Chery Tiggo Cross Launched Locally From RM 88,800

This smallest Chery model can be had with either a ICE-only turbo-petrol powertrain or a self-charging hybrid setup.
Following its earlier public preview at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow, Chery has now officially launched the Tiggo Cross in Malaysia. The most compact model in its current local lineup, this subcompact Chinese crossover is aimed squarely at those considering the Honda WR-V or Perodua Ativa.
Locally assembled (CKD) in Kulim, the Tiggo Cross is offered in two primary flavours. Kicking things off is the 1.5 Turbo, priced at RM 88,800. The other is the 1.5 Hybrid CSH, which at RM 99,800, incidentally makes it the most affordable hybrid vehicle currently sold in Malaysia.
Under the hood of the Turbo variant predictably packs a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder, that delivers 147 PS and 210 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, with a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 10.3 seconds in Sport mode (surprisingly just about a second quicker than the naturally-aspirated equivalent from the big H).
As for the Hybrid, it forgoes turbocharging in favour of a series-parallel hybrid system. This setup pairs a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine (102 PS, 125 Nm) with a Direct Hybrid Transmission (DHT) featuring two integrated electric motors, which together provide 204 PS and 310 Nm. It does the century sprint in a more respectable 8.9 seconds.
Claimed fuel consumption is rated at 6.3 l/100 km for the Turbo and 5.4 l/100 km for the Hybrid. Both variants feature a 51-litre fuel tank, with the Hybrid boasting a claimed range of up to 1,000 km on a full tank.
Measuring 4,318 mm long with a 2,610 mm wheelbase, the Tiggo Cross is actually over 250 mm longer than the WR-V. It also stands wider and taller than the Honda, at 1,830 mm and 1,670 mm respectively.
Design-wise, the Tiggo Cross shares a clear family resemblance with its larger siblings. Up front, it features an octagonal diamond-patterned grille flanked by sleek LED headlights and vertical daytime running lights. At the rear meanwhile, a boxy tail is topped off with a full-width LED light strip.
The easiest way to tell the Turbo and Hybrid variants apart from the outside is the badging: the Hybrid gets a “HYBRID” emblem on the tailgate in place of the usual “CROSS”. Curiously, despite being the pricier option, the Hybrid also rides on smaller 17-inch alloys compared to the 18-inch wheels fitted to the ICE variant.
But while it may give up some visual presence, the Hybrid does claw back points with added kit. Extra features over the Turbo include powered lumbar support for the driver’s seat, an additional far-side airbag (bringing the total to seven instead of six), and a more comprehensive ADAS suite. This expanded safety package adds stop-and-go adaptive cruise control, lane centring with auto-steer, door opening warning, and rear cross traffic braking.
Regardless of which variant you go for, both come generously equipped as standard. Shared features include dual 10.25-inch displays with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone automatic climate control (a rarity in this segment), interior ambient lighting, a wireless phone charger, and a six-speaker sound system. Also standard are a 540-degree surround view camera, tyre pressure monitoring system, and multiple USB ports throughout the cabin.
Exterior colours available across both trims include Carbon Black, Phantom Grey, and Khaki White. Each variant also gets one exclusive hue: the ICE model in Blood Stone Red, and the Hybrid in Moonlight Silver.
All variants of the Tiggo Cross are backed by a seven-year/150,000 km warranty, while the Hybrid adds an extended eight-year/160,000 km coverage for its battery, electric motor, and hybrid control system. Both are also entitled to seven years of free towing assistance.
And finally to sweeten the deal for early birds, Chery Malaysia is offering an exclusive launch promotion of two years all-inclusive servicing for the first 2,000 customers.