Verdict
At RM106,800 apiece, this is a choice between EV running and SUV practicality rather than purchase price. The Aion ES gives a 55.2-kWh battery, 442 km claimed range, 3.3-kW V2L and RM70 annual road tax; it also carries an eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty. The Jetour Dashing is the more conventional five-door choice, with a 486-litre boot against 450 litres, 18-inch wheels and a 57-litre petrol tank. Its RM120 road tax and seven-year/150,000-km warranty are less favourable, but its 1.5-litre turbo makes 154 hp and 230 Nm.
Pick the Aion ES if you can charge an EV and want 442 km of claimed range, 3.3-kW V2L and the longer eight-year/160,000-km warranty.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need an SUV body, a 486-litre boot and its stated 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Aion ES has one 136-hp, 225-Nm electric motor; Jetour Dashing has a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Energy storage: Aion ES has a 55.2-kWh battery and 442 km claimed range; Jetour Dashing has a 57-litre petrol tank.
- Charging: Aion ES supports 6.6-kW AC, 60-kW DC and 3.3-kW V2L; Jetour Dashing uses petrol and has no charging figures.
- Boot space: Aion ES has 450 litres; Jetour Dashing has 486 litres.
- Dimensions: Aion ES is 4,810 mm long with a 2,750-mm wheelbase; Jetour Dashing is 4,590 mm long with a 2,720-mm wheelbase.
- Warranty and road tax: Aion ES has eight years/160,000 km and RM70 yearly road tax; Jetour Dashing has seven years/150,000 km and RM120 yearly road tax.
ES
- 442 km claimed EV range from a 55.2-kWh battery
- 3.3-kW V2L, plus 6.6-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging
- Eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty and RM70 annual road tax
- 450-litre boot is 36 litres smaller than the Dashing's
- 136 hp and 225 Nm are lower rated outputs than the Dashing's 154 hp and 230 Nm
- 17-inch wheels and 215/55 R17 tyres are smaller than the Dashing's 18-inch 235/60 R18 set
Dashing
- 486-litre boot and five-door SUV body
- 154 hp and 230 Nm from the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM120 annual road tax is RM50 higher than the Aion ES
- Seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Aion ES's eight-year/160,000-km cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 442 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,553 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 486 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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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ES vs Dashing FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Jetour Dashing better?
The Aion ES is the better choice for EV driving, with 442 km claimed range, V2L and lower RM70 road tax. Choose the Jetour Dashing for its SUV body, 486-litre boot and stated infotainment equipment.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the Aion ES and Jetour Dashing cost RM106,800.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Aion ES has the longer manufacturer warranty at eight years or 160,000 km. The Jetour Dashing is covered for seven years or 150,000 km, although it also lists a 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty.
