Verdict
At RM119,800, the Aion Y Plus undercuts the iCaur V23 by RM12,980 and suits the Malaysian buyer who needs five seats and a 405-litre boot. Its 2,750 mm wheelbase is also 15 mm longer. The V23 answers with all-wheel drive, 292 Nm and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time, against 225 Nm and 8.5 seconds, plus 104 kW DC charging. Yet both claim 430 km range and 6.6 kW AC charging; the V23’s 81.76 kWh battery does not bring a longer quoted range.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you need five seats, a 405-litre boot and a RM12,980 saving.
Pick the iCaur V23 if all-wheel drive, quicker acceleration, faster DC charging and driver assists matter more than rear-seat and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; iCaur V23 RM132,780.
- Motors and driveline: Aion Y Plus one motor, front-wheel drive; iCaur V23 two motors, all-wheel drive.
- Performance: Aion Y Plus 201 hp, 225 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds; iCaur V23 208 hp, 292 Nm and 7.5 seconds.
- Battery and DC charging: Aion Y Plus 63.2 kWh and 80 kW; iCaur V23 81.76 kWh and 104 kW.
- Seating and boot: Aion Y Plus five seats and 405 litres; iCaur V23 four seats and 234 litres.
- Wheels: Aion Y Plus 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; iCaur V23 21-inch alloys with 265/45R21 tyres.
Y Plus
- Five seats and a 405-litre boot.
- RM12,980 lower purchase price.
- Panoramic glass roof, rear air-con vents and a space-saver spare tyre.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Slower 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time and lower 80 kW DC charging rate.
- No blind spot information system, autonomous braking, collision warning or adaptive cruise control.
V23
- All-wheel drive with 292 Nm and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 104 kW DC charging and an 81.76 kWh battery.
- Adaptive cruise control, blind spot information, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot, versus five seats and 405 litres.
- Costs RM12,980 more.
- No rear air-con vents, panoramic glass roof or spare tyre listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM132,780 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM180 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 208 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 292 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | 81.76 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 430 km | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 104 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,820 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 234 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 265/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 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 | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 |
| 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) | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
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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Y Plus vs V23 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or iCaur V23 better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for family capacity, with five seats and a 405-litre boot. The iCaur V23 is better for performance and assistance systems, bringing all-wheel drive, 292 Nm, a 7.5-second sprint and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM12,980 more than the Aion Y Plus.
Which one charges faster?
The iCaur V23 charges faster on DC power at 104 kW versus 80 kW for the Aion Y Plus. Both have 6.6 kW AC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.