Verdict
At RM88,800, the Chery Tiggo Cross costs RM4,200 less than the RM93,000 Toyota Rush yet brings 145 hp and 210 Nm against 104 hp and 136 Nm, plus autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. For a five-seat Malaysian household, its 380-litre boot is also substantially more useful than the Rush’s 213 litres. The Rush answers with seven seats, a 75 mm longer wheelbase and locally CKD assembly, but its third row comes at a clear luggage-cost when all seats are occupied.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if five seats are enough and you want 145 hp, 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot and active safety for less money.
Pick the Toyota Rush if carrying up to seven people matters more than boot space, power and driver-assistance features.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800; Toyota Rush RM93,000.
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp and 210 Nm; Toyota Rush 104 hp and 136 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Chery Tiggo Cross five seats and 380 litres; Toyota Rush seven seats and 213 litres.
- Driveline and transmission: Chery Tiggo Cross front-wheel drive six-speed wet DCT; Toyota Rush rear-wheel drive four-speed automatic.
- Wheelbase: Chery Tiggo Cross 2,610 mm; Toyota Rush 2,685 mm.
- Warranty: Chery Tiggo Cross seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Rush five years/unlimited mileage.
Tiggo Cross
- 41 hp and 74 Nm more than the Rush.
- Autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- 380-litre boot and 18-inch alloy wheels.
- Only five seats versus the Rush’s seven.
- No full-size spare tyre listed, while the Rush gets a full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- 1,468 kg kerb weight versus the Rush’s 1,305 kg.
Rush
- Seven seats with a 50:50 split-folding last row.
- 75 mm longer wheelbase and rear-wheel drive.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre and unlimited-kilometre warranty.
- 104 hp and 136 Nm trail the Tiggo Cross’s 145 hp and 210 Nm.
- 213-litre boot is 167 litres smaller than the Tiggo Cross’s.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM88,800✓ | RM93,000 |
| 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 Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 136 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 |
| 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 | 1,305 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" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| 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 | 6.8" DVD-AVX touchscreen with 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, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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 & Rush for sale
Tiggo Cross vs Rush FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo Cross or Toyota Rush better?
The Tiggo Cross is the stronger pick for five occupants: it is cheaper, has 145 hp and 210 Nm, a 380-litre boot, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Rush only if its seven-seat layout is essential.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo Cross is RM4,200 cheaper than the Toyota Rush.
Which one is better for carrying people and luggage?
The Toyota Rush carries seven people, but its boot is 213 litres. The five-seat Tiggo Cross has a 380-litre boot, so it is better for luggage when a third row is not needed.
