In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV when selecting a car. Both vehicles are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
The Proton X70 has an OTR price in Malaysia of 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 Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV has an OTR price in Malaysia of 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), etc.
From a price perspective, the Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 52,950 cheaper than the 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 dollars saved might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.
The Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo engine, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100 km.
The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV is equipped with a Hybrid system, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 4.5 L/100 km.
In terms of power, the Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV's Hybrid has 30 more horsepower than the Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both vehicles have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.
The Proton X70 adopts FWD drive configuration.
The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV adopts FWD drive configuration.
Both vehicles use the same drive configuration, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving feel.
The Proton X70 warranty is 5 years/150,000 km, maintenance interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.
The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV warranty is 3 years/100,000 km, maintenance interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Both the Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, then choose the model with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as experiencing it personally is the most important.
Overall, both the Proton X70 and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research is never a wrong move.