Verdict
At RM119,800 versus RM119,740, these EV SUVs are effectively the same price, but take different routes. The Aion Y Plus is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds against 10.5 seconds, and travels 430 km to the iCaur 03’s 426 km. The iCaur counters with rear-wheel drive, a 450-litre boot, 18-inch wheels and a much fuller driver-assistance suite including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Its 65.69-kWh battery is also larger, though charging is identical at 6.6 kW AC and 80 kW DC. For a Malaysian buyer, equipment and practicality favour the iCaur; outright pace favours the Aion.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if quicker 201-hp performance, a 430-km range and an eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty matter more than ADAS and cabin equipment.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you want a 450-litre boot, rear-wheel drive, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking at virtually the same price.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; iCaur 03 RM119,740.
- Performance: Aion Y Plus 201 hp, 225 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds; iCaur 03 181 hp, 220 Nm and 10.5 seconds.
- Battery and range: Aion Y Plus 63.2 kWh and 430 km; iCaur 03 65.69 kWh and 426 km.
- Driveline: Aion Y Plus front-wheel drive; iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; iCaur 03 450 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: Aion Y Plus eight years/160,000 km; iCaur 03 seven years/150,000 km.
Y Plus
- 201 hp and 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 430-km EV range.
- Longer eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system.
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control.
- Smaller 405-litre boot and 17-inch wheels.
03
- 450-litre boot and 18-inch wheels.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot information and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered ventilated front seats, ventilated rear seats and 12-speaker Infinity audio.
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 426-km range is 4 km shorter.
- Shorter seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
What the Y Plus has over the 03
What the 03 has over the Y Plus
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 03 is 40 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the 03: 450 litres against 405.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM119,740✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM140✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo | RM1,220/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,363 | RM3,361✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,306✓ | RM1,370 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.53✓ | RM6.85 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,143✓ | RM24,356 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.6 hours✓ | 10.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | 55 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm✓ | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | 65.69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 80 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds✓ | 10.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,775 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 450 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health |
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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Y Plus vs 03 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or iCaur 03 better?
The iCaur 03 is better equipped for the money, with ADAS, adaptive cruise control, a 450-litre boot and ventilated seats. Choose the Aion Y Plus instead if its 8.5-second acceleration, 430-km range and longer vehicle warranty are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 and the iCaur 03 costs RM119,740, so the Aion is RM60 more expensive.
Do the Aion Y Plus and iCaur 03 charge at the same speed?
Yes. Both use 400V architecture and support 6.6 kW AC charging plus 80 kW DC charging. The iCaur has the larger 65.69-kWh battery, while the Aion has a 63.2-kWh battery.
How long does charging take?
The Y Plus's 63.2 kWh battery takes about 9.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak. The 03's 65.7 kWh battery takes about 10.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 03 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Y Plus 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.