Verdict
At RM129,400, the Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM6,991 more than the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30. That gap buys a plug-in hybrid system with an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging, plus a roomier 475-litre boot. It also brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring. The CX-30 counters with 162 hp from its 2.0 litre petrol engine, a 354 kg lower kerb weight and RM439 annual road tax against the Tiggo 7’s RM120. For a home-charging buyer, the Chery’s equipment and EV running potential justify the stretch.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you can charge at home and want 90 km of EV range, a 475-litre boot and a far fuller active-safety kit.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want to spend RM6,991 less, prefer a lighter 1,441 kg SUV and do not need plug-in charging.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 7 has a 139 hp 1.5 litre turbo engine plus a 201 hp motor; CX-30 has a 162 hp 2.0 litre naturally aspirated engine.
- Electric capability: Tiggo 7 has an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging; CX-30 has no motor or battery.
- Kerb weight: Tiggo 7 1,795 kg; CX-30 1,441 kg.
- Boot space: Tiggo 7 475 litres; CX-30 430 litres.
- Safety assistance: Tiggo 7 gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist; CX-30 has none of these.
Tiggo 7
- 90 km EV range from an 18.3 kWh battery
- 475-litre boot and 2,670 mm wheelbase
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM6,991 more
- 354 kg heavier at 1,795 kg
- 139 hp engine output trails the CX-30’s 162 hp
CX-30
- RM6,991 lower purchase price
- 354 kg lighter than the Tiggo 7
- 162 hp 2.0 litre engine and 6.4 L/100 km rated economy
- No plug-in hybrid system, EV range or charging
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- 430-litre boot is 45 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400 | RM122,409✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| 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 Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 & CX-30 for sale
Tiggo 7 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Tiggo 7 is the better-equipped choice for drivers who can use its 90 km EV range and want active safety assistance. The CX-30 suits buyers prioritising a lower entry price, lighter weight and a conventional petrol setup.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM6,991 more than the Mazda CX-30.
Can the Chery Tiggo 7 run on electric power?
Yes. Its plug-in hybrid system uses an 18.3 kWh battery and has a claimed 90 km EV range. It accepts AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and DC charging at up to 40 kW.
