Verdict
At RM106,800, the petrol Jetour Dashing is RM2,332 dearer than the RM104,468 MG S5, but it brings C-segment proportions, a 486-litre boot and a power-adjustable driver’s seat. The MG is a B-segment EV with a 49 kWh battery, 340 km range, 120 kW DC charging and a quoted 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time. It also gets autonomous braking, steering correction, adaptive cruise control and curtain airbags that the Dashing lacks. The Dashing is 114 mm longer and has 33 litres more luggage room; choose it if petrol refuelling and cargo space matter more than the MG’s EV hardware and safety kit.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need the larger 486-litre boot, 18-inch wheels and a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and prefer a 1.5-litre turbo petrol SUV.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge an EV and want 340 km of range, 120 kW DC charging, stronger safety assistance and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Jetour Dashing has a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with 154 hp and 230 Nm; MG S5 has one electric motor with 168 hp and 250 Nm.
- Energy storage: Jetour Dashing has a 57-litre fuel tank; MG S5 has a 49 kWh battery with 340 km range.
- Length: Jetour Dashing is 4,590 mm; MG S5 is 4,476 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing has 486 litres; MG S5 has 453 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Jetour Dashing uses 18-inch alloys with 235/60R18 tyres; MG S5 uses 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
- Driver assistance: Jetour Dashing has passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist; MG S5 has adaptive cruise control and steering correction.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot, 33 litres larger than the MG S5’s
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- 18-inch wheels and a space-saver spare tyre
- No autonomous braking or collision warning
- No steering correction; only passive cruise control
- Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, versus the MG S5’s wireless connection
S5
- 49 kWh battery, 340 km range and 120 kW DC charging
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction
- Adaptive cruise control, wireless phone integration and six speakers
- 453-litre boot is 33 litres smaller than the Jetour Dashing’s
- Manual front seats and a manual tailgate
- Tyre repair kit instead of a space-saver spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM104,468✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.0 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres✓ | 453 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way 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-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km |
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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Dashing vs S5 FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the better-equipped choice for EV buyers, with 340 km range, 120 kW DC charging, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The Jetour Dashing is better for buyers who need its 486-litre boot, larger body and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour Dashing costs RM2,332 more than the MG S5. The Dashing brings a larger boot, 18-inch wheels and a power-adjustable driver’s seat, while the MG focuses on EV range, charging and safety assistance.
Which has more boot space?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger boot at 486 litres, compared with 453 litres for the MG S5. That is a 33-litre advantage for the petrol SUV.