Verdict
The RM12,550 step from the Jetour Dashing to the Jetour VT9 does not buy extra performance: both use a 1.5-litre turbo petrol four with 154 hp and 230 Nm, driving the front wheels through a six-speed wet DCT. It buys two extra seats, 19-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera, folding mirrors and more charging provision. The Dashing is 134 mm shorter yet has a far more useful quoted 486-litre boot against the VT9’s 89 litres, plus blind-spot information. For five occupants and luggage, it is the sharper buy; take the VT9 when seven seats matter.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if five seats, a 486-litre boot and blind-spot information matter more than a third row.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats and want a 360-degree camera, 19-inch wheels and extra USB charging points.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour Dashing RM106,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Seating: Jetour Dashing five seats; Jetour VT9 seven seats.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing 486 litres; Jetour VT9 89 litres.
- Length: Jetour Dashing 4,590 mm; Jetour VT9 4,724 mm.
- Wheels: Jetour Dashing 18-inch alloys with 235/60R18 tyres; Jetour VT9 19-inch alloys with 235/55R19 tyres.
- Reverse camera: Jetour Dashing reverse camera; Jetour VT9 360-degree surround-view monitor.
Dashing
- RM12,550 cheaper.
- 486-litre boot.
- Blind-spot information system.
- Only five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- No 360-degree camera, folding wing mirrors or paddle shifts.
VT9
- Seven-seat layout.
- 360-degree surround-view monitor.
- Front wireless charger, four USB-A ports and ambient lighting.
- RM12,550 more expensive.
- Quoted boot space is 89 litres versus the Dashing’s 486 litres.
- No blind-spot information system.
What the Dashing has over the VT9
What the VT9 has over the Dashing
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 Dashing: 486 litres against 89.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM119,350 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,090/mo✓ | RM1,220/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,056✓ | RM3,383 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 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 |
| Power Sockets | — | 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 |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 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 Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Dashing vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or Jetour VT9 better?
The Dashing is better for five people carrying luggage, thanks to its 486-litre boot and lower price. Choose the VT9 if seven seats are non-negotiable; its engine, 154 hp and 230 Nm output, transmission and wheelbase are otherwise the same.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM12,550 more than the Jetour Dashing: RM119,350 against RM106,800.
Do the Jetour Dashing and VT9 have the same engine?
Yes. Both use a 1,498 cc turbocharged inline-four petrol engine producing 154 hp at 5,500 rpm and 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm, paired with a six-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive.