Aion Y Plus vs Suzuki Swift Sport
Verdict
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800, undercutting the RM130,900 Suzuki Swift Sport by RM11,100 while giving Malaysian buyers a much larger EV: 4,535 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase and 405-litre boot. Its 201 hp motor and 430 km range suit family use, but the Swift Sport is the sharper small car on paper, with 970 kg weight, a 140 hp turbo petrol engine, 6AT with paddles and a slightly quicker 8.0-second century sprint versus 8.5 seconds.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you want the bigger, cheaper-to-buy EV with more boot space, longer warranty and 430 km of claimed range.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you want the smaller, lighter petrol hatchback with a quicker 0-100 km/h time, 6AT and paddle shifters.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900
- Powertrain output: Aion Y Plus 201 hp/225 Nm motor; Suzuki Swift Sport 140 hp/230 Nm 1.4 turbo petrol
- 0-100 km/h: Aion Y Plus 8.5 seconds; Suzuki Swift Sport 8.0 seconds
- Size: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm long/2,750 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Swift Sport 3,890 mm long/2,450 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; Suzuki Swift Sport 265 litres
- Warranty: Aion Y Plus 8 years/160,000 km plus 8 years/200,000 km battery; Suzuki Swift Sport 3 years/100,000 km
Y Plus
- Cheaper by RM11,100 despite higher rated horsepower
- Much larger body, longer wheelbase and 405-litre boot
- Rear air vents, panoramic glass roof, 14.6-inch touchscreen and 360-degree camera
- Slower to 100 km/h: 8.5 seconds versus 8.0 seconds
- Bigger footprint makes it less compact: 4,535 mm long versus 3,890 mm
- Higher annual road tax: RM160 versus RM70
Swift Sport
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds
- Very light at 970 kg, with the compact dimensions expected of a Swift Sport
- 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters and a 205 km/h top speed
- Smaller boot: 265 litres versus 405 litres
- Shorter warranty at 3 years/100,000 km
- No rear air vents, no panoramic glass roof and no 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 119,800✓ | RM 130,900 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 140 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | 8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | — | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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, Front 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height 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 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| 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 | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 70✓ |
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.
Y Plus vs Swift Sport FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for family space, EV running and warranty. The Suzuki Swift Sport is better if you prioritise a small, light petrol hatchback with the quicker 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus is RM11,100 cheaper than the Suzuki Swift Sport.
Which one is more practical for daily use?
The Aion Y Plus is the more practical car, with five seats, a 405-litre boot, rear air vents and 430 km of EV range. The Swift Sport has five seats too, but only 265 litres of boot space.