Verdict
At RM108,888, the Dongfeng Vigo costs RM10,462 less and brings EV running with a 51.87-kWh battery, 380 km range and up to 167 kW DC charging. Its 500-litre boot and six airbags also make a strong case for five-seat use. The RM119,350 Jetour VT9 is the larger machine: 4,724 mm long versus 4,306 mm, with seven seats, 19-inch wheels and multi-link rear suspension. Pick it when the third row matters; pick the Vigo for its electric drivetrain and substantially fuller active-safety kit.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if you want a five-seat EV with 380 km of quoted range, a 500-litre boot and autonomous braking.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a 4,724-mm body and a 57-litre petrol tank for longer journeys.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Powertrain: Vigo 161-hp/230-Nm electric motor and 51.87-kWh battery; VT9 154-hp/230-Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Range/energy storage: Vigo 380 km EV range; VT9 57-litre fuel tank.
- Size and seating: Vigo 4,306 mm long with five seats; VT9 4,724 mm long with seven seats.
- Safety: Vigo has six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; VT9 has four airbags and no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Boot space: Vigo 500 litres; VT9 89 litres.
Vigo
- 380 km quoted EV range with 167 kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping.
- 500-litre boot and powered, ventilated front seats with driver memory.
- Five seats versus the VT9's seven.
- 4,306-mm length is 418 mm shorter than the VT9.
- 18-inch wheels versus the VT9's 19-inch items.
VT9
- Seven seats in a 4,724-mm-long SUV.
- Multi-link rear suspension and 19-inch wheels.
- Powered tailgate, steering reach adjustment and paddle shifts.
- RM10,462 dearer than the Vigo.
- Four airbags versus the Vigo's six.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system.
What the Vigo has over the VT9
What the VT9 has over the Vigo
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the Vigo: 500 litres against 89.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,888✓ | RM119,350 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,110/mo✓ | RM1,220/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,079✓ | RM3,383 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,213 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.06 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM22,059 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 7.9 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 20 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.87 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 380 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 167 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,306 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,654 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | 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 | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery | 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). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Vigo vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Vigo or Jetour VT9 better?
The Vigo is better for EV driving, active safety and listed boot space, with 380 km range, six airbags and a 500-litre boot. The VT9 is better if seven seats and its larger 4,724-mm body are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM10,462 more than the Dongfeng Vigo.
Which has more seats and boot space?
The Jetour VT9 has seven seats against the Vigo's five. The Vigo has the larger listed boot at 500 litres, while the VT9 is listed at 89 litres.
How long does charging take?
The Vigo's 51.9 kWh battery takes about 7.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 167 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The VT9 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Vigo is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The VT9 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 6 years for the Vigo. Vigo: 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery. VT9: 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty.