Verdict
These SUVs cost almost the same, but serve markedly different jobs. The Aion Y Plus has a 201 hp motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range, plus 405 litres of boot space and six airbags. The Jetour VT9 is 189 mm longer and carries seven, yet its quoted boot space is only 89 litres and it has four airbags. Choose the Aion for EV motoring and its longer 2,750 mm wheelbase; choose the VT9 when two extra seats, 19-inch wheels and a 57-litre petrol tank matter more.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you want 430 km of electric range, a 405-litre boot and six airbags in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a larger 4,724 mm body and petrol refuelling.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus has a 201 hp, 225 Nm electric motor; Jetour VT9 has a 154 hp, 230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Aion Y Plus has a 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range; Jetour VT9 has a 57-litre fuel tank.
- Size: Aion Y Plus is 4,535 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase; Jetour VT9 is 4,724 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot space: Aion Y Plus has 5 seats and 405 litres; Jetour VT9 has 7 seats and 89 litres.
- Safety: Aion Y Plus has 6 airbags; Jetour VT9 has 4 airbags.
Y Plus
- 430 km range from a 63.2 kWh battery
- 405-litre boot versus 89 litres
- Six airbags versus four
- Five seats versus the VT9's seven
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the VT9's multi-link layout
- 17-inch wheels versus the VT9's 19-inch wheels
VT9
- Seven seats versus five
- 189 mm longer body and 19-inch wheels
- Multi-link rear suspension and powered boot
- 89-litre boot versus the Aion's 405 litres
- Four airbags versus the Aion's six
- No panoramic glass roof
What the Y Plus has over the VT9
What the VT9 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.
Boot space favours the Y Plus: 405 litres against 89.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo | RM1,220/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,363✓ | RM3,383 |
| 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 | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (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. 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 October 2026.
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Y Plus vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Jetour VT9 better?
The Aion Y Plus is the better choice for electric driving, a 430 km range, a 405-litre boot and six airbags. The Jetour VT9 is better if seven seats and a larger 4,724 mm body are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 and the Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350. The Aion is RM450 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty cover?
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, plus a 10-year, 1,000,000 km engine warranty.
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 VT9 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.