In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time doing research.
Proton X50 has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 89,800 - 113,300, totaling 4 variants, including 1.5T Executive (RM 89,800), 1.5T Premium (RM 101,800), 1.5T Flagship (RM 113,300), etc.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 159,750 - 159,750, totaling 2 variants, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of the Proton X50 is indeed RM 69,950 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, the entry-level Proton can already meet daily needs. But be aware, that few thousand difference may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X50 has a safety rating of 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro safety rating is TBD, active safety system includes Basic.
Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between the Proton X50's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Proton X50 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 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, it is more than enough for daily use.

Both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, consider the one with better reputation first; If you care more about value for money and features, then choose the one with more features. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both as the personal experience is most important.
Overall, both Proton X50 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are very good car models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you research thoroughly, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.