Verdict
At RM119,800, the Aion Y Plus undercuts the Peugeot 2008 by RM14,303 while bringing a 201 hp, 225 Nm motor, 63.2 kWh battery and claimed 430 km range. It is also 235 mm longer and rides on a 145 mm longer wheelbase, yet both have a 405-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers able to charge at home or work, the Aion’s 80 kW DC charging, rear air vents and 360-degree camera make a strong practical case. The Peugeot answers with petrol convenience, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and substantially better active safety equipment.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you can charge regularly and want 430 km claimed EV range, more cabin length and more equipment for RM14,303 less.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if petrol refuelling suits your routine and autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane steering correction matter more than EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus 201 hp/225 Nm electric motor with 63.2 kWh battery; Peugeot 2008 128 hp/230 Nm 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Range/economy: Aion Y Plus 430 km EV range; Peugeot 2008 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
- Dimensions: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm long with 2,750 mm wheelbase; Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm long with 2,605 mm wheelbase.
- Driver assistance: Aion Y Plus has no lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking; Peugeot 2008 has steering correction and pedestrian-detecting autonomous…
- Warranty: Aion Y Plus 8 years/160,000 km manufacturer warranty plus 8 years/200,000 km battery warranty; Peugeot 2008 5 years/100,000 km manufacturer warranty…
Y Plus
- RM14,303 cheaper with a 201 hp motor and 430 km claimed range.
- Rear air vents, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera.
- Longer 8-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty and 8-year/200,000 km battery cover.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- Only three rear parking sensors versus the Peugeot’s six.
- No navigation, auto wipers or automatic high beam.
2008
- Autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and lane steering correction.
- 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and a 41-litre petrol tank avoid charging dependence.
- Six front and six rear parking sensors, plus navigation and automatic high beam.
- RM14,303 more expensive despite 128 hp versus the Aion’s 201 hp.
- Smaller 4,300 mm body and 2,605 mm wheelbase versus 4,535 mm and 2,750 mm.
- No rear air vents, panoramic glass roof or 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM134,103 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 199 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| 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 | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| 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 | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 6 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
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 2008 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Aion Y Plus is the better fit for regular home or workplace charging: it is cheaper, has 430 km claimed range and more cabin-oriented equipment. Choose the Peugeot 2008 for its petrol refuelling convenience and its active safety suite.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 2008 costs RM14,303 more than the Aion Y Plus. The Aion also has lower annual road tax at RM160 versus RM85 for the Peugeot, so the price gap is not the whole running-cost picture.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Peugeot 2008 has the stronger active safety package, with blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection and lane steering correction. Both cars have six airbags, ABS/EBD, stability control and ISOFIX on the two outer rear seats.