Verdict
At RM119,800, the Aion Y Plus costs RM3,000 more than the RM116,800 Chery O5, but brings a 201 hp electric motor, 63.2 kWh battery, 430 km claimed range and 405-litre boot. It is also 135 mm longer and rides on a 120 mm longer wheelbase. The O5 counters with a 145 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol motor, multi-link rear suspension and a far fuller driver-assistance set, including autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. Charging access is the deciding factor: choose the Aion for EV running and usable size; choose the Chery for equipment and petrol familiarity.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you can charge regularly and want 430 km EV range, a 405-litre boot and the longer 2,750 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and ventilated power-adjustable front seats for RM3,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Chery O5 RM116,800.
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus has a 201 hp/225 Nm electric motor and 63.2 kWh battery; Chery O5 has a 145 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol motor.
- Range and refuelling hardware: Aion Y Plus has 430 km EV range, 6.6 kW AC and 80 kW DC charging; Chery O5 has a 51-litre petrol 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 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 lane-keeping steering correction.
Y Plus
- 201 hp motor, 63.2 kWh battery and 430 km claimed range.
- 405-litre boot and 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty, plus an eight-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or collision warning where the O5 has all three.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and 17-inch wheels versus the O5's multi-link layout and 18-inch wheels.
O5
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and adaptive cruise control.
- Multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch wheels and 6-way power-adjustable ventilated front seats.
- Dual-zone climate control, powered boot, auto wipers and Sony eight-speaker audio with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- 378-litre boot is 27 litres smaller than the Aion Y Plus' 405 litres.
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Aion Y Plus' eight-year/160,000 km cover.
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
| 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 | — | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 145 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
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Y Plus vs O5 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Chery O5 better?
The Aion Y Plus is better for regular home or public charging, with 430 km claimed range, a 405-litre boot and a longer warranty. The Chery O5 is better equipped for driver assistance, getting autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus is RM3,000 dearer: RM119,800 versus RM116,800 for the Chery O5. The Chery spends its advantage on more active safety and convenience equipment, while the Aion brings the electric powertrain, larger boot and longer wheelbase.
Which is larger and has the bigger boot?
The Aion Y Plus is larger in every quoted exterior measure: 4,535 mm long, 1,870 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall versus 4,400 mm, 1,830 mm and 1,588 mm. Its 405-litre boot also beats the O5's 378 litres.
