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Must-See Guide for Buying a Car in Malaysia: Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Comparison

2026-08-04 15:00:08
NewCarOwnerK
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In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), etc.

The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 7 Pro in Malaysia is RM 123,750 - 123,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 125,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 140,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 16,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, the few thousand cheaper may involve compromises on equipment, depending on your needs.

Power and Fuel Economy

Proton X70 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Both cars use the same powertrain, the driving feel is basically the same in daily use. Fuel economy is also similar, no need to worry too much about this point.

Safety Features

The safety rating of Proton X70 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

The safety rating of Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Maintenance and Servicing

Proton X70 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro warranty is 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Suitable For Whom

Both Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 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 care more about cost-performance and equipment, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Conclusion

In general, Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are both quite good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that everyone do their research, compare quotes from several car dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, taking some time to do research will never be wrong.

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