The Chery Tiggo Cross is now in Malaysia—a stylish ADAS SUV with dual engine options, ambient lighting & CarPlay. Starts at RM80K only.

Remember that the new SUV has a broad grille with black accents. It also sports a sharper bumper flare and new LED headlights. Roof rails, a roof spoiler, and a full-width LED taillight bar are located on the rear.

The Tiggo Cross’ cabin comes standard with a dual 10.25-inch screen layout for the infotainment system and instrument cluster. The seats are covered in luxurious leather upholstery, and there is ambient lighting throughout the interior. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also supported.

There are two engine options for the Tiggo Cross: hybrid and turbo. The hybrid version includes two electric motors that create 204 PS and 310 NM, as well as a 1.5-liter normally aspirated four-cylinder engine that generates 102 PS and 125 NM. This idea is built on Chery’s Super Hybrid platform (CSH) and connects to a Direct Hybrid Transmission (DHT). However, the turbo version retains the same engine, which generates 2109 NM and 147 PS.

Chery Tiggo Cross is launching an affordable ADAS-rich SUV in Malaysia for less than RM100,000.

Malaysia Chery Tiggo Cross today. This new compact crossover aims to change the local A-B SUV market. It boasts numerous features and costs a reasonable amount, under RM 100,000. This price renders it fairly competitive alongside behemoths such as Honda and lesser-known entities like Perodua and Proton in the automotive market. With the local assembly done at Inokom’s Kulim plant, it receives a CKD trim. It comes in two options: a turbo petrol and a hybrid.

CKD Assembly & Strategic Positioning

Chery Tiggo Cross Malaysia uses domestic CKD to improve logistics. This helps reduce costs. The new model sits below the Tiggo 7, 7 Pro, and 8 Pro. It appeals to first-time SUV buyers as well as younger families. They want tech-savvy cars at affordable prices.

Powertrain Options & Performance

This turbo model flaunts remarkably low fuel consumption, at roughly 6.3 liters per hundred kilometers under normal operating conditions. It accelerates pretty quickly from 0 to 100 km/h in roughly 10.3 seconds. It packs a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission quite nicely, with 147 PS and a hefty 210 NM of torque available, rather surprisingly. The electric motor system in the hybrid version is parallel. It generates 204 PS and 30 NM of torque. This particular setup facilitates reaching 0-100 km/h remarkably quickly in just 8.9 seconds, with a decidedly sporty flair.

First Driving Impression & Customer Appeal

The early test drives show a suspension that is soft yet regulated for city driving, and the ride is premium. While the hybrid excels in the city, the turbo version offers a fun and snappy throttle. Online talks reveal rising interest. Some members doubt Cherry can compete with Perodua and Proton.

Market Outlook & Future Ramifications

We expect the starting price to be approximately RM 80,000 for the turbo and close to RM 90,000 for the hybrid. This puts Chery in a strong spot. It aims to create better technologies than its rivals for those looking for safety, connectivity, and fuel efficiency. The launch of the Chery Tiggo Cross, along with models like the Tiggo 7 Pro and Omoda 5, supports this goal.

Tech & Safety: Level-2.5 ADAS as Standard

Buyers get great driver-assist features in both variants, these features include:

• Adaptive cruise control.
• Blind-spot detection.
• Lane centering (hybrid).
• 360° cameras.
• Seven airbags in the hybrid model.

Luxurious Interior for its Class

• 6-way motorized driver’s seat.
• Ambient Lighting
• wireless phone charging pad.
• Keyless entry and push start.

Benefit: Premium features at a reasonable price—feels like a higher-end SUV.

Exceptional value for money

• Priced below RM100,000, yet offers:
• ADAS
• Dual screen
• Hybrid option
• 6-7 airbags

Advantage: The most feature-rich SUV under RM100k, surpassing rivals like the Perodua Ativa and Proton X50 in terms of value.

The current price for the Chery Tiggo Cross in Malaysia (as of early July 2025) is:

The 1.5-Turbo model starts at RM 80,000, with bookings indicating a starting price in the low RM 80,000 area.

The hybrid (CSH) type is estimated to cost between RM 95,000 and RM 98,000. This is still below RM 100,000 owing to cost savings from local CKD assembly.

Variant	Price Range (RM)
1.5 Trubo	~RM 80,000–83,000+
1.5 Hybrid (CSH)	~RM 95,000–98,000

The Tiggo Cross raises the bar for B-segment SUVs. It features ambient lighting, dual 20.5* information screens, and smooth phone integration.

Conclusion

In short, the Tiggo Cross shows off Chery’s experience. It is affordable, well-equipped, and made right here. As formal deliveries begin or start, the client greeting will become the main focus. If the media and public keep liking the Tiggo Cross, it could be a major player in Malaysia’s small SUV market.