Verdict
The RM37,400 gap takes you from a five-seat C-segment PHEV to a seven-seat D-segment petrol SUV. The Tiggo 7’s 18.3-kWh battery brings a claimed 90 km EV range, plus 6.6-kW AC and 40-kW DC charging, which can materially cut petrol use for regular local trips. The Tiggo 9 answers with a 251-hp, 390-Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine, AWD, a 2,800-mm wheelbase and a third row. For Malaysian families needing seven seats and stronger long-distance hardware, it earns its premium; commuters with charging access should start with the Tiggo 7.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you need five seats and can use its 90 km EV range to cover much of your daily driving.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you need seven seats, AWD and the 251-hp, 390-Nm 2.0-litre petrol powertrain.
Key differences
- Price: Tiggo 7 RM129,400; Tiggo 9 RM166,800.
- Seating: Tiggo 7 has 5 seats; Tiggo 9 has 7 seats.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 7 is a 1,498-cc plug-in hybrid with a 201-hp motor; Tiggo 9 is a 1,998-cc petrol with 251 hp and 390 Nm.
- Electric driving: Tiggo 7 has an 18.3-kWh battery and 90 km EV range; Tiggo 9 has no battery or EV range.
- Driveline: Tiggo 7 is front-wheel drive; Tiggo 9 is all-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase: Tiggo 7 measures 2,670 mm; Tiggo 9 measures 2,800 mm.
Tiggo 7
- 90 km EV range from an 18.3-kWh battery
- 6.6-kW AC and 40-kW DC charging, plus 3.3-kW V2L
- RM37,400 less expensive and RM120 annual road tax
- Five seats versus the Tiggo 9's seven
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- Smaller 2,670-mm wheelbase versus 2,800 mm
Tiggo 9
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding middle and last rows
- 251 hp, 390 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 20-inch wheels, 14-speaker Sony audio and auto parking
- RM37,400 more expensive
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120
- No front foglamps, which the Tiggo 7 has
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400✓ | RM166,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 251 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 390 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 7-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,810 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,741 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | 1,887 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 448-2065 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Kumho Ecsta PS71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats, third row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating, Ventilation & Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 10-year or one million km warranty for the engine |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Tiggo 7 vs Tiggo 9 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or Chery Tiggo 9 better?
The Tiggo 9 is better for seven occupants, AWD and a 251-hp 2.0-litre petrol engine. The Tiggo 7 is the better fit for five-seat use with charging access, thanks to its 90 km EV range and lower cost.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 9 costs RM37,400 more than the Chery Tiggo 7. Its higher price brings two extra seats, AWD, a larger 2.0-litre engine and a 2,800-mm wheelbase.
Can the Chery Tiggo 7 drive without using petrol?
Yes. The Tiggo 7 is a plug-in hybrid with an 18.3-kWh battery and a claimed 90 km EV range. It accepts AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and DC charging at up to 40 kW.
