In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 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 help you save time on research.
Perodua Aruz's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.
Chery Tiggo 8's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Perodua Aruz is indeed RM 56,850 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 8. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level model is already sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the few thousand ringgit saved may come with trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Chery Tiggo 8 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, Chery Tiggo 8's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Aruz's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Chery Tiggo 8 safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Perodua Aruz 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.

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time on research will never go wrong.