Verdict
At RM132,780, the iCaur V23 undercuts the RM158,900 Suzuki Jimny by RM26,120 while bringing a 208 hp, 292 Nm dual-motor AWD powertrain, 430 km EV range and a far more useful 234-litre boot. Its 2,735 mm wheelbase and five doors also suit four occupants better than the Jimny’s 2,250 mm wheelbase and three-door body. The Jimny counters with part-time four-wheel drive and low range, plus a full-size spare, but its 85-litre boot is tiny. For Malaysian daily use, the V23 is the easier recommendation; choose the Suzuki for its low-range drivetrain.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want the lower RM132,780 price, five doors, 430 km electric range and 234 litres of luggage room.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if part-time four-wheel drive with low range and a full-size spare matter more than cabin access, boot space and EV performance.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Powertrain: iCaur V23 has two motors producing 208 hp and 292 Nm; Suzuki Jimny has a 1,462 cc petrol engine producing 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- Range/economy: iCaur V23 has a 430 km EV range; Suzuki Jimny is rated at 6.8 L/100 km.
- Boot space: iCaur V23 234 litres; Suzuki Jimny 85 litres.
- Access: iCaur V23 has five doors; Suzuki Jimny has three doors.
- Drivetrain hardware: iCaur V23 has all-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny has part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
V23
- RM26,120 cheaper than the Jimny.
- 208 hp and 292 Nm dual-motor AWD.
- Five doors and a 234-litre boot.
- Heavier at 1,820 kg versus the Jimny’s 1,435 kg.
- Annual road tax is RM180 versus RM120.
- No low-range four-wheel-drive system is listed.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare wheel.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax.
- Costs RM26,120 more than the V23.
- Only three doors and an 85-litre boot.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the V23’s 208 hp and 292 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | — |
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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V23 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The iCaur V23 is better for everyday Malaysian use: it costs less, has five doors, a 234-litre boot and 430 km of EV range. The Jimny is the choice only if its part-time four-wheel drive with low range is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Jimny costs RM26,120 more than the iCaur V23: RM158,900 against RM132,780.
Which has more luggage space?
The iCaur V23 has 234 litres of boot space, which is 149 litres more than the Suzuki Jimny’s 85 litres. Both seat four, but the V23 also has five doors to the Jimny’s three.