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Proton X70 vs Chery Tiggo 8, Real Data Shows Where the Gap Is

2026-08-04 18:40:01
FinanceBlogger
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.

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 8 in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750) etc.

From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 22,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, the Proton entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, keep in mind, the cheaper few thousand might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

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

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

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Equipment

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 8 is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety equipment, both cars received good ratings. However, the ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) of Proton X70 and the Basic of Chery Tiggo 8 have some differences in functions. If you value active safety more, you can compare the function lists of both carefully.

Chery Tiggo 8 Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Proton X70 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.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that everyone do their homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.

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