Verdict
At RM129,400, the Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM9,600 more than the RM119,800 iCaur 03. The iCaur’s 65.69 kWh battery, 355 km EV range and 80 kW DC charging suit buyers ready to rely on public charging. But the Tiggo 7 brings a 60-litre petrol tank behind its 90 km EV range, a far larger 475-litre boot and stronger 201 hp/310 Nm motor outputs. For family luggage and longer trips without charging dependence, the Chery makes the stronger case.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you need its 475-litre boot, 60-litre petrol tank and 201 hp/310 Nm plug-in hybrid system.
Pick the iCaur 03 if a 355 km electric range, 80 kW DC charging and a RM9,600 lower entry price matter more than boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400; iCaur 03 RM119,800.
- Battery and EV range: Chery Tiggo 7 18.3 kWh and 90 km; iCaur 03 65.69 kWh and 355 km.
- DC charging: Chery Tiggo 7 40 kW; iCaur 03 80 kW.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo 7 475 litres; iCaur 03 264 litres.
- Motor output: Chery Tiggo 7 201 hp and 310 Nm; iCaur 03 181 hp and 220 Nm.
- Driveline: Chery Tiggo 7 front-wheel drive; iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive.
Tiggo 7
- 475-litre boot, versus 264 litres.
- 201 hp and 310 Nm motor outputs.
- Front-centre and driver’s-knee airbags, plus a head-up display.
- 90 km EV range, against 355 km.
- 40 kW DC charging, versus 80 kW.
- RM9,600 dearer.
03
- 355 km EV range from a 65.69 kWh battery.
- 80 kW DC charging.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen, navigation and 12-speaker Infinity sound system.
- 264-litre boot, versus 475 litres.
- 181 hp and 220 Nm motor outputs, below 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- No front-centre or driver’s-knee airbag, and no head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400 | RM119,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | — |
| Torque | 215 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | 65.69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 90 km | 355 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | 80 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 264 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on outer two rear 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 | LED Projectors |
| 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 with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
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.
Used Tiggo 7 & 03 for sale
Tiggo 7 vs 03 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or iCaur 03 better?
The Tiggo 7 is better for buyers needing a 475-litre boot and petrol-backed plug-in hybrid flexibility. The iCaur 03 is better for electric-only use, with 355 km range, a 65.69 kWh battery and 80 kW DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM129,400 and the iCaur 03 costs RM119,800, so the Chery is RM9,600 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The iCaur 03 charges faster on DC power, rated at 80 kW versus the Chery Tiggo 7’s 40 kW. The Tiggo 7 is rated for 6.6 kW AC charging; no AC charging rate is stated for the iCaur 03.
