Verdict
The Suzuki eVitara is the sharper buy for Malaysian buyers: it costs RM188,000, RM10,000 below the Toyota Urban Cruiser, yet both deliver 172 hp, 193 Nm, a 61.1-kWh battery and 426 km of range. Their 67-kW DC charging, 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time, 306-litre boot and 2,700-mm wheelbase are also identical. The Toyota earns its extra with a sliding rear bench, telescopic steering and an eight-year/unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty. But the Suzuki counters with more comprehensive powered front-seat adjustment and remote boot opening.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if RM10,000 saved, a 10-way memory driver’s seat, four-way powered passenger seat and remote boot operation matter more than rear-seat sliding and unlimited-mileage battery cover.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want the sliding 40:20:40 rear bench, telescopic steering adjustment and eight-year/unlimited-mileage warranty for the battery, inverter and PCU.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki eVitara RM188,000; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000.
- Length: Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 4,285 mm.
- Driver’s seat adjustment: Suzuki eVitara 10-way power with memory; Toyota Urban Cruiser eight-way power.
- Passenger seat adjustment: Suzuki eVitara four-way power; Toyota Urban Cruiser manual adjustment.
- Rear seats: Suzuki eVitara 40:20:40 split-folding; Toyota Urban Cruiser 40:20:40 split-folding and sliding.
- Battery warranty: Suzuki eVitara eight years/160,000 km; Toyota Urban Cruiser eight years/unlimited mileage for battery, inverter and PCU.
eVitara
- RM10,000 lower purchase price
- 10-way memory driver’s seat plus powered passenger seat
- Remote-control boot opening
- No telescopic steering adjustment
- Rear bench does not slide
- Battery warranty is capped at 160,000 km
Urban Cruiser
- Sliding 40:20:40 rear bench
- Telescopic steering adjustment
- Eight-year/unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty
- RM10,000 more expensive
- Driver’s seat has two fewer power adjustments and no memory function
- Manual passenger-seat adjustment and manual boot operation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,000✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 193 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 61.1 kWh | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 426 km | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 67 kW | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,275 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,788 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 306 litres | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | MRF Wanderer Ecotred | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | India (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Front Sunroof | 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 and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL 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 Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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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eVitara vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the Suzuki eVitara or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The Suzuki eVitara is the better value choice because it is RM10,000 cheaper with identical 172-hp output, 61.1-kWh battery, 426-km range and 67-kW DC charging. Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser for its sliding rear seats, telescopic steering and unlimited-mileage battery-system warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser costs RM10,000 more than the Suzuki eVitara: RM198,000 versus RM188,000.
Do the Suzuki eVitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser have different range or charging speeds?
No. Both have a 61.1-kWh battery, claimed 426-km EV range, 7-kW AC charging and 67-kW DC charging. Their 172 hp, 193 Nm and 8.7-second 0-100 km/h figures are identical too.