Verdict
At RM169,888, the Dongfeng 007 gives Malaysian buyers a 73.48-kWh EV battery, 650 km of stated range and 200 kW DC charging, plus a 268 hp, 310 Nm rear motor. The Lexus ES is the physically larger executive sedan at 5,140 mm long and with a 2,950 mm wheelbase, but its Malaysian price, output and equipment details are still TBA. The 007 also brings a 15.6-inch touchscreen, 19-speaker audio and seven-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty. Pick the Lexus only if its larger footprint and petrol hybrid/REV powertrain suit your needs more than the Dongfeng’s published EV package.
Pick the Dongfeng 007 if you want a known RM169,888 price, 650 km EV range and 200 kW DC charging.
Pick the Lexus ES if you want the larger 5,140 mm-long Executive-segment sedan and prefer petrol hybrid/REV power.
Key differences
- Price: RM169,888 versus TBA
- Powertrain: 268 hp/310 Nm single-motor EV versus petrol Hybrid/REV, with output not stated
- EV range: 650 km versus not stated
- Length: 4,880 mm versus 5,140 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,915 mm versus 2,950 mm
- Height: 1,465 mm versus 1,555 mm
007
- 73.48-kWh battery with 650 km EV range
- 200 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Seven-year unlimited-mileage warranty; eight-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty
- 260 mm shorter in length and 35 mm shorter in wheelbase than the Lexus ES
ES
- Executive segment rather than Compact Executive
- 5,140 mm length and 2,950 mm wheelbase
- Petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain
- Malaysian price remains TBA, unlike the RM169,888 Dongfeng 007
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,888 | TBA |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | — |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 73.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 650 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | — |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,880 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,465 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,915 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 1,852 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 452 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/45TR19 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45TR19 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | — |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual + Screen Control For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Function | — |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Wanos Sound System with 19-speakers | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive 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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007 vs ES FAQ
Is the Dongfeng 007 or Lexus ES better?
The Dongfeng 007 is the clearer buy on published numbers, with a RM169,888 price, 650 km EV range, 200 kW DC charging and 268 hp. Choose the Lexus ES for its larger Executive-segment body and petrol hybrid/REV powertrain.
What is the price difference?
There is no calculable price difference yet because the Lexus ES Malaysian price is TBA. The Dongfeng 007 costs RM169,888.
Which sedan is bigger?
The Lexus ES is bigger: it is 5,140 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,555 mm tall and has a 2,950 mm wheelbase. The Dongfeng 007 measures 4,880 mm, 1,895 mm, 1,465 mm and 2,915 mm respectively.