750), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 77,000 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 9. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware that the cheaper thousands might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

Chery Tiggo 9 is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.

Regarding power, the 2.0L 4-cyl of Chery Tiggo 9 has 65 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Proton X50. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient and you won't feel underpowered.

Features and Technology

Proton X50 uses 4WD drive type.

Chery Tiggo 9 uses FWD drive type.

Proton's 4WD and Chery's FWD will have different handling experiences, so we recommend test driving to compare.

Maintenance and Service

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

Chery Tiggo 9 warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval Every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is it suitable for

Both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 9 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 better reputation. If you value cost-performance and features more, then choose the one with richer features. Ultimately, we recommend test driving both to experience them personally, which is most important.

Summary

Overall, both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 9 are quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time on research will never go wrong.