Verdict
At RM119,350, the seven-seat Jetour VT9 costs RM3,059 less than the five-seat Mazda CX-30, yet is 329 mm longer and has a 65 mm longer wheelbase. That makes it the more direct family-hauling choice, with rear air vents and a 7-year/150,000 km warranty. The Mazda counters with 162 hp, six airbags including curtains and a driver’s knee airbag, plus a far larger 430-litre boot against 89 litres. Its RM439 annual road tax is much steeper than the Jetour’s RM120, however.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, larger exterior dimensions and rear-seat air-con at a lower purchase price and road-tax bill.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if five seats are enough and you prioritise its 430-litre boot, broader airbag coverage and 162 hp output.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Seats: Jetour VT9 7; Mazda CX-30 5.
- Boot space: Jetour VT9 89 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres.
- Power and torque: Jetour VT9 154 hp and 230 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Jetour VT9 4,724 mm and 2,720 mm; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm and 2,655 mm.
- Warranty: Jetour VT9 7 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-30 5 years/100,000 km.
VT9
- Seven seats and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- 230 Nm turbocharged torque.
- Rear air vents, 360-degree camera and 19-inch wheels.
- 89-litre boot is much smaller than the Mazda’s 430 litres.
- Four airbags versus the Mazda’s six, with no curtain or driver’s knee airbag listed.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure, auto wipers or head-up display.
CX-30
- 430-litre boot despite its shorter 4,395 mm body.
- 162 hp and a claimed 6.4 L/100 km.
- Six airbags, head-up display and auto wipers.
- Five seats versus the Jetour’s seven.
- RM439 yearly road tax versus RM120.
- No rear air vents, and manual front air-con versus the Jetour’s automatic climate control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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.
Used VT9 & CX-30 for sale
VT9 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The VT9 is better for a larger family because it has seven seats, rear air vents and a 2,720 mm wheelbase. Choose the CX-30 if five seats suffice; it brings a 430-litre boot, 162 hp and six airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 is RM3,059 cheaper than the Mazda CX-30. Its annual road tax is also RM319 lower, at RM120 against RM439.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Mazda CX-30 has the bigger quoted boot at 430 litres. The Jetour VT9 is listed with 89 litres, the trade-off for its third-row seating.