Verdict
At RM158,900, the Suzuki Jimny costs RM49,988 less than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, and its annual road tax is RM120 against RM260. The Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive with low range, 3,480 mm length and full-size spare suit narrow trails and remote trips. But the EX30 is the far more practical road car: its 268 hp motor, 476 km EV range, five seats and 318-litre boot answer the Jimny’s 100 hp, four-seat, 85-litre limits. Charging access is the deciding factor for Malaysian buyers.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if low-range four-wheel drive, a 3,480 mm footprint and a full-size spare matter more than passenger room, boot space and EV performance.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you can charge regularly and want 268 hp, a 476 km range, five seats and a 318-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Jimny RM158,900; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Power: Suzuki Jimny 100 hp and 130 Nm; Volvo EX30 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Driveline: Suzuki Jimny part-time all-wheel drive with low range; Volvo EX30 rear-wheel drive.
- Size and boot: Suzuki Jimny is 3,480 mm long with an 85-litre boot; Volvo EX30 is 4,223 mm long with a 318-litre boot.
- Seating and doors: Suzuki Jimny has three doors and four seats; Volvo EX30 has five doors and five seats.
- Charging: Suzuki Jimny uses petrol; Volvo EX30 has 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Short 3,480 mm body for tight spaces.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre.
- Only three doors and four seats, versus the EX30’s five doors and five seats.
- 85-litre boot trails the EX30’s 318 litres.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm are well below the EX30’s 268 hp and 343 Nm.
EX30
- 268 hp motor and 343 Nm torque.
- 476 km EV range with 175 kW DC charging.
- 318-litre boot, five seats and five doors.
- Rear-wheel drive lacks the Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
- Tyre repair kit replaces the Jimny’s full-size spare wheel.
- At 4,223 mm long and 1,837 mm wide, it is 743 mm longer and 192 mm wider than the Jimny.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM158,900✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | — |
| Torque | 130 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 74 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 154 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,480 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,645 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,250 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,435 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 85 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/80R15 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/80R15 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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Jimny vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Suzuki Jimny or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is better for daily use, carrying people and luggage, and outright pace, with five seats, a 318-litre boot and 268 hp. Choose the Suzuki Jimny for its low-range four-wheel-drive hardware, smaller body and full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM49,988 more than the Suzuki Jimny. Its yearly road tax is also RM260, compared with RM120 for the Jimny.
Which is better for rough tracks?
The Suzuki Jimny is the clear choice. It has part-time four-wheel drive with low range, solid axles with coil springs, all-terrain tyres and a full-size spare. The EX30 is rear-wheel drive and carries only a tyre repair kit.