Verdict
Just RM550 separates them, but these SUVs answer very different Malaysian needs. The RM119,350 Jetour VT9 is the larger 4,724 mm-long choice with seven seats, a 57-litre petrol tank and 230 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine; it suits families who need the third row. At RM119,900, the five-seat Neta Neta X brings a 52.49 kWh battery, 401 km EV range, 160 hp motor and a far more useful 508-litre boot. Choose it if home or workplace charging works for you; its 6.6 kW AC charging and 3.3 kW V2L are part of the appeal.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a larger 4,724 mm body and the convenience of a 57-litre petrol tank.
Pick the Neta Neta X if five seats are enough and you want 401 km of EV range, a 508-litre boot and 3.3 kW V2L.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Neta Neta X RM119,900.
- Seating: Jetour VT9 has 7 seats; Neta Neta X has 5 seats.
- Boot space: Jetour VT9 89 litres; Neta Neta X 508 litres.
- Powertrain: Jetour VT9 has a 154 hp/230 Nm 1.5L turbo petrol engine; Neta Neta X has a 160 hp/210 Nm motor.
- Length and wheelbase: Jetour VT9 is 4,724 mm/2,720 mm; Neta Neta X is 4,619 mm/2,770 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: Jetour VT9 7 years/150,000 km; Neta Neta X 5 years/150,000 km.
VT9
- Seven seats instead of five.
- 230 Nm beats the Neta Neta X's 210 Nm.
- Seven-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 89-litre boot is much smaller than the Neta Neta X's 508 litres.
- No panoramic sliding sunroof or auto wipers.
- No curtain airbags; the Neta Neta X has side and curtain airbags.
Neta X
- 401 km EV range from a 52.49 kWh battery.
- 508-litre boot.
- Panoramic sliding sunroof, navigation and an 8-speaker audio system.
- Five seats versus the Jetour VT9's seven.
- 210 Nm is 20 Nm down on the Jetour VT9.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty is two years shorter than the Jetour VT9's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350✓ | RM119,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM100✓ |
| 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 | — | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 210 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 401 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,619 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,770 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| 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 on outer two rear seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| 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 | Powered Driver's 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 |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Navigation, Voice Control, Online Music Streaming and Apple CarPlay with 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| 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, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8-year/180,000 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 Neta X FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Neta Neta X better?
The Jetour VT9 is better for seven-seat family use and petrol refuelling convenience. The Neta Neta X is better for EV driving, with 401 km range, 508 litres of boot space and a RM550 higher price.
What is the price difference?
The Neta Neta X costs RM119,900, which is RM550 more than the RM119,350 Jetour VT9.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Neta Neta X has the bigger boot at 508 litres. The Jetour VT9 has 89 litres, reflecting its seven-seat layout.