Verdict
The Bingo has a 47% bigger boot, the Swift is 29% more powerful, while the Swift is about 14% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the Swift has over the Bingo
What the Bingo has over the Swift
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Bingo's wheelbase is 130 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the Bingo: 395 litres against 210.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM58,227✓ | RM67,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM20✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM595/mo✓ | RM690/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM1,762✓ | RM2,011 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,038 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM5.19 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM15,345 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 4.6 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 45 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,372 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 130 Nm at 4,400 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 67 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,850 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,000 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains) |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual air-con | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Front Cabin Light | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor 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. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). 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 October 2026.
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Swift vs Bingo FAQ
How long does charging take?
The Bingo's 31.9 kWh battery takes about 4.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 45 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 50 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The Bingo carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 3 years for the Swift. Bingo: 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty.