Verdict
At RM269,888, the Maxus MIFA 9 undercuts the RM281,073 Xpeng X9 by RM11,185 and brings a far larger 1,010-litre boot plus a 3,200-mm wheelbase. But the X9’s extra spend buys 315 hp and 450 Nm, a 535-km range, and 537-kW DC charging against 241 hp, 350 Nm, 435 km and 120 kW. For Malaysian long-distance family use, that charging and range advantage is substantial; the MIFA 9 makes more sense if luggage room and lower annual road tax matter more.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you want the lower RM269,888 entry price, a 1,010-litre boot and RM220 annual road tax.
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you want 535 km of range, 537-kW DC charging and far more second-row comfort equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- EV range: Maxus MIFA 9 435 km; Xpeng X9 535 km.
- DC charging: Maxus MIFA 9 120 kW; Xpeng X9 537 kW.
- Motor output: Maxus MIFA 9 241 hp/350 Nm; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm.
- Boot space: Maxus MIFA 9 1,010 litres; Xpeng X9 721 litres.
- Annual road tax: Maxus MIFA 9 RM220; Xpeng X9 RM365.
MIFA 9
- 1,010-litre boot, versus 721 litres.
- Longer 3,200-mm wheelbase.
- RM11,185 less expensive and RM145 less annual road tax.
- 435-km range trails the X9’s 535 km.
- 120-kW DC charging is far below the X9’s 537 kW.
- 241 hp and 350 Nm make it slower to 100 km/h: 9.2 seconds versus 8.2 seconds.
X9
- 535-km range and 537-kW DC charging.
- 315 hp, 450 Nm and an 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Air suspension, rear-axle steering and 14-way ventilated second-row captain seats.
- 721-litre boot is 289 litres smaller than the MIFA 9’s.
- Costs RM11,185 more, with RM365 annual road tax versus RM220.
- Shorter 3,160-mm wheelbase than the MIFA 9’s 3,200 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,888✓ | RM281,073 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM365 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 241 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 435 km | 535 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | 537 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,270 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 3,095 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 1,010 litres✓ | 721 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three Point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger and outer two second row seats | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED Tail Lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Sliding and Folding Second Row | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Yes | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Sliding Doors | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery 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 MIFA 9 & X9 for sale
MIFA 9 vs X9 FAQ
Is the Maxus MIFA 9 or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is the more capable EV, with 100 km more range, 417 kW more DC charging capacity and stronger performance. Choose the Maxus MIFA 9 instead if its 1,010-litre boot and lower purchase and road-tax costs are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM11,185 more than the Maxus MIFA 9. It also carries RM145 more annual road tax: RM365 against RM220.
Which MPV has the better rear-passenger specification?
The Xpeng X9 has the richer rear cabin, with 14-way ventilated second-row captain seats, triple-zone climate control, rear window shades and a 27-speaker sound system. The MIFA 9 has sliding and folding second-row seats plus rear vents with blower control.
