Verdict
At RM119,800, the Aion Y Plus Elite delivers the same 201 hp, 225 Nm front-mounted motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range as the RM135,800 Premium. That makes the Elite the sharper value choice if your priority is EV performance, range and the 14.6-inch touchscreen. The RM16,000 gap buys 18-inch wheels, autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. For Malaysian buyers who regularly use highways or place more weight on active safety, those additions give the Premium a clear case.
Pick the Aion Y Plus Elite if you want the same 201 hp motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range while saving RM16,000.
Pick the Aion Y Plus Premium if autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control matter more than the RM16,000 saving.
Key differences
- Price: RM119,800 | RM135,800
- Wheels and tyres: 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres | 18-inch alloys with 215/50R18 tyres
- Autonomous braking system: no | yes
- Lane-keeping assist: no | steering correction
- Cruise control: passive cruise control | adaptive cruise control
Elite
- RM16,000 lower purchase price
- Same 201 hp and 225 Nm as the Premium
- Same 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range as the Premium
- No autonomous braking or collision warning
- No lane-keeping assist with steering correction
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
Premium
- Autonomous braking and collision warning
- Lane-keeping assist with steering correction
- Adaptive cruise control and 18-inch alloy wheels
- Costs RM16,000 more despite identical motor output, battery capacity and claimed range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM135,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | 63.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 80 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Driver 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 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 | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 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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Elite vs Premium FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus Elite or Aion Y Plus Premium better?
The Premium is better equipped, adding autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. The Elite is the better-value pick because its 201 hp motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km range are unchanged.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus Premium costs RM16,000 more than the Elite.
Do the Elite and Premium have different range or charging speeds?
No. Both use a 63.2 kWh battery with a 430 km claimed range, 6.6 kW AC charging, 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L capability.