Verdict
The RM3,000 gap between the RM119,800 Aion Y Plus and RM116,800 Chery O5 is small, but the ownership proposition is not. The Aion is the EV choice, with a 63.2 kWh battery, 430 km quoted range and 80 kW DC charging, plus a notably roomier 2,750 mm wheelbase and 405-litre boot. The O5 counters with 18-inch wheels, multi-link rear suspension and substantially fuller driver-assistance kit, including adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking. Pick by charging access first; then decide how much you value the Chery’s safety and convenience equipment.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 430 km EV range, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and a 405-litre boot.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and multi-link rear suspension for RM3,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Chery O5 RM116,800.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus has one 201 hp, 225 Nm electric motor; Chery O5 has a 145 hp, 230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Aion Y Plus has a 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km EV range; Chery O5 has a 51-litre fuel tank.
- Size and boot: Aion Y Plus is 4,535 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase and 405-litre boot; Chery O5 is 4,400 mm long with a 2,630 mm wheelbase and 378-litre…
- Rear suspension and wheels: Aion Y Plus uses a torsion-beam rear suspension with 17-inch alloys; Chery O5 uses multi-link rear suspension with 18-inch alloys.
- Driver assistance: Aion Y Plus has passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist; Chery O5 has adaptive cruise control and steering-correction lane keeping.
Y Plus
- 63.2 kWh battery with 430 km quoted EV range.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and larger 405-litre boot.
- Eight-year, 160,000 km vehicle warranty plus eight-year, 200,000 km battery warranty.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or collision warning.
- Passive cruise control only, versus the O5’s adaptive cruise control.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and 17-inch wheels versus the O5’s multi-link setup and 18-inch wheels.
O5
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot information system.
- Multi-link rear suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels.
- Ventilated power-adjustable front seats, dual-zone climate control and powered boot.
- Smaller 378-litre boot versus the Aion Y Plus’s 405 litres.
- Shorter 2,630 mm wheelbase versus the Aion Y Plus’s 2,750 mm.
- Seven-year, 150,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Aion Y Plus’s eight-year, 160,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM116,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 145 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 | 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 | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,630 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,434 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres✓ | 378 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Giti GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 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 for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade |
| Power Sockets | — | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | — |
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 & O5 for sale
Y Plus vs O5 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Chery O5 better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for buyers able to charge regularly, thanks to its 63.2 kWh battery, 430 km range and larger cabin footprint. The Chery O5 is better for buyers prioritising active safety, adaptive cruise control and more convenience equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus costs RM3,000 more than the Chery O5: RM119,800 against RM116,800.
Which has the larger boot and longer wheelbase?
The Aion Y Plus does. Its boot holds 405 litres and its wheelbase measures 2,750 mm, compared with 378 litres and 2,630 mm for the Chery O5.
