Verdict
The Honda e:N1 brings EV pace that the Fronx cannot match: its 201 hp and 310 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, with a quoted 410 km range and 11 kW AC/78 kW DC charging. It is also 385 mm longer, rides on 18-inch tyres and has a 344-litre boot. The Suzuki Fronx answers with a 100 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol drivetrain, a 37-litre tank and a 360-degree camera. For Malaysian buyers without dependable charging, the Fronx is the simpler choice; the e:N1’s extra performance and space ask for a RM19,012 premium.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you have charging access and want 201 hp, 310 Nm, 410 km of quoted range and the larger 344-litre boot.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you want a petrol mild-hybrid SUV with a 37-litre tank, 360-degree camera and lower purchase and road-tax costs.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Power and torque: Honda e:N1 201 hp and 310 Nm; Suzuki Fronx 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Range/fuel storage: Honda e:N1 410 km quoted EV range; Suzuki Fronx 37-litre petrol tank.
- Size and boot: Honda e:N1 is 4,380 mm long with 344 litres; Suzuki Fronx is 3,995 mm long with 308 litres.
- Driver assistance: Honda e:N1 has lane-keeping warning only; Suzuki Fronx has steering correction.
- Parking camera: Honda e:N1 has a reverse camera; Suzuki Fronx adds a 360-degree camera.
e:N1
- 201 hp and 310 Nm electric motor; 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds.
- 410 km quoted range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging.
- 344-litre boot, 15.1-inch touchscreen and head-up display.
- Costs RM19,012 more than the Suzuki Fronx.
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM120.
- No 360-degree camera, and its lane assistance gives warnings rather than steering correction.
Fronx
- Lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- 360-degree camera and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a 37-litre petrol tank.
- 100 hp and 138 Nm are well down on the e:N1’s 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- 308-litre boot is 36 litres smaller than the e:N1’s.
- No front parking sensors, navigation or head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 308 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | 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 | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 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.
Used e:N1 & Fronx for sale
e:N1 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Honda e:N1 is better for performance, quoted EV range and cabin technology, with 201 hp, 410 km of range and a head-up display. The Suzuki Fronx is better if petrol refuelling, a 360-degree camera and lower ownership entry costs matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM19,012 more than the Suzuki Fronx: RM149,900 against RM130,888.
Which has more luggage space?
The Honda e:N1 has the larger boot at 344 litres, compared with 308 litres in the Suzuki Fronx. That is a 36-litre advantage for the Honda.
