Verdict
The RM19,000-cheaper smart #1 is the stronger all-round Malaysian buy if you value performance and everyday practicality: its 268 hp, 343 Nm rear motor cuts 0-100 km/h to 6.7 seconds, while the 411-litre boot and 2,750 mm wheelbase also beat the Suzuki. Its 49 kWh battery manages 315 km, however, versus the eVitara’s 61.1 kWh and 426 km. The Suzuki is the range-first choice, but its 67 kW DC limit is less than half the smart’s 150 kW, and its 172 hp takes 8.7 seconds to 100 km/h.
Pick the smart #1 if you want 268 hp performance, 150 kW DC charging and a 411-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if a 426 km EV range and lower RM120 annual road tax matter more than pace and rapid-charging speed.
Key differences
- Price: smart #1 RM169,000; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Motor output: smart #1 268 hp and 343 Nm; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Battery and range: smart #1 49 kWh and 315 km; Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- DC charging: smart #1 150 kW; Suzuki eVitara 67 kW.
- Performance: smart #1 reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and tops out at 180 km/h; Suzuki eVitara takes 8.7 seconds and reaches 150 km/h.
- Boot space: smart #1 411 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
#1
- RM19,000 lower purchase price
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 150 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L and 411-litre boot
- 315 km range trails the eVitara's 426 km
- RM260 annual road tax versus RM120
- Four-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
eVitara
- 426 km range from a 61.1 kWh battery
- RM120 annual road tax
- Five-year manufacturer warranty
- 172 hp and 193 Nm trail the smart #1's 268 hp and 343 Nm
- 67 kW DC charging is far below the smart #1's 150 kW
- 306-litre boot is 105 litres smaller than the smart #1's
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,000✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 315 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 200,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 8 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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#1 vs eVitara FAQ
Is the smart #1 or Suzuki eVitara better?
The smart #1 is better for performance, charging speed, boot space and purchase price. The Suzuki eVitara is better for outright range, returning 426 km against 315 km, and has lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM19,000 more than the smart #1: RM188,000 versus RM169,000.
Which has the better range and charging capability?
The Suzuki eVitara has the longer 426 km range from its 61.1 kWh battery. The smart #1 charges faster on DC at 150 kW versus 67 kW, and also has 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.