Verdict
The RM100,700 Dongfeng Box costs RM32,900 more than the RM67,800 Wuling Bingo, but brings a 94 hp, 160 Nm motor against 67 hp and 150 Nm, plus 330 km of range versus 273 km. It is also the roomier five-seater, with a 2,650 mm wheelbase. The Bingo counters with a larger 395-litre boot, six airbags and 50 kW DC charging. For a Malaysian buyer watching the budget, the Wuling is hard to ignore; the Box makes sense for longer trips and a fifth seat.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if you need 330 km range, five seats and its 3.6 kW V2L function.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if you want to spend less while getting six airbags, a 395-litre boot and 50 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Box RM100,700; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Motor output: Dongfeng Box 94 hp and 160 Nm; Wuling Bingo 67 hp and 150 Nm.
- Range: Dongfeng Box 330 km; Wuling Bingo 273 km.
- DC charging: Dongfeng Box not specified; Wuling Bingo 50 kW.
- Occupancy and boot: Dongfeng Box five seats and 326 litres; Wuling Bingo four seats and 395 litres.
- Airbags: Dongfeng Box two; Wuling Bingo six.
Box
- 330 km claimed range
- Five seats and 2,650 mm wheelbase
- 3.6 kW V2L and adaptive cruise control
- RM32,900 more expensive
- Only two airbags versus six
- No DC charging rate specified
Bingo
- RM32,900 lower entry price
- Six airbags and 50 kW DC charging
- 395-litre boot with 50:50 split-folding rear seats
- 273 km range versus 330 km
- 67 hp and 150 Nm trail the Box
- Four seats versus five
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,700 | RM67,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp✓ | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 31.45 kWh | 31.9 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 330 km✓ | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,020 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,342 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Steel Wheels | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Steel Wheels | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/unlimited mileage Battery Warranty | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50 | RM20✓ |
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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Box vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Box or Wuling Bingo better?
The Wuling Bingo is the stronger value choice with its lower price, six airbags, 395-litre boot and 50 kW DC charging. Choose the Dongfeng Box instead if 330 km range, a fifth seat and V2L matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Box costs RM32,900 more than the Wuling Bingo.
Which one has the better safety equipment?
The Wuling Bingo has the stronger passive-safety count: six airbags, comprising front, front-side and front-and-rear curtain airbags. The Dongfeng Box has driver and front-passenger airbags only.