Verdict
At RM119,800, the iCaur 03 costs RM2,609 less than the CX-30 yet brings a 65.69 kWh battery, 355 km range and RM140 annual road tax. It is the better-equipped choice for an owner able to charge, with adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and ventilated powered front seats. The Mazda counters with a 430-litre boot, 166 litres more than the iCaur, plus a 196 km/h top speed. Its 6.4 L/100 km rating gives petrol buyers a clear consumption figure, but the RM439 road tax and fewer driver-assistance features blunt its case.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you can charge regularly and want lower road tax, 355 km EV range and substantially more standard convenience and safety equipment.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if a 430-litre boot, petrol running and a 196 km/h top speed matter more than EV range and equipment.
Key differences
- Power output: iCaur 03 has a 181 hp motor; Mazda CX-30 has a 162 hp 1,998 cc petrol engine.
- Torque: iCaur 03 produces 220 Nm; Mazda CX-30 produces 213 Nm.
- Boot space: iCaur 03 has 264 litres; Mazda CX-30 has 430 litres.
- Top speed: iCaur 03 reaches 150 km/h; Mazda CX-30 reaches 196 km/h.
- Annual road tax: iCaur 03 costs RM140; Mazda CX-30 costs RM439.
- Manufacturer warranty: iCaur 03 gets seven years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-30 gets five years/100,000 km.
03
- 355 km EV range from a 65.69 kWh battery
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
- Powered ventilated front seats, 360-degree camera and 15.6-inch touchscreen
- 264-litre boot is 166 litres smaller than the Mazda CX-30's
- 150 km/h top speed trails the Mazda CX-30's 196 km/h
CX-30
- 430-litre boot is markedly larger
- 196 km/h top speed
- Driver's knee airbag and 51-litre fuel tank
- RM2,609 higher purchase price and RM299 higher annual road tax
- No blind spot information system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- Manual front-seat adjustment and no rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 162 hp |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 355 km | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 264 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 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.
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03 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The iCaur 03 is the stronger pick for EV running costs, active safety and cabin equipment. Choose the Mazda CX-30 if you need its much larger 430-litre boot and prefer a petrol SUV.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 is RM2,609 cheaper: RM119,800 versus RM122,409 for the Mazda CX-30.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Mazda CX-30 has the bigger boot at 430 litres, compared with 264 litres in the iCaur 03. That is a 166-litre advantage for the Mazda.