iCaur 03 vs Neta Neta X
Verdict
At RM119,800 for the iCaur 03 and RM119,900 for the Neta Neta X, price is effectively a dead heat. The iCaur 03 gets the stronger single motor, with 181 hp against 160 hp, rear-wheel drive, a larger 65.7 kWh battery, AEB and a seven-year warranty. But the Neta Neta X turns the numbers around where daily use often bites: 401 km range versus 355 km, a 508-litre boot versus 264 litres, and a longer 2,770 mm wheelbase. It is the more practical EV; the iCaur is the better-driver-spec one.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you want more power, rear-wheel drive, AEB and the longer seven-year warranty.
Pick the Neta Neta X if range, boot space and a longer wheelbase matter more than power.
Key differences
- Power: iCaur 03 181 hp, Neta Neta X 160 hp
- Driven wheels: iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive, Neta Neta X front-wheel drive
- Battery and range: iCaur 03 65.7 kWh/355 km, Neta Neta X 52.5 kWh/401 km
- Size: iCaur 03 4,406 mm long/2,715 mm wheelbase, Neta Neta X 4,619 mm long/2,770 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: iCaur 03 264 litres, Neta Neta X 508 litres
- Warranty and road tax: iCaur 03 seven years/RM140, Neta Neta X five years/RM100
03
- Stronger 181 hp motor
- Rear-wheel drive
- AEB and seven-year warranty
- Shorter 355 km EV range
- Much smaller 264-litre boot
- Higher RM140 annual road tax
Neta X
- Longer 401 km EV range
- Large 508-litre boot
- Longer 2,770 mm wheelbase
- Lower 160 hp output
- AEB not listed
- Shorter five-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 119,800✓ | RM 119,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm✓ | 210 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh✓ | 52.49 kWh |
| EV Range | 355 km | 401 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,619 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,770 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 264 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76 | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Powered Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Navigation, Voice Control, Online Music Streaming and Apple CarPlay with 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 140 | RM 100✓ |
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.
03 vs Neta X FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or Neta Neta X better?
The iCaur 03 is better if you want power, rear-wheel drive, AEB and a longer warranty. The Neta Neta X is better for range and luggage space, with 401 km and a 508-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The gap is only RM100, with the Neta Neta X costing more. At this level, the decision should be based on range, boot space, power, warranty and AEB rather than price.
Which has more space for family use?
The Neta Neta X has the clearer space advantage on paper: 4,619 mm length, 2,770 mm wheelbase and 508 litres of boot space, versus 4,406 mm, 2,715 mm and 264 litres for the iCaur 03.