Verdict
At RM123,800, the GAC Emkoo costs RM4,450 more than the RM119,350 Jetour VT9, but brings 175 hp and 270 Nm against 154 hp and 230 Nm, plus a claimed 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 2,750 mm wheelbase is 30 mm longer, yet it remains a five-seater. The VT9 is the practical choice for seven seats and has a longer seven-year vehicle warranty, but its 89-litre boot figure is far below the Emkoo’s 638 litres. For five occupants, the Emkoo’s stronger drivetrain and far fuller safety kit justify the gap.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you need five seats, 638 litres of boot space, 175 hp and active safety systems including autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if seven seats, a seven-year vehicle warranty and a RM4,450 lower entry price matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Output: GAC Emkoo 175 hp and 270 Nm; Jetour VT9 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: GAC Emkoo five seats and 638 litres; Jetour VT9 seven seats and 89 litres.
- Transmission: GAC Emkoo seven-speed wet DCT; Jetour VT9 six-speed wet DCT.
- Wheelbase: GAC Emkoo 2,750 mm; Jetour VT9 2,720 mm.
- Vehicle warranty: GAC Emkoo five years/150,000 km; Jetour VT9 seven years/150,000 km.
Emkoo
- 175 hp and 270 Nm
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring
- 638-litre boot and 360-degree camera
- Only five seats versus the VT9’s seven
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus seven years
VT9
- Seven-seat cabin
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty
- 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the Emkoo
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot monitoring
- 89-litre boot figure is much smaller than 638 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800 | RM119,350✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone 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 on 2 Outer 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 Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 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 | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | 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 | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | 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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Emkoo vs VT9 FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Jetour VT9 better?
The Emkoo is the better five-seat SUV on performance, boot capacity and safety equipment. The VT9 is better only if you specifically need seven seats and prefer its longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM4,450 more. That extra spend brings 21 hp, 40 Nm, a seven-speed DCT, active safety assistance, a panoramic glass roof and a 638-litre boot.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The GAC Emkoo has the stronger safety specification: autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and front and rear curtain airbags. The VT9 has front and side airbags, but none of those listed driver-assistance systems.