Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 undercuts the RM119,350 Jetour VT9 by RM2,550 yet brings the stronger active-safety suite: autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. Its 378-litre boot also beats the VT9’s 89 litres, while both use a 1.5-litre turbo, six-speed wet DCT and front-wheel drive. The VT9 answers with seven seats, 154 hp against 145 hp, a 2,720-mm wheelbase and a 57-litre tank. Buy the Chery for five-seat daily use and equipment; take the Jetour only if the extra two seats are essential.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want lower purchase cost, 378 litres of boot space and active safety including autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you genuinely need seven seats, 154 hp and the larger 57-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Seating: Chery O5 five seats; Jetour VT9 seven seats.
- Power: Chery O5 145 hp; Jetour VT9 154 hp.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Jetour VT9 89 litres.
- Length: Chery O5 4,400 mm; Jetour VT9 4,724 mm.
- Fuel tank: Chery O5 51 litres; Jetour VT9 57 litres.
O5
- RM2,550 cheaper.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist.
- 378-litre boot and 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- 145 hp versus the VT9’s 154 hp.
- Smaller 51-litre fuel tank versus 57 litres.
VT9
- Seven-seat cabin.
- 154 hp, 9 hp more than the O5.
- 10-year, 1,000,000-km engine warranty.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- 89-litre boot versus the O5’s 378 litres.
- Single-zone air-con and four speakers versus the O5’s dual-zone system and eight speakers.
| 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 |
| 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 | 154 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
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O5 vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Jetour VT9 better?
The Chery O5 is the better buy for most five-seat users. It costs RM2,550 less, has a 378-litre boot and adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The Jetour VT9 is better only where seven seats matter.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350, which is RM2,550 more than the Chery O5 at RM116,800.
Which has more luggage space?
The Chery O5 has 378 litres of boot space, far more than the Jetour VT9’s 89 litres. The Jetour’s advantage is its seven-seat layout; the Chery has five seats.