Corolla Cross or Tiggo 8 Pro? A Comparison to Save You Research Time

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Corolla Cross 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 save you time on research.

Price and Versions

The Toyota Corolla Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 133,800 - 148,800, with a total of 3 versions, including 2026 HEV 1.8L GR Sport (RM 148,800), 2026 HEV 1.8L Standard (RM 140,800), 2026 1.8L Standard (RM 133,800) etc.

The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro OTR price in Malaysia is 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.

In terms of price, the Toyota Corolla Cross starting price is indeed RM 25,950 cheaper than the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. If your budget is limited, the Toyota entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, the few thousand cheaper might involve compromises in features, depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Toyota Corolla Cross is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

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

Regarding power, the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power, won't feel lacking in power.

Safety Features

The Toyota Corolla Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS (PCS, LDA, ACC, LTA).

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

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, the Toyota Corolla Cross's TSS (PCS, LDA, ACC, LTA) and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro's Basic differ in functions. If you value active safety, you can compare the function list of both in detail.

Space and Comfort

The Toyota Corolla Cross body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

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

The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this segment are more than sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Care

The Toyota Corolla Cross 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, the Toyota Corolla Cross and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest everyone do thorough research, compare quotes from several dealerships, then go for a test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.