2024 Proton X90 Flagship vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Review in Malaysia, Three-Row Throwdown! | WapCar

The 2024 Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro are three-row SUVs that are all the rage these days. But they’re not the only ones with buyers getting to pick from traditional-looking SUVs and MPVs to more unconventional designs that really push the term ‘crossover’.

But when it comes to proper value for money, these two truly stand out. So, which one will earn your hard-earned money? And while it may seem at first that these two are evenly matched, they actually have very different personalities and will appeal to different buyers altogether.

Which camp do you fall into? Join Adrian as he takes you on an in-and-out comparison to find out.

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Quick Specs:
2024 Proton X90 1.5T Flagship
Engine: 1.5 litre turbocharged inline-three with 48V mild hybrid
Power: 177 PS at 5,500 rpm
Torque: 255 Nm from 1,500 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed DCT
Fuel Consumption: 10.2 L/100 km (as tested)
Price: RM152,800 OTR without insurance

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Intro: 00:00
Exterior & Boot Space: 00:50
Interior: 02:35
Rear Seats & Amenities: 04:36
In-City Driving Impressions: 05:49
Highway Driving Impressions: 06:57
Safety Kit & ADAS: 07:48
Final Thoughts & Conclusion: 09:39

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[kevintcl]

Car experience = Chery Tiggo 8 pro
Exterior, Interior & Premium feel= Chery Tiggo 8 pro
Apple car play& android = Chery Tiggo 8 pro
Spaciousness= x90
3rd row seat comfort = x90
Price & Value for money = x90
Seats choice options 7 or 8 seaters with lower price = X90
Value for money = x90
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[saipakpakonline]

I tested both, and i bought the x90 last month. As a family car, x90 is no doubt the better option, the tiggo 8 pro 3rd row is super duper narrow compared to x90, even my kid is just 8 years old and they did felt uncomfortable, and this is the most important for 7 seater car, no regret for me to opt the x90, the quality is so much better than i thought.

[keeweemo]

The comparison I've been waiting for

[JagdeepSingh-symh]

Tiggo for me! X90 down, underpowered, no android auto still. Shame on Proton, what happened to the software update? Enjoyed your review. Keep it up.

[leecheong]

Tiggo, while it looks a lot nicer interior wise, the Mercedes feel, squeezing a third row into a C segment SUV is overplayed. The third row is practically useless.

The X90 on the other hand is designed for that third row, being a D segment vehicle. Obviously the interior is not on par with the Tiggo and that's important depending on your needs, the X90 interior actually give a feel of a working man car.

If I don't have a big family, I will buy Tiggo and fold the last row as boot space. At least I get a mercedes feel in the car. Tested the car and its very responsive to the point of jumpy yet they are some engine knocks. Could be the petrol.

The X90 not that responsive but very solid smooth acceleration. It's not a slow car by any means buy definitely not a rally. 😊In this aspect I prefer the X90. Outstation on a X90 is outstanding and make you forget you are driving a Proton and with the captain seat on the second row and still ample space in the third and if you can live without the Mercedes feel interior wise...if you can and if you need more than 5 seats go for X90.

I went for X90.

[papajahatcom]

Ok i go for x90, but proton please improve on fuel consumption, nowadays rumours say gov will stop fuel subsidi 10L/100Km is crazy man

[SANJAYPILLEIRAGUNATHANMoe]

next review can pls do cx8 mazda and tiggo 8 pro

[romeohotelromeomike]

The X90 after you lift off accelerator paddle is it coasting or sailing like Persona, Iriz 2021?

Anyways, I definitely choose Proton over Chery. Family had use Chery Tiggo 1.6 about a decade ago, it is troublesome brand.

[kokliangchew]

Both are Chinese cars. Proton X90 is essentially a rebadged version of the Geely Haoyue, a midsize seven-seater SUV from Geely. The Geely Haoyue was first introduced in 2020 and was initially a China-specific model. Proton X90 is just a localised Haoyue with older technology than the Tiggo 80 Pro which was introduced to the Chinese market in 2022. Between both Chinese cars, I will take the Tiggo 8.

[malcomjames]

Chery For Safety, Tech, Power, Handling, TechnologyAnd Design.Proton For Comfort And Value For Buyers Looking For RV.

[eugene]

Any idea how much it cost to change the 48v battery? How long is the warranty for the 48v battery?

[yinjay]

first time get to know tiggo 8 has auto side step.
is it optional add-on? or just come with the car?

[ashraffendy]

If you have a bigger family, frequently driven with them, X90 is no brainer. And its ADAS is way better than Tiggo 8 Pro. But for interior wise and specifications, no doubt Tiggo 8 Pro is the winner. The other things you need to decide is, the aftersales and whether the SC is able to solve any issues for you. At my places, Proton SC so far very reliable and try their best to solve any issues I had with my X70, no complaint so far. For Cherry, cant say much since they just recently operated, so no track record.

Hence I believe, the SC is also a crucial part in making the decision. And I still deciding whether I stay with my X70 or should I upgrade to either X90 or Tiggo 8 Time will tell...

[athlonium]

Im going with cherry if only the logo is slapped with proton logo haha. The car is much better looking.

[andrewlim]

Tiggo 8 Pro. More luxury, more power, Apple car play+ Android Auto.

[Found-Interesting]

X90, no doubt or second thought. Its reliable, better calibrated, and more than that its our own local make.

[pogback]

2.0t ald a clear win, cause x90 only 1.5t 3cylinder😢😢

[Kaipochama]

Would love to see how many still keep their Chinese car after 5 years

[HandsomeBoy]

Cherry ❌ due to safety concerns
Geely rebatched ✅

[seijeru]

I don't get it those who are choosing or preferring x90. First impression of X90 is just meh. It looks like an MPV India would make. The design looks decades old compared to Chery's futuristic stance and then the boring interior without android auto or apple car play in 2024. Just that it got slightly more space doesn't make it better.