Verdict
At RM119,800, the Aion Y Plus undercuts the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30 by RM2,609 and brings a 63.2-kWh battery, 430-km claimed range and 201-hp motor. It is also 140 mm longer, 75 mm wider and 95 mm taller, with a 95-mm longer wheelbase, yet its boot is 25 litres smaller. The Mazda answers with a 162-hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, 6.4 L/100 km rated economy, seven airbags and a powered tailgate. Choose around your charging access: the Aion makes more sense if home or workplace charging is routine.
Pick the Aion Y Plus if you can charge regularly and want 430 km of EV range, a 201-hp motor, more cabin footprint and an eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you need petrol refuelling flexibility, a 430-litre boot, seven airbags and a powered tailgate.
Key differences
- Price: Aion Y Plus RM119,800; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409
- Powertrain: Aion Y Plus 201 hp/225 Nm electric motor; Mazda CX-30 162 hp/213 Nm 2.0L petrol engine
- Energy use: Aion Y Plus 63.2-kWh battery and 430-km range; Mazda CX-30 rated at 6.4 L/100 km with a 51-litre tank
- Size: Aion Y Plus 4,535 mm long and 2,750 mm wheelbase; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm and 2,655 mm
- Boot space: Aion Y Plus 405 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres
- Airbags: Aion Y Plus six; Mazda CX-30 seven
Y Plus
- 430-km claimed range from a 63.2-kWh battery
- 201 hp motor and 225 Nm torque
- Eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty
- 405-litre boot is 25 litres smaller
- Six airbags versus the Mazda's seven
- Manual tailgate versus Mazda's powered tailgate
CX-30
- 430-litre boot
- Seven airbags, including a driver's knee airbag
- Powered tailgate and head-up display
- RM2,609 dearer
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM160
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter
What the Y Plus has over the CX-30
What the CX-30 has over the Y Plus
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Y Plus's wheelbase is 95 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Y Plus is 75 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM439 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo✓ | RM1,250/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,363✓ | RM3,496 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,306✓ | RM2,547 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.53✓ | RM12.74 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,143✓ | RM32,411 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.6 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 405 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 14 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Six-Speaker Bongiovi Sound System | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 200,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Y Plus vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Aion Y Plus or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Aion Y Plus is the better fit for drivers with regular charging, delivering a 430-km claimed range, 201 hp and more exterior space. The Mazda CX-30 is better for petrol convenience, a 430-litre boot and seven airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Aion Y Plus is RM2,609 cheaper than the Mazda CX-30. Its lower annual road tax also helps: RM160 versus RM439.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Aion Y Plus has the longer vehicle warranty at eight years or 160,000 km, plus an eight-year/200,000-km battery warranty. The Mazda CX-30 has a five-year/100,000-km warranty with free service.
How long does charging take?
The Y Plus's 63.2 kWh battery takes about 9.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The CX-30 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Y Plus is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.