Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 is RM2,940 cheaper and brings a 145 hp, 230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol setup with a 51-litre tank. The RM119,740 iCaur 03 changes the ownership brief: its 181 hp rear motor, 65.69 kWh battery and 426 km stated range suit buyers ready to charge at home or on the road. It is also 85 mm longer in wheelbase and carries 450 litres of luggage against the O5’s 378 litres. Both get six airbags, ADAS and a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, but the iCaur adds 10-year/200,000 km battery and drive-unit cover.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want the lower upfront price, a 51-litre petrol tank, front foglamps and a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you can charge an EV and want 426 km of stated range, a 450-litre boot and a longer 2,715 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; iCaur 03 RM119,740.
- Power output: Chery O5 145 hp and 230 Nm; iCaur 03 181 hp and 220 Nm.
- Driveline: Chery O5 front-wheel drive; iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase: Chery O5 2,630 mm; iCaur 03 2,715 mm.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; iCaur 03 450 litres.
- Annual road tax: Chery O5 RM120; iCaur 03 RM140.
O5
- RM2,940 lower purchase price.
- 230 Nm turbo-petrol torque and a 51-litre fuel tank.
- Front foglamps, powered boot and space-saver spare tyre.
- 378-litre boot is 72 litres smaller.
- 2,630 mm wheelbase is 85 mm shorter.
- No navigation, V2L function or rear-seat ventilation.
03
- 426 km stated EV range from a 65.69 kWh battery.
- 450-litre boot and 2,715 mm wheelbase.
- 15.6-inch screen, 12-speaker Infinity audio and navigation.
- Costs RM2,940 more.
- No front foglamps or spare tyre listed.
- At 1,775 kg, it is 341 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800✓ | RM119,740 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 65.69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,775 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 450 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 middle row passenger seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health |
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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O5 vs 03 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or iCaur 03 better?
The iCaur 03 is the stronger choice for EV users who need its 426 km stated range, larger boot and longer wheelbase. Choose the Chery O5 for petrol refuelling convenience, a lower price and its space-saver spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM2,940 more than the Chery O5.
Which one has the larger boot and longer warranty cover?
The iCaur 03 has the larger 450-litre boot, versus 378 litres in the Chery O5. Both have a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, while the iCaur adds 10-year/200,000 km cover for its battery, drive unit and high-voltage components.
