Verdict
The Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM88,800 to the Perodua Aruz’s RM68,900, and the RM19,900 gap buys markedly stronger performance: 145 hp and 210 Nm versus 101 hp and 133 Nm, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 380-litre boot also beats the Aruz’s 213 litres. But the Aruz remains the family-first choice, carrying seven rather than five, with a longer 2,685 mm wheelbase and a full-size spare wheel. Choose based on seats required, not badge or segment alone.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and active safety equipment including autonomous braking.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if seven seats, a longer 2,685 mm wheelbase and RM19,900 kept in your pocket matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Perodua Aruz RM68,900.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm; Perodua Aruz 101 hp/133 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross five seats/380 litres; Perodua Aruz seven seats/213 litres.
- Transmission and drive: Chery Tiggo Cross six-speed wet DCT/front-wheel drive; Perodua Aruz four-speed automatic/rear-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase and weight: Chery Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm/1,468 kg; Perodua Aruz 2,685 mm/1,300 kg.
- Safety assistance: Chery Tiggo Cross has autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring; Perodua Aruz has neither.
Tiggo Cross
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- 380-litre boot and 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Five seats versus the Aruz’s seven.
- RM19,900 more expensive.
- No full-size spare tyre listed, while the Aruz gets a full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
Aruz
- Seven seats with one-touch tumble middle-row access and a split-folding last row.
- RM19,900 lower purchase price.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- 101 hp and 133 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross’s 145 hp and 210 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control.
- 213-litre boot is 167 litres smaller than the Tiggo Cross’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800 | RM68,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 101 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 133 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,318 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
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 Cross & Aruz for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Aruz FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Perodua Aruz better?
The Tiggo Cross is better for power, boot capacity and safety assistance, with 145 hp, 380 litres and autonomous braking. The Aruz is better when seven seats are non-negotiable and the lower purchase price matters.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM19,900 more expensive: RM88,800 versus RM68,900 for the Perodua Aruz.
Which one has more seats and luggage space?
The Aruz has seven seats, two more than the Tiggo Cross. With all seats in use, the Tiggo Cross has the larger quoted boot at 380 litres versus 213 litres for the Aruz.
