Verdict
At RM188,648, the Mazda 6 Grand Touring is just RM648 above the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara, but they answer very different Malaysian needs. The Mazda is a 4,800-mm D-segment wagon with a 522-litre boot, 185 hp and an 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The eVitara is the easier urban fit at 4,275 mm long, with a 61.1-kWh battery, 426 km range and RM120 annual road tax versus RM868. Choose the Suzuki for EV running and active safety; choose the Mazda for space, speed and long-distance cabin comfort.
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you need its 522-litre boot, 525 mm longer body and quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want 426 km of electric range, RM120 annual road tax and autonomous braking with adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM188,648; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Powertrain: Mazda 2,488-cc petrol engine with 185 hp and 250 Nm; Suzuki one electric motor with 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Performance: Mazda 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and 218 km/h; Suzuki 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Size and boot: Mazda 4,800 mm long with 522 litres; Suzuki 4,275 mm long with 306 litres.
- Energy and road tax: Mazda has a 62-litre petrol tank and RM868 yearly road tax; Suzuki has a 61.1-kWh battery, 426 km range and RM120 yearly road tax.
- Driver assistance: Mazda has passive cruise control and no autonomous braking; Suzuki has adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
6 Grand Touring
- 522-litre boot, 216 litres larger than the Suzuki's.
- Quicker 8.2-second century sprint and 218 km/h top speed.
- Dual-zone climate control, rear air vents and 11-speaker audio.
- RM868 annual road tax versus RM120.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or collision warning.
- No 360-degree camera or adaptive cruise control.
eVitara
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km claimed range.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- 360-degree camera, wireless phone charger and rear USB ports.
- 306-litre boot is 216 litres smaller than the Mazda's 522 litres.
- Slower 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 150 km/h top speed.
- Single-zone climate control and no rear air vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,648 | RM188,000✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM868 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 185 hp | — |
| Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 218 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,506 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 522 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Front, tilt and slide | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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6 Grand Touring vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Mazda 6 Grand Touring or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Suzuki eVitara is better for an EV buyer who prioritises 426 km range, low RM120 road tax and active safety aids. The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is better for carrying luggage and covering distance with its 522-litre boot, 185 hp and 218 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring costs RM648 more than the Suzuki eVitara. That is a small purchase-price gap, while annual road tax differs far more: RM868 for the Mazda and RM120 for the Suzuki.
Which has more luggage space?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring has the larger boot at 522 litres, compared with 306 litres in the Suzuki eVitara. Its wagon body is also 525 mm longer, at 4,800 mm versus 4,275 mm.