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Must-Read Guide for Buying Cars in Malaysia: Proton X70 vs Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV

2026-08-06 00:40:00
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In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with 2 versions in total, including 2025 1.5T 90km CSH (RM 129,750), What charging methods does the Tiggo 7 PHEV support? Can it be charged using a home power socket? (RM 117,478), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 22,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand cheaper might have trade-offs in equipment, which depends on your specific needs.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV is equipped with Hybrid, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Hybrid of Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV has 30 more hp than the 1.5L Turbo of Proton X70. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Exterior View 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

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

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is this suitable for?

Both Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Conclusion

Overall, both Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, taking time to research is never wrong.

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