Verdict
At RM106,800, the Aion ES is RM2,088 cheaper, carries a 55.2 kWh battery and quotes 442 km of range, against the Dongfeng Vigo’s 51.87 kWh and 380 km. It also costs RM70 a year in road tax rather than RM120. The Vigo fights back with 161 hp, 230 Nm and 167 kW DC charging, so it is the better fit for buyers who regularly need rapid-charge stops. Its 500-litre boot also beats the ES’s 450 litres, but the Aion’s 2,750 mm wheelbase is 35 mm longer.
Pick the Aion ES if lower purchase and road-tax costs, a 442 km quoted range and a larger 55.2 kWh battery matter more than rapid DC charging.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if you want 161 hp, 167 kW DC charging, a 500-litre boot and the stated SUV equipment list.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888
- Motor output: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm; Dongfeng Vigo 161 hp and 230 Nm
- Battery and range: Aion ES 55.2 kWh and 442 km; Dongfeng Vigo 51.87 kWh and 380 km
- DC charging: Aion ES 60 kW; Dongfeng Vigo 167 kW
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Dongfeng Vigo 500 litres
- Road tax: Aion ES RM70/year; Dongfeng Vigo RM120/year
ES
- RM2,088 lower price
- 55.2 kWh battery with 442 km quoted range
- RM70 annual road tax and 2,750 mm wheelbase
- 60 kW DC charging is 107 kW below the Vigo
- 136 hp and 225 Nm trail the Vigo’s 161 hp and 230 Nm
- 450-litre boot is 50 litres smaller
Vigo
- 167 kW DC charging
- 161 hp and 230 Nm
- 500-litre boot plus 18-inch alloys
- RM2,088 higher price
- 51.87 kWh battery and 380 km quoted range fall behind the Aion ES
- RM120 annual road tax is RM50 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM108,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | 161 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh✓ | 51.87 kWh |
| EV Range | 442 km✓ | 380 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 167 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,306 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,654 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Wanli Harmonic Plus |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | — | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery |
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 ES & Vigo for sale
ES vs Vigo FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Dongfeng Vigo better?
The Aion ES is the stronger choice for quoted range, battery capacity and lower running costs. Choose the Dongfeng Vigo if 167 kW DC charging, stronger motor output, a larger boot and its stated equipment are more useful to you.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Vigo costs RM108,888, which is RM2,088 more than the Aion ES at RM106,800.
Which one charges faster on DC power?
The Dongfeng Vigo charges markedly faster on DC, with a 167 kW rate versus 60 kW for the Aion ES. Both have the same 6.6 kW AC charging rate and 3.3 kW V2L capability.