Verdict
At RM119,350, the seven-seat Jetour VT9 costs RM9,650 less and carries a 57-litre petrol tank, so it suits buyers who need two extra seats without planning around charging. The RM129,000 Leapmotor C10 is the more powerful and better-equipped five-seater: its 215 hp, 320 Nm motor, 69.9 kWh battery and 420 km range come with 84 kW DC charging, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Its 435-litre boot also dwarfs the VT9’s 89 litres. Choose seating capacity or EV equipment; neither replaces the other.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if seven seats, a 57-litre petrol tank and the lower RM119,350 entry price matter more than EV range and driver assistance.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you can live with five seats and want 215 hp, 420 km EV range, a 435-litre boot and a fuller active-safety suite.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Seats and boot space: Jetour VT9 7 seats and 89 litres; Leapmotor C10 5 seats and 435 litres.
- Output: Jetour VT9 154 hp and 230 Nm; Leapmotor C10 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Energy storage and range: Jetour VT9 57-litre petrol tank; Leapmotor C10 69.9 kWh battery and 420 km range.
- Wheelbase and height: Jetour VT9 2,720 mm and 1,720 mm; Leapmotor C10 2,825 mm and 1,680 mm.
- Driver assistance: Jetour VT9 has no lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking; Leapmotor C10 has steering correction and autonomous braking.
VT9
- Seven seats to the C10's five.
- 57-litre petrol tank removes charging dependence.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or lane-keeping assist.
- 89-litre boot is far smaller than the C10's 435 litres.
- Only the driver gets power seat adjustment; the C10 powers and ventilates both front seats.
C10
- 215 hp and 320 Nm motor, with a 420 km stated EV range.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information, collision warning and adaptive cruise control.
- 435-litre boot, 12-speaker audio and dual-zone climate control.
- Five seats versus the VT9's seven.
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM120 for the VT9.
- Six-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty versus seven years/150,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350✓ | RM129,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| 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 | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 84 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 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.
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VT9 vs C10 FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Leapmotor C10 better?
The VT9 is better for a seven-seat household and petrol refuelling. The C10 is better for a five-seat buyer wanting 215 hp, 420 km EV range, a 435-litre boot and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM9,650 more than the Jetour VT9: RM129,000 against RM119,350.
Which SUV has more safety assistance?
The Leapmotor C10 has the fuller suite, adding autonomous braking, blind-spot information, collision warning, adaptive cruise control and lane steering correction. The Jetour VT9 has stability control and a 360-degree camera, but no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.