Verdict
The iCaur 03 costs RM119,740, RM5,940 more than the RM113,800 Nissan Kicks e-Power, but it brings a 65.69-kWh battery, 426 km EV range and 80-kW DC charging rather than petrol-backed operation. It is also roomier on paper, with a 2,715-mm wheelbase and 450-litre boot. The Kicks counters with a quicker 9.5-second century sprint, 280 Nm and seven airbags. For Malaysian buyers with reliable charging, the iCaur’s EV range and far richer cabin kit justify the gap; choose the Nissan if petrol refuelling flexibility matters more.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you can charge at home or work and want 426 km of EV range, a 450-litre boot and substantially more driver-assistance and cabin equipment.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you want the lower entry price, a 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time, 280 Nm and petrol refuelling backed by a 41-litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur 03 RM119,740; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Powertrain: iCaur 03 has a 181-hp, 220-Nm motor and 65.69-kWh battery; Nissan Kicks e-Power has a 136-hp, 280-Nm motor, 1.2-litre petrol engine and 2.
- 0-100 km/h: iCaur 03 10.5 seconds; Nissan Kicks e-Power 9.5 seconds.
- EV range: iCaur 03 426 km; Nissan Kicks e-Power has no stated EV range.
- Boot space: iCaur 03 450 litres; Nissan Kicks e-Power 423 litres.
- Safety equipment: iCaur 03 has six airbags, blind-spot information and lane-keeping steering correction; Nissan Kicks e-Power has seven airbags but no…
03
- 426 km EV range from a 65.69-kWh battery, plus 80-kW DC charging.
- 450-litre boot and 2,715-mm wheelbase.
- Blind-spot information, lane-keeping steering correction, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree monitor.
- Costs RM5,940 more.
- Its 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time is one second slower.
- Six airbags versus the Nissan Kicks e-Power’s seven.
Kicks e-Power
- RM5,940 lower purchase price and RM85 annual road tax.
- Quicker 9.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration with 280 Nm motor torque.
- Seven airbags and a 41-litre petrol tank.
- 423-litre boot is 27 litres smaller.
- No blind-spot information system or lane-keeping assist.
- Manual front seats, single-zone air-con and a 7-inch touchscreen versus the iCaur 03’s powered ventilated seats, dual-zone climate control and 15.6-inch screen.
What the 03 has over the Kicks e-Power
What the Kicks e-Power has over the 03
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 03 is 97 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 | RM119,740 | RM113,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,220/mo | RM1,160/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,361 | RM3,207✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,370 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.85 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,356 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 10.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 82 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 103 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh✓ | 2.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 426 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h✓ | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Weight | 1,775 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| 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 |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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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03 vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The iCaur 03 is the better choice for drivers able to charge regularly, thanks to its 426 km EV range, larger boot and stronger equipment list. The Nissan Kicks e-Power suits buyers who prefer petrol refuelling, quicker acceleration and an extra airbag.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM5,940 more than the Nissan Kicks e-Power. That gap brings a 65.69-kWh battery, 426 km stated EV range, 80-kW DC charging, a larger boot and more convenience equipment.
Which is better for carrying luggage and passengers?
The iCaur 03 has the larger boot at 450 litres versus 423 litres, and its wheelbase is 2,715 mm versus 2,673 mm. It is also wider and taller, at 1,910 mm and 1,715 mm against 1,813 mm and 1,610 mm.
How long does charging take?
The 03's 65.7 kWh battery takes about 10.0 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 03 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Kicks e-Power is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The 03 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Kicks e-Power. 03: Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health. Kicks e-Power: 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery.