Verdict
At RM269,888, the Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury is the sharper buy for most Malaysian families. The RM20,000 gap to the RM289,888 Premium does not change the 241 hp/350 Nm front-mounted motor, 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging, seven-seat layout or safety kit. Premium money buys a 12-speaker JBL sound system and a run-flat spare solution, but the Luxury actually claims 435 km against 430 km. Unless better audio and added puncture reassurance matter greatly, save the RM20,000.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury if you want the same 241 hp, 350 Nm and 435 km claimed range for RM20,000 less.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 Premium if its 12-speaker JBL system and run-flat tyre are worth RM20,000 to you.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury RM269,888; Maxus MIFA 9 Premium RM289,888.
- EV range: Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury 435 km; Maxus MIFA 9 Premium 430 km.
- Spare tyre provision: Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury tyre repair kit; Maxus MIFA 9 Premium run-flat.
- Audio: Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury 8-speaker system; Maxus MIFA 9 Premium 12-speaker JBL system.
Luxury
- RM20,000 less expensive.
- 435 km claimed EV range, 5 km ahead.
- Same 241 hp and 350 Nm as Premium.
- 8-speaker audio versus Premium's 12-speaker JBL system.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a run-flat tyre.
Premium
- 12-speaker JBL sound system.
- Run-flat tyre provision.
- Same 241 hp and 350 Nm as Luxury.
- Costs RM20,000 more.
- 430 km claimed EV range is 5 km lower than Luxury's 435 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,888✓ | RM289,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220 | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 241 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| EV Range | 435 km✓ | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | 120 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 | 9.2 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,270 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | 3,095 kg | 3,095 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 1,010 litres | 1,010 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Run-flat |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 front passenger and outer two second 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 Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED Tail Lights | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | Sliding and Folding Second Row | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 12-speaker JBL sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| 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 |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Sliding Doors | Powered Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty | 8-year/200,000 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.
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Luxury vs Premium FAQ
Is the Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury or Maxus MIFA 9 Premium better?
The Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury is better value: it retains the same 241 hp motor, 350 Nm, charging rates, seven seats and safety equipment, while claiming 435 km range. Choose Premium only for JBL audio and a run-flat tyre.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus MIFA 9 Premium costs RM20,000 more than the Luxury: RM289,888 versus RM269,888.
Does the Maxus MIFA 9 Premium have more range?
No. The Maxus MIFA 9 Luxury claims 435 km, while the Premium claims 430 km. Both use a single 241 hp, 350 Nm front-wheel-drive motor and support 11 kW AC or 120 kW DC charging.
