Verdict
At RM106,800, this is a straight choice between EV-sedan running and SUV practicality. The Aion ES gives you a 55.2 kWh battery, 442 km claimed range and lower RM70 annual road tax, while its 2,750 mm wheelbase is 30 mm longer. The Jetour Dashing counters with a 486-litre boot, 18-inch wheels and five doors. Its 1.5-litre turbo petrol motor is marginally stronger at 154 hp and 230 Nm. Pick based on charging access and body style; neither has a price advantage.
Pick the Aion ES if you have dependable charging and want 442 km EV range, RM70 road tax and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need an SUV body, a 486-litre boot, five doors and a 57-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Power: Aion ES has a 136 hp/225 Nm electric motor; Jetour Dashing has a 154 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy and range: Aion ES uses a 55.2 kWh battery with 442 km range; Jetour Dashing uses a 57-litre petrol tank.
- Dimensions: Aion ES is 4,810 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase; Jetour Dashing is 4,590 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: Aion ES has a 450-litre boot and four doors; Jetour Dashing has a 486-litre boot and five doors.
- Running costs and warranty: Aion ES road tax is RM70 and warranty is eight years/160,000 km; Jetour Dashing is RM120 and seven years/150,000 km.
ES
- 442 km claimed EV range from a 55.2 kWh battery.
- Lower RM70 annual road tax.
- Longer eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 450-litre boot trails the Dashing's 486 litres.
- Four-door sedan body is less access-friendly than the Dashing's five-door SUV.
- 17-inch wheels and 215/55 R17 tyres are smaller than the Dashing's 18-inch 235/60 R18 set.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot and five doors.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm exceed the ES's 136 hp and 225 Nm.
- 18-inch alloys with 235/60 R18 tyres, plus a space-saver spare tyre.
- RM120 annual road tax is RM50 higher than the ES.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the ES's eight years/160,000 km.
- Its 2,720 mm wheelbase is 30 mm shorter than the ES's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 442 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,553 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 486 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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.
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ES vs Dashing FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Jetour Dashing better?
The Aion ES is better for buyers with charging access who want 442 km EV range, lower road tax and longer warranty. The Jetour Dashing is better for SUV access, a 486-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both cost the same, so the decision comes down to EV charging and sedan use versus petrol-SUV practicality.
Which has the larger boot?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger boot at 486 litres, 36 litres more than the Aion ES's 450 litres.