Verdict
The RM2,550 step to the Jetour VT9 buys a much larger 4,724 mm body, 2,720 mm wheelbase and seven seats, plus 154 hp and a 57-litre tank. Its 89-litre boot figure reflects the seven-seat layout, though, while the Chery O5 has 378 litres behind its five seats. The O5 is 324 mm shorter and 117 kg lighter, yet matches the VT9’s 230 Nm torque. It also gets six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control, where the VT9 has four airbags and passive cruise control.
Pick the Chery O5 if active safety, six airbags, a 378-litre boot and a more compact 4,400 mm footprint matter more than a third row.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats and want the larger 4,724 mm SUV for only RM2,550 more.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Seats: Chery O5 five; Jetour VT9 seven.
- Power: Chery O5 145 hp at 5,500 rpm; Jetour VT9 154 hp at 5,500 rpm.
- Length: Chery O5 4,400 mm; Jetour VT9 4,724 mm.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Jetour VT9 89 litres.
- Airbags: Chery O5 six; Jetour VT9 four.
O5
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
- Adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 378-litre boot in a 4,400 mm body.
- Five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- 145 hp versus the VT9’s 154 hp.
- 51-litre fuel tank versus 57 litres.
VT9
- Seven seats and a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- 154 hp, 9 hp more than the O5.
- 10-year, 1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- Four airbags versus the O5’s six.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- 89-litre boot versus the O5’s 378 litres.
What the O5 has over the VT9
What the VT9 has over the O5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The VT9's wheelbase is 90 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The VT9 is 70 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the O5: 378 litres against 89.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800✓ | RM119,350 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,190/mo✓ | RM1,220/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,316✓ | RM3,383 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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O5 vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Jetour VT9 better?
The O5 is the better safety-led five-seater, with six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The VT9 is the better choice only if its seven seats and larger 4,724 mm body are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350, which is RM2,550 more than the Chery O5 at RM116,800. That extra buys two additional seats, 9 hp, a 57-litre tank and a substantially larger body.
Which has more boot space, the Chery O5 or Jetour VT9?
The Chery O5 has the larger quoted boot at 378 litres. The Jetour VT9 has 89 litres, reflecting its seven-seat configuration. If regular luggage carrying matters more than a third row, the O5 is the clearer fit.