WR-V or Tiggo 8 Pro? A Comparison Helps You Save Time on Research

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda WR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900. There are a total of 4 versions, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro OTR price in Malaysia is RM 159,750 - 159,750. There are a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 130,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 145,000), etc.

Looking at the price, the Honda WR-V starting price is indeed RM 69,850 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, pay attention, that few thousand dollars cheaper might mean compromises on equipment, depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Honda WR-V is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl engine, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's 2.0L 4-cyl has 65 more horsepower than the Honda WR-V's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel like it lacks power.

Safety Equipment

The Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include Honda SENSING.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro safety rating is TBD. Active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety equipment, both cars have received good ratings. However, the Honda SENSING in Honda WR-V and Basic in Chery Tiggo 8 Pro have some differences in features. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Space and Comfort

The Honda WR-V body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, and the interior space does not differ much. For cars at this level, daily use is completely sufficient.

Maintenance and Service

The Honda WR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro warranty is 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, both the Honda WR-V and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be wrong.