Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Dongfeng Box is the stronger ownership case at RM100,000: it is RM65,000 cheaper, claims 430 km from a 42.3-kWh battery and adds 70-kW DC charging plus 3.6-kW V2L. The Renault Zoe fights back with a 108-hp, 225-Nm motor, 52-kWh battery and much faster 22-kW AC charging, but its 395-km range figure is lower. The Box also brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera, while the Zoe gets extra airbags and a split-fold rear seat.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if you want the RM65,000 saving, 430-km claimed range, 70-kW DC charging and a far fuller parking and driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Renault Zoe if 225 Nm, 22-kW AC charging, front side airbags, a 60:40 rear seat and 338 litres of boot space matter more than price and claimed range.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Box RM100,000; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Motor output: Dongfeng Box 94 hp and 160 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Battery and range: Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh and 430 km; Renault Zoe 52.0 kWh and 395 km.
- Charging: Dongfeng Box 6.6-kW AC and 70-kW DC; Renault Zoe 22-kW AC and 50-kW DC.
- Dimensions and weight: Dongfeng Box has a 2,660-mm wheelbase and weighs 1,342 kg; Renault Zoe has a 2,588-mm wheelbase and weighs 1,502 kg.
- Boot space: Dongfeng Box 326 litres; Renault Zoe 338 litres.
Box
- RM65,000 less to buy with a 430-km claimed range.
- 70-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L.
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 94 hp and 160 Nm trail the Zoe's 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- 6.6-kW AC charging is far slower than the Zoe's 22 kW.
- Only driver and front-passenger airbags, versus the Zoe's added front side airbags.
Zoe
- 108 hp and 225 Nm from its single motor.
- 22-kW AC charging and a larger 52-kWh battery.
- Front side airbags, 60:40 split-fold rear seats and 338-litre boot.
- Costs RM65,000 more than the Dongfeng Box.
- 395-km claimed range is 35 km lower than the Box's 430 km.
- 50-kW DC charging is slower than the Box's 70 kW, and it has no V2L listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM165,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50 | RM50 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp | 108 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 42.3 kWh | 52.0 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 22.0 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 70 kW✓ | 50.0 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,030 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | 1,342 kg | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | Limited to the first owner only; 8-year/unlimited mileage battery warranty | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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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Box vs Zoe FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Box or Renault Zoe better?
The Dongfeng Box is the better buy for most Malaysian buyers because it costs RM65,000 less, has a 430-km claimed range and more active safety and parking assistance. Choose the Renault Zoe for stronger motor output and 22-kW AC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Box costs RM100,000 and the Renault Zoe costs RM165,000, so the Renault is RM65,000 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Renault Zoe charges faster on AC at 22 kW versus 6.6 kW for the Dongfeng Box. The Box is faster on DC charging at 70 kW, compared with 50 kW for the Zoe.
