Verdict
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM109,800 to the Jetour VT9’s RM119,350, and the RM9,550 gap buys an 18.4 kWh battery, 83 km EV range and a 215 hp motor. That makes the Proton the sharper daily-use choice for buyers able to charge at home or work. It is also safer on paper, with six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with stop and go. But the VT9 answers a different family need: seven seats, a powered tailgate and a 360-degree camera matter more than electrified running for some households. Its 89-litre boot is the compromise.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a powered boot and a 360-degree camera rather than plug-in-hybrid electric running.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 PHEV if you can use its 83 km EV range and want stronger safety equipment, a 528-litre boot and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Proton eMas 7 PHEV RM109,800.
- Seating and boot space: Jetour VT9 seven seats and 89 litres; Proton eMas 7 PHEV five seats and 528 litres.
- Electrified hardware: Jetour VT9 has no motor or traction battery; Proton eMas 7 PHEV has one 215 hp/258 Nm motor, an 18.4 kWh battery and 83 km EV range.
- Safety: Jetour VT9 has four airbags and no autonomous braking; Proton eMas 7 PHEV has six airbags and autonomous braking.
- Cruise control: Jetour VT9 passive cruise control; Proton eMas 7 PHEV adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- Cargo access and parking view: Jetour VT9 powered boot and 360-degree camera; Proton eMas 7 PHEV manual boot and reverse camera.
VT9
- Seven seats rather than five.
- Powered boot and 360-degree surround-view monitor.
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat and 19-inch wheels.
- Costs RM9,550 more.
- Only four airbags, with no autonomous braking or lane-keeping steering correction.
- 89-litre boot is far smaller than the Proton’s 528 litres.
eMas 7 PHEV
- 18.4 kWh battery delivers 83 km of EV range.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- 528-litre boot and a 15.4-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- Manual boot and only a reverse camera, against the VT9’s powered boot and 360-degree view.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, while the VT9 has a power-adjustable driver’s seat.
What the VT9 has over the eMas 7 PHEV
What the eMas 7 PHEV has over the VT9
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The eMas 7 PHEV is 40 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the eMas 7 PHEV: 528 litres against 89.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350 | RM109,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | — |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,220/mo | RM1,120/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,383 | RM3,103✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 98 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 125 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 258 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 18.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 83 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 30 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 | — | 8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | 1,735 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 528 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| 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 | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| 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 Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear |
| 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 |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Hybrid and Components 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. 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 November 2026.
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VT9 vs eMas 7 PHEV FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Proton eMas 7 PHEV better?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is better for an electrified commute, safety equipment and luggage capacity. Choose the Jetour VT9 instead if carrying up to seven people is non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is RM9,550 cheaper than the Jetour VT9.
Can the Proton eMas 7 PHEV be charged externally?
Yes. Its 18.4 kWh battery accepts AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and DC charging at up to 30 kW, and it has 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
Which has the better warranty?
The VT9 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 6 years for the eMas 7 PHEV. VT9: 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty. eMas 7 PHEV: 8-Year/160,000 km Hybrid and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.