iCaur V23 vs Suzuki Swift Sport
Verdict
At RM119,800 versus RM130,900, the iCaur V23 is the larger, cheaper electric SUV: 4,220 mm long, 1,915 mm wide, with a 59.93 kWh LFP battery and 360 km range. It also has more driver assist on paper. The Suzuki Swift Sport is the quick, light hatchback: 970 kg, 140 hp/230 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds and 205 km/h flat out. The V23’s 11.0-second sprint, four seats and 234-litre boot make it less practical and less lively, despite its SUV footprint.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want a larger electric SUV with 360 km range, more listed driver assistance and a longer 7-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you want the lighter, faster petrol hatch with five seats, a 265-litre boot and 8.0-second performance.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM119,800; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900
- Powertrain: iCaur V23 134 hp/180 Nm electric motor; Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 turbo petrol with 140 hp/230 Nm
- Acceleration/top speed: iCaur V23 0-100 km/h in 11.0 sec, 140 km/h; Suzuki Swift Sport 8.0 sec, 205 km/h
- Size/weight: iCaur V23 4,220/1,915/1,845 mm and 1,820 kg; Suzuki Swift Sport 3,890/1,735/1,495 mm and 970 kg
- Seats/boot: iCaur V23 4 seats and 234 litres; Suzuki Swift Sport 5 seats and 265 litres
- Warranty: iCaur V23 7 years/150,000 km; Suzuki Swift Sport 3 years/100,000 km
V23
- Cheaper to buy, with a 59.93 kWh LFP battery and 360 km EV range
- Bigger body and longer 2,735 mm wheelbase
- Has adaptive cruise control and AEB; the Swift Sport gets passive cruise control and no AEB
- Much slower: 0-100 km/h in 11.0 sec versus 8.0 sec
- Only four seats and 234 litres of boot space versus five seats and 265 litres
- Lower top speed: 140 km/h versus 205 km/h
Swift Sport
- Quicker and much lighter: 0-100 km/h in 8.0 sec, kerb weight 970 kg
- Five seats and a larger 265-litre boot
- Gets paddle shifters; the iCaur V23 has none
- Costs RM11,100 more
- Shorter warranty: 3 years/100,000 km versus 7 years/150,000 km
- Lacks AEB and blind spot info found on the iCaur V23
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 119,800✓ | RM 130,900 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 140 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11 seconds | 8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R19 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R19 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| 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, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 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 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 70 | 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.
V23 vs Swift Sport FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The Suzuki Swift Sport is better for driving pace and everyday seating. The iCaur V23 is better if you want an electric SUV, longer warranty and more driver assistance. For keen drivers, pick the Swift Sport.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 is RM11,100 cheaper than the Suzuki Swift Sport.
Which is faster, the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Swift Sport?
The Suzuki Swift Sport is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds and reaches 205 km/h, while the iCaur V23 takes 11.0 seconds and tops out at 140 km/h.