Verdict
The Proton X90 is the stronger family-workhorse choice here. It costs RM12,550 less at RM106,800, yet its 1.5-litre turbo makes 178 hp and 290 Nm against the Jetour VT9’s 154 hp and 230 Nm. More importantly for seven-up use, the X90 has a 257-litre boot versus 89 litres, plus a 2,805-mm wheelbase to the VT9’s 2,720 mm. The VT9 counters with 19-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty, but the X90’s extra space, power and six airbags are harder to ignore.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you value its 360-degree camera, powered driver’s seat, LED projector headlamps and seven-year/150,000-km warranty more than outright cabin and luggage space.
Pick the Proton X90 if you want lower entry cost, 178 hp and 290 Nm, six airbags and a far more usable 257-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Proton X90 RM106,800
- Output: Jetour VT9 154 hp/230 Nm; Proton X90 178 hp/290 Nm
- Boot space: Jetour VT9 89 litres; Proton X90 257 litres
- Wheelbase: Jetour VT9 2,720 mm; Proton X90 2,805 mm
- Airbags: Jetour VT9 4; Proton X90 6
- Warranty: Jetour VT9 7 years/150,000 km; Proton X90 5 years/unlimited mileage
VT9
- Seven-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- 360-degree surround-view camera and powered boot
- 19-inch alloys, LED projector headlamps and powered driver’s seat
- Costs RM12,550 more
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the X90’s 178 hp and 290 Nm
- 89-litre boot and four airbags lose to 257 litres and six airbags
X90
- RM12,550 lower price with 178 hp and 290 Nm
- 257-litre boot and 2,805-mm wheelbase
- Six airbags, dual-zone climate control and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Five-year warranty is shorter than the VT9’s seven years
- Reverse camera lacks the VT9’s 360-degree view
- Manual front-seat adjustment versus the VT9’s powered driver’s seat
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 257 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | Giti Control P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear | 1 Front, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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 VT9 & X90 for sale
VT9 vs X90 FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Proton X90 better?
The Proton X90 is the better all-round seven-seat buy: it is RM12,550 cheaper, makes 24 hp and 60 Nm more, has six airbags and carries 257 litres behind the third row. Choose the VT9 for its longer warranty and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350 and the Proton X90 costs RM106,800, so the VT9 is RM12,550 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot, the Jetour VT9 or Proton X90?
The Proton X90 has the bigger boot at 257 litres, compared with 89 litres in the Jetour VT9. That is a 168-litre advantage for the X90 with all seven seats in use.
