In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
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) and more.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV 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) and more.
In terms of price, the Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 52,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, the few thousand difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.
Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo engine, producing 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is equipped with a Hybrid system, producing 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 4.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Hybrid system has 30 more horsepower than the Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel a lack of power.
The Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV body length is 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 completely sufficient.
Proton X70 adopts FWD drivetrain.
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drivetrain.
Both cars have the same drivetrain, both are FWD, and there will not be a significant difference in daily driving experience.
In general, both Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and test-driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will never go wrong.