Verdict
The Aion ES suits the long-distance commuter better: its 55.2-kWh battery is rated for 442 km, 62 km beyond the Dongfeng Vigo, and its 2,750-mm wheelbase is 35 mm longer. The Vigo answers with 161 hp, 167-kW DC charging and a 500-litre boot in a more compact 4,306-mm SUV body. It is the more practical equipment-led choice on paper, while the ES makes the stronger case for range and lower annual road tax.
Pick the Aion ES if 442 km of claimed range, a 55.2-kWh battery and RM70 annual road tax matter more than rapid DC charging and SUV packaging.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if you want 167-kW DC charging, 161 hp, a 500-litre boot and the listed driver-assistance and comfort equipment.
Key differences
- 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.
- Body length and wheelbase: Aion ES 4,810 mm and 2,750 mm; Dongfeng Vigo 4,306 mm and 2,715 mm.
- Boot space and wheels: Aion ES 450 litres and 17-inch wheels; Dongfeng Vigo 500 litres and 18-inch wheels.
- Annual road tax: Aion ES RM70; Dongfeng Vigo RM120.
ES
- 442-km claimed EV range from a 55.2-kWh battery.
- RM70 annual road tax.
- Longer 2,750-mm wheelbase.
- 60-kW DC charging trails the Vigo's 167 kW.
- 136 hp and 225 Nm are below the Vigo's 161 hp and 230 Nm.
- 450-litre boot is 50 litres smaller than the Vigo's.
Vigo
- 167-kW DC charging.
- 500-litre boot and five-door SUV body.
- Listed equipment includes six airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- 380-km claimed range is 62 km short of the Aion ES.
- RM120 annual road tax is RM50 higher.
- Six-year manufacturer warranty is two years shorter than the Aion ES's eight-year cover, despite unlimited mileage.
What the Vigo has over the ES
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the Vigo: 500 litres against 450.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,090/mo✓ | RM1,110/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,025✓ | RM3,079 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,110✓ | RM1,213 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM5.55✓ | RM6.06 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,022✓ | RM22,059 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.4 hours | 7.9 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 65 min | 20 min✓ |
| 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 | — | 6 (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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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ES vs Vigo FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Dongfeng Vigo better?
Choose the Aion ES for its 442-km claimed range, bigger 55.2-kWh battery and lower road tax. The Dongfeng Vigo is better for faster 167-kW DC charging, a 500-litre boot and its listed safety, assistance and cabin equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Aion ES costs RM106,800 and the Dongfeng Vigo costs RM108,888, so the Vigo is RM2,088 more expensive.
Which one charges faster on DC power?
The Dongfeng Vigo charges faster on DC power, with a 167-kW maximum rate against 60 kW for the Aion ES. Both have 6.6-kW AC charging and 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability.
How long does charging take?
The ES's 55.2 kWh battery takes about 8.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 65 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 60 kW peak. The Vigo's 51.9 kWh battery takes about 7.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 167 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The ES carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 6 years for the Vigo. Vigo: 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery.