Verdict
The MIFA 9 goes 76% further on a charge, the MIFA 9 has a 72% bigger boot, while the MIFA 9 is 22% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The M8 PHEV Luxury (RM388,800) sits above every MIFA 9 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the M8 has over the MIFA 9
What the MIFA 9 has over the M8
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The MIFA 9's wheelbase is 130 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The MIFA 9 is 107 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the MIFA 9: 1,010 litres against 280.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM269,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM220 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,355/mo | RM2,755/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM8,797 | RM7,265✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 179 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 25.57 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 106 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | 120 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,212 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,893 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,823 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,070 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | 2,420 kg | 3,095 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 19 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 10 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Windshield) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on front passenger and outer two second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | Second row Individual Captain's Seats, 60:40 Split-folding Third row | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade and Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 16-Speaker Yamaha Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Powered Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 150,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 8-year/200,000 km battery 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 November 2026.
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