Verdict
The Wuling Bingo costs RM67,800, undercutting the RM100,000 Dongfeng Box by RM32,200, and its RM20 annual road tax is RM30 lower. It also brings six airbags, a 395-litre boot and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The Box answers with a much larger 42.3-kWh battery for 430 km versus 273 km, a 94-hp/160-Nm motor, DC charging at 70 kW and proper driver assists including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. For Malaysian buyers making regular interstate trips, the Box’s extra 157 km of range is the deciding advantage; the Bingo is the cheaper city-focused buy.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if you need 430 km of range, 70-kW DC charging and autonomous braking for longer, more frequent highway use.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if keeping the purchase price to RM67,800, gaining six airbags and carrying more luggage matter more than range.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Box RM100,000; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Battery and range: Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh and 430 km; Wuling Bingo 31.9 kWh and 273 km.
- Motor output: Dongfeng Box 94 hp and 160 Nm; Wuling Bingo 67 hp and 150 Nm.
- Safety: Dongfeng Box has 2 airbags plus autonomous braking; Wuling Bingo has 6 airbags but no autonomous braking.
- Boot space and seating: Dongfeng Box 326 litres and 5 seats; Wuling Bingo 395 litres and 4 seats.
- DC charging: Dongfeng Box 70 kW; Wuling Bingo 50 kW.
Box
- 430-km EV range from a 42.3-kWh battery.
- 94 hp, 160 Nm and 70-kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control.
- Costs RM32,200 more.
- Has only 2 airbags versus the Bingo’s 6.
- 326-litre boot is 69 litres smaller.
Bingo
- RM67,800 price and RM20 annual road tax.
- Six airbags and a 395-litre boot.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a powered driver’s seat.
- 273-km range is 157 km shorter.
- 67-hp motor trails the Box by 27 hp, while DC charging is 20 kW slower.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM67,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp✓ | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 42.3 kWh✓ | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 70 kW✓ | 50 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,030 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,342 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains) |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | Yes |
| 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✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Limited to the first owner only; 8-year/unlimited mileage battery warranty | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor 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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Box vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Box or Wuling Bingo better?
The Dongfeng Box is better for range, performance, DC charging and driver assistance. The Wuling Bingo is better for a lower RM67,800 entry price, six airbags and its larger 395-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Bingo is RM32,200 cheaper: RM67,800 against RM100,000 for the Dongfeng Box. Its annual road tax is also RM20, compared with RM50 for the Box.
Which EV has the longer range?
The Dongfeng Box has the longer claimed range at 430 km from its 42.3-kWh battery. The Wuling Bingo is rated at 273 km with a 31.9-kWh battery, a difference of 157 km.
