Verdict
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 to the Mitsubishi Xforce’s RM109,980, but the RM9,820 gap brings electric running, a 63.2-kWh battery rated for 430 km, 201 hp and 225 Nm. Its 2,750-mm wheelbase is 100 mm longer, although its 405-litre boot is 5 litres smaller. The Xforce is the lower-entry petrol choice, with a 1.5-litre 104-hp, 141-Nm engine, a 42-litre tank and a 145-mm shorter body that should be less cumbersome in tight Malaysian parking spaces. It also gets blind-spot monitoring and front parking sensors; the Aion counters with front and rear curtain airbags and longer cover.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you can charge regularly and want 430 km of rated EV range, 201 hp and an eight-year manufacturer warranty.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if a RM9,820 lower purchase price, petrol refuelling, blind-spot monitoring and front parking sensors matter more than EV range and performance.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980.
- Power and torque: Aion Y Plus 201 hp and 225 Nm; Mitsubishi Xforce 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Energy storage: Aion Y Plus 63.2-kWh battery with 430-km EV range; Mitsubishi Xforce 42-litre fuel tank.
- Length and wheelbase: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm and 2,750 mm; Mitsubishi Xforce 4,390 mm and 2,650 mm.
- Wheels and tyres: Aion Y Plus 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; Mitsubishi Xforce 18-inch alloys with 225/50R18 tyres.
- Airbags: Aion Y Plus has front and rear curtain airbags in addition to front and front-side bags; Mitsubishi Xforce has driver, passenger and front-side…
Y Plus
- 430-km rated range from a 63.2-kWh battery.
- 201 hp and 225 Nm, versus 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Eight-year manufacturer warranty and front/rear curtain airbags.
- Costs RM9,820 more.
- No blind-spot information system or front parking sensors.
- 17-inch wheels versus the Xforce’s 18-inch items.
Xforce
- RM9,820 lower entry price.
- Blind-spot information system, four front parking sensors and auto wipers.
- 410-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the Aion Y Plus’s 201 hp and 225 Nm.
- No front or rear curtain airbags are listed.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty versus eight years for the Aion Y Plus.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM109,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,250 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 410 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 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 | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree view |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | — |
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 Xforce FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Mitsubishi Xforce better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for buyers with reliable charging who prioritise 430 km of rated range, 201 hp and longer warranty cover. The Xforce is better if you want petrol refuelling, a lower upfront cost, blind-spot monitoring and front sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM9,820 more than the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Aion Y Plus has an eight-year, 160,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus an eight-year, 200,000-km battery warranty. The Mitsubishi Xforce has a five-year manufacturer warranty with unlimited mileage.