Verdict
The RM19,900 dearer Aion Y Plus makes sense if you can charge regularly: its 201 hp, 225 Nm motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km stated range give it a very different brief from the Yaris Cross’s 105 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol setup. It is also 225 mm longer on a 130 mm longer wheelbase, but loses the luggage test with 405 litres against 471 litres. The Toyota is the sharper practical buy for drivers wanting blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and adaptive cruise control at RM99,900.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 201 hp electric performance, 430 km stated range and an eight-year warranty.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want to spend RM19,900 less, carry 66 litres more luggage and get adaptive cruise control plus blind-spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Power and torque: Aion Y Plus 201 hp and 225 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Energy storage: Aion Y Plus 63.2 kWh battery with 430 km range; Toyota Yaris Cross 42-litre fuel tank.
- Length and wheelbase: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm and 2,750 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm and 2,620 mm.
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Driver assistance: Aion Y Plus has passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist; Toyota Yaris Cross has adaptive cruise control and steering correction.
Y Plus
- 201 hp and 225 Nm electric motor.
- 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km stated range.
- Eight-year, 160,000 km manufacturer warranty plus eight-year, 200,000 km battery warranty.
- Costs RM19,900 more.
- 405-litre boot is 66 litres smaller.
- Lacks the Yaris Cross’s blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and adaptive cruise control.
Yaris Cross
- RM99,900 entry price.
- 471-litre boot and powered boot operation.
- Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and collision warning.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm are well below the Aion Y Plus’s 201 hp and 225 Nm.
- Five-year warranty is shorter in time than the Aion Y Plus’s eight-year cover.
- No panoramic glass roof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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) | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
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 Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for an owner able to charge regularly who wants 201 hp EV performance and 430 km stated range. The Toyota Yaris Cross is better for lower upfront cost, a 471-litre boot and more driver-assistance equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM19,900 more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, versus 405 litres in the Aion Y Plus. That is a 66-litre advantage for the Toyota.