Verdict
At just RM450 apart, this is a use-case decision rather than a budget one. The Aion Y Plus brings EV running with a 63.2 kWh battery, 430 km claimed range and 201 hp, plus a 405-litre boot and six airbags. The Jetour VT9 is the larger seven-seater: 4,724 mm long against 4,535 mm, with a 57-litre petrol tank, 19-inch wheels and multi-link rear suspension. Its 89-litre boot figure is the trade-off. For a five-seat EV household, the Aion is the sharper fit; for regular third-row duty, take the Jetour.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you want a five-seat EV with 430 km of range, a 405-litre boot and six airbags.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a 57-litre petrol tank and the larger 4,724 mm body.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus has one 201 hp, 225 Nm electric motor and a 63.2 kWh battery; Jetour VT9 has a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Seating and boot: Aion Y Plus has five seats and 405 litres; Jetour VT9 has seven seats and 89 litres.
- Size: Aion Y Plus is 4,535 mm long, 1,870 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall; Jetour VT9 is 4,724 mm, 1,900 mm and 1,720 mm.
- Safety: Aion Y Plus has six airbags including front and rear curtain airbags; Jetour VT9 has driver, passenger and front side airbags.
- Wheels and rear suspension: Aion Y Plus uses 17-inch alloys and a torsion-beam rear; Jetour VT9 gets 19-inch alloys and a multi-link rear.
Y Plus
- 430 km EV range from a 63.2 kWh battery.
- 405-litre boot and a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags, panoramic glass roof and 14.6-inch touchscreen.
- Five seats versus the Jetour VT9's seven.
- Smaller 17-inch wheels and torsion-beam rear suspension versus 19-inch wheels and multi-link rear suspension.
- No powered boot; the Jetour VT9 has one.
VT9
- Seven seats in a 4,724 mm-long SUV.
- 19-inch wheels, multi-link rear suspension and powered boot.
- 57-litre petrol tank and 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- 89-litre boot versus the Aion Y Plus's 405 litres.
- Four airbags fewer than the Aion Y Plus, which has six.
- No EV range, V2L function or DC charging capability.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM119,350✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | 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 | 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) |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" 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 and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Single-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-A Front, 2 USB-A 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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.
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Y Plus vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Jetour VT9 better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for a five-seat EV buyer, with 430 km range, 405 litres of boot space and six airbags. The Jetour VT9 is better if seven seats, a larger body and petrol refuelling matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 and the Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350, so the Aion is RM450 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The Aion Y Plus has an eight-year, 160,000 km manufacturer warranty and an eight-year, 200,000 km battery warranty. The Jetour VT9 has a seven-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty, while its engine warranty runs for 10 years or 1,000,000 km.