Subaru Crosstrek vs Suzuki eVitara
Verdict
The Subaru Crosstrek is the bigger C-segment SUV here at RM190,788, with a 1,995 cc boxer petrol engine, 154 hp, 196 Nm and all-wheel drive. The Suzuki eVitara costs RM188,000 and goes fully electric, using one motor with 172 hp, 193 Nm, a 61.1 kWh LFP battery and 426 km of range. The Subaru has the larger boot, dual-zone climate control and stop-and-go adaptive cruise; the Suzuki counters with lower road tax, quicker listed performance and better warranty coverage.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you want all-wheel drive, a petrol powertrain and slightly more boot space in a larger C-segment SUV.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want an EV with 426 km range, lower annual road tax and stronger warranty coverage.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Subaru 1,995 cc petrol boxer, Suzuki single electric motor with 61.1 kWh LFP battery
- Output: Subaru 154 hp and 196 Nm, Suzuki 172 hp and 193 Nm
- Driveline: Subaru all-wheel drive, Suzuki front-wheel drive
- Size: Subaru 4,480 mm long with 2,670 mm wheelbase, Suzuki 4,275 mm long with 2,700 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Subaru 315 litres, Suzuki 306 litres
- Road tax: Subaru RM438 a year, Suzuki RM120 a year
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive versus the Suzuki’s front-wheel drive
- Larger 315-litre boot
- Dual-zone climate control and adaptive cruise control with stop and go
- Costs RM2,788 more
- Higher annual road tax at RM438 versus RM120
- No front parking sensors, while the Suzuki has four
eVitara
- 426 km EV range from a 61.1 kWh LFP battery
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- 5-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty
- Front-wheel drive only, against the Subaru’s all-wheel drive
- Smaller 306-litre boot
- Single-zone climate control and no telescopic steering adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 190,788 | RM 188,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 196 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion | 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 rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | 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 Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 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 |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 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 | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Crosstrek vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Subaru Crosstrek is better if you want all-wheel drive and petrol convenience. The Suzuki eVitara is better if you want EV running, 426 km range, lower road tax and stronger warranty coverage.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM2,788 more than the Suzuki eVitara.
Which has more boot space?
The Subaru Crosstrek has the larger boot at 315 litres, while the Suzuki eVitara has 306 litres. The gap is only 9 litres, so cabin packaging and seat-folding flexibility may matter more.