Verdict
For RM10,000 less, the Aion Y Plus brings a 201 hp, 225 Nm electric motor, 63.2 kWh battery and claimed 430 km range, plus 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L. The Jetour T1 is the more practical, more fully assisted SUV: its 574-litre boot beats the Aion’s 405 litres, and it adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. It is also 170 mm longer and 217 mm wider, so Malaysian buyers should consider where they park. The Aion suits home-charging EV use; the T1 suits buyers wanting petrol refuelling and more space.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you can charge an EV and want 430 km of claimed range, 80 kW DC charging and V2L for RM119,800.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you need its 574-litre boot, larger C-segment body and driver-assistance kit including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Jetour T1 RM129,800.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus has a 201 hp/225 Nm electric motor; Jetour T1 has a 168 hp/270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Range and fuel storage: Aion Y Plus claims 430 km from a 63.2 kWh battery; Jetour T1 has a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; Jetour T1 574 litres.
- Dimensions: Aion Y Plus is 4,535 mm long and 1,870 mm wide; Jetour T1 is 4,705 mm long and 1,967 mm wide.
- Wheels: Aion Y Plus uses 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; Jetour T1 gets 18-inch alloys with 235/65R18 tyres.
Y Plus
- RM10,000 cheaper
- 63.2 kWh battery with 430 km claimed range
- 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- 405-litre boot is 169 litres smaller
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or collision warning
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
T1
- 574-litre boot
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- Dual-zone climate control, powered boot and 18-inch wheels
- Costs RM10,000 more
- No EV range, DC charging or V2L capability
- No panoramic glass roof
What the Y Plus has over the T1
What the T1 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 T1's wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The T1 is 97 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the T1: 574 litres against 405.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM129,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo✓ | RM1,325/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,363✓ | RM3,654 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,306 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.53 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,143 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.6 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 168 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,967 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,632 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/65R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/65R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | GitiComfort F50 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Apex 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 and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 for 2 Outer 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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) | 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. 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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Y Plus vs T1 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Jetour T1 better?
The Jetour T1 is better for luggage capacity and driver assistance, with a 574-litre boot, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The Aion Y Plus is better for buyers able to use EV charging, offering 430 km claimed range, 80 kW DC charging and V2L.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 costs RM129,800 and the Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800, so the Jetour is RM10,000 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Jetour T1 has the larger boot at 574 litres, compared with 405 litres in the Aion Y Plus. That is a 169-litre advantage for the Jetour.
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.
Which one is locally assembled?
The T1 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.
Which has the better warranty?
The Y Plus carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 7 years for the T1. Y Plus: 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery). T1: 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty.