Verdict
The Aion Y Plus costs RM4,000 less, yet its 201 hp electric motor reaches 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and carries a 63.2 kWh battery rated for 430 km. It is the better fit for buyers committed to EV running, backed by an eight-year, 160,000 km manufacturer warranty and an eight-year, 200,000 km battery warranty. But the locally assembled Emkoo is the more practical family SUV: its 638-litre boot is 233 litres larger, and it adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 55-litre petrol tank also suits drivers not charging at home.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you want a 430 km EV with 201 hp, V2L capability and the longer eight-year manufacturer warranty for RM4,000 less.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you need a 638-litre boot, 19-inch wheels and a fuller active-safety suite including autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; GAC Emkoo RM123,800.
- Performance: Aion Y Plus 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds; GAC Emkoo in 8.8 seconds.
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; GAC Emkoo 638 litres.
- Length: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm; GAC Emkoo 4,680 mm.
- Wheels: Aion Y Plus 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; GAC Emkoo 19-inch two-tone alloys with 235/55R19 tyres.
- Rear suspension: Aion Y Plus torsion beam; GAC Emkoo multi-link.
Y Plus
- 63.2 kWh battery with 430 km EV range
- 201 hp motor and 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Eight-year, 160,000 km manufacturer warranty; battery covered for eight years, 200,000 km
- 405-litre boot trails the Emkoo's 638 litres
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or collision warning
- 17-inch wheels are smaller than the Emkoo's 19-inch set
Emkoo
- 638-litre boot
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information system and adaptive cruise control
- Powered front seats, ventilated driver’s seat and powered boot
- RM4,000 more expensive
- 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.3 seconds behind the Aion
- Five-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Aion's eight-year, 160,000 km cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM123,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 63.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 638 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain 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.
Used Y Plus & Emkoo for sale
Y Plus vs Emkoo FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or GAC Emkoo better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for an EV buyer wanting 430 km range, 201 hp and longer warranty cover. The GAC Emkoo is better for luggage capacity and driver assistance, with a 638-litre boot, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM119,800 and the GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800, so the Emkoo is RM4,000 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot, the Aion Y Plus or GAC Emkoo?
The GAC Emkoo has the bigger boot at 638 litres, compared with 405 litres in the Aion Y Plus. That is a 233-litre advantage for the Emkoo.
