Verdict
The ES has a 71% bigger boot, while the Exora is about 44% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The ES EV (RM106,800) sits above every Exora variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the Exora 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.
The ES is 71 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the ES: 450 litres against 132.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,090/mo | RM610/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,025 | RM1,834✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,110 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM5.55 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,022 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 65 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 138 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 76 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 8.9 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | — | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | — | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | — | Manual Key |
| Locks | — | Remote control activation |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). 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 November 2026.
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ES vs Exora FAQ
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.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Exora is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the ES is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The ES carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Exora.