GAC Emkoo vs iCaur V23
Verdict
The GAC Emkoo is the more family-shaped SUV here: for RM123,800 against the iCaur V23’s RM119,800, the RM4,000 gap buys a bigger C-segment body, five seats instead of four, 638 litres of boot space instead of 234, rear air vents and a 360-degree camera. It is also quicker, with 175 hp/270 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. The iCaur counters as the cheaper EV, with a 59.93 kWh LFP battery, 360 km range, lower RM70 road tax and a longer 7-year vehicle warranty.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you need the bigger, quicker five-seat SUV with far more boot space and better rear-cabin practicality.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want an electric SUV with 360 km range, lower road tax and the longer vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; iCaur V23 RM119,800
- Powertrain output: GAC Emkoo 1.5 turbo petrol 175 hp/270 Nm; iCaur V23 single motor 134 hp/180 Nm
- Performance: GAC Emkoo 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and 190 km/h; iCaur V23 11 seconds and 140 km/h
- Practicality: GAC Emkoo 5 seats and 638-litre boot; iCaur V23 4 seats and 234-litre boot
- Energy supply: GAC Emkoo 55-litre petrol tank; iCaur V23 59.93 kWh LFP battery with 360 km EV range
- Warranty and road tax: GAC Emkoo 5 years/150,000 km and RM120/year; iCaur V23 7 years/150,000 km and RM70/year
Emkoo
- Five seats and a 638-litre boot make it the easier family hauler.
- Quicker on paper, with 175 hp, 270 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds.
- Adds rear AC vents, a powered boot and a 360-degree view monitor.
- Costs RM4,000 more than the iCaur V23.
- Shorter vehicle warranty: 5 years versus 7 years.
- Smaller 10.1-inch touchscreen and no built-in navigation listed.
V23
- Cheaper to buy, with lower RM70 yearly road tax.
- EV hardware is clearly defined: 59.93 kWh LFP battery, 360 km range and 85 kW DC charging.
- Longer 7-year vehicle warranty, plus 8 years/160,000 km for the battery, drive unit and high-voltage components.
- Much smaller boot: 234 litres versus the GAC Emkoo’s 638 litres.
- Four seats only, while the GAC Emkoo seats five.
- Slower, with 0-100 km/h in 11 seconds and a 140 km/h top speed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800 | RM 119,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | — |
| Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.93 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 360 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 85 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds✓ | 11 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,820 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres✓ | 234 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 255/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 255/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | 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 | Powered Boot | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 70✓ |
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.
Emkoo vs V23 FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or iCaur V23 better?
For family use, the GAC Emkoo is better: it has five seats, a 638-litre boot, rear air vents and stronger performance. The iCaur V23 is better if you specifically want an EV with 360 km range and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800, while the iCaur V23 costs RM119,800. That makes the GAC RM4,000 more expensive.
Which one has more space?
The GAC Emkoo has the clear space advantage. It is longer at 4,680 mm versus 4,220 mm, seats five instead of four, and has 638 litres of boot space against the iCaur V23’s 234 litres.