Verdict
At RM209,000, the Premium is the rational #1: its 440 km range is 40 km ahead, it weighs 100 kg less and annual road tax is RM260 rather than RM615. The RM249,000 Brabus answers with a second motor, all-wheel drive and 422 hp/543 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h from 6.7 to 3.9 seconds. Both retain the 66 kWh battery, 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging, plus the same cabin and driver-assistance kit. For Malaysian daily use, the RM40,000 premium is hard to justify unless that performance is the point.
Pick the Premium if 440 km range, lower road tax and a RM40,000 saving matter more than sub-four-second acceleration.
Pick the Brabus if you want 422 hp, 543 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Premium RM209,000; Brabus RM249,000.
- Motors and output: Premium one motor, 268 hp and 343 Nm; Brabus two motors, 422 hp and 543 Nm.
- Driveline and acceleration: Premium rear-wheel drive and 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds; Brabus all-wheel drive and 3.9 seconds.
- EV range: Premium 440 km; Brabus 400 km.
- Weight: Premium 1,800 kg; Brabus 1,900 kg.
- Annual road tax: Premium RM260; Brabus RM615.
Premium
- 40 km longer claimed EV range
- 100 kg lighter kerb weight
- Lower annual road tax at RM260
- Single-motor 268 hp and 343 Nm setup is well down on the Brabus
- Rear-wheel drive only
- 0-100 km/h takes 6.7 seconds versus 3.9 seconds
Brabus
- Two motors deliver 422 hp and 543 Nm
- All-wheel drive
- 3.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- 40 km less claimed EV range
- 100 kg heavier
- Annual road tax is RM615, versus RM260
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM209,000✓ | RM249,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260✓ | RM615 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,135/mo✓ | RM2,540/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,682✓ | RM6,722 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,333✓ | RM1,466 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.66✓ | RM7.33 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM36,374✓ | RM44,015 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 3.0 hours | 3.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 30 min | 30 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 422 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 543 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 66 kWh | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | 440 km✓ | 400 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 1,900 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres | 411 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 17 inch | 17 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Rotor Alloy Wheels | 19" Dynamo Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Rotor Alloy Wheels | 19" Dynamo Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | Sport Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, Front and Rear |
| 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, | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| 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 with Seat Ventilation | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat with Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Extended Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Extended Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 13-speaker Beats EQ Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 13-speaker Beats EQ 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. 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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Premium vs Brabus FAQ
Is the smart #1 Premium or smart #1 Brabus better?
The Premium is better for most buyers because it goes 440 km on a charge, costs less to tax and retains the same battery, charging rates and cabin equipment. The Brabus is better only if its 422 hp, all-wheel drive and 3.9-second sprint are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 Brabus costs RM40,000 more than the Premium.
Which smart #1 has the longer range?
The Premium has the longer claimed range at 440 km, compared with 400 km for the Brabus. Both use a 66 kWh battery and support 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
How long does charging take?
The Premium's 66.0 kWh battery takes about 3.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak. The Brabus's 66.0 kWh battery takes about 3.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak.