In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers tend to compare the Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Perodua Aruz 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.
The OTR price of Chery Tiggo 8 in Malaysia is RM 129,750 - 129,750, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 1.6T Standard (RM 129,750), etc.
In terms of price, 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 version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the cost saving of a few thousand ringgit may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your 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, the 1.5L Turbo in Chery Tiggo 8 provides 35 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl in Perodua Aruz. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient and won't feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Chery Tiggo 8 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, with little difference in interior space. Cars at this level are more than enough for daily use.

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, both Perodua Aruz and Chery Tiggo 8 are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends primarily on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time on research is never wrong.