Verdict
At RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 costs RM9,000 less than the RM158,900 Suzuki Jimny, yet brings five seats, a 344-litre boot and a 410-km electric range. Its single motor produces 201 hp and 310 Nm, with 11-kW AC and 78-kW DC charging, so it is the far stronger road-biased family SUV. The Jimny answers with all-wheel drive and low range, plus a lighter 1,435-kg kerb weight, but its 85-litre boot, three doors and four seats demand real compromise. Its RM120 annual road tax is RM40 below the Honda’s RM160.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you want the lower RM149,900 entry price, five-seat practicality and 410 km of electric range.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if all-wheel drive with low range matters more than rear-seat access, boot space and EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Powertrain: Honda e:N1 201 hp/310 Nm single motor; Suzuki Jimny 100 hp/130 Nm 1,462-cc petrol engine.
- Driveline: Honda e:N1 front-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny all-wheel drive with low range.
- Range/economy: Honda e:N1 410 km EV range; Suzuki Jimny 6.8 L/100 km rated economy.
- Practicality: Honda e:N1 has five seats and a 344-litre boot; Suzuki Jimny has four seats and an 85-litre boot.
- Size: Honda e:N1 is 4,380 mm long with a 2,607-mm wheelbase; Suzuki Jimny is 3,480 mm long with a 2,250-mm wheelbase.
e:N1
- RM9,000 cheaper with a 410-km EV range.
- 201 hp and 310 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds.
- Five doors, five seats and a 344-litre boot.
- Front-wheel drive, versus the Jimny’s all-wheel drive and low range.
- Heavier at 1,662 kg versus 1,435 kg.
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM120.
Jimny
- All-wheel drive with low range and hill descent control.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre.
- Lighter 1,435-kg kerb weight and RM120 annual road tax.
- Costs RM9,000 more despite having only four seats and an 85-litre boot.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm are well below the e:N1’s 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- Three doors, no rear air vents, and only two power windows.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic 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, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Bulb |
| 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 | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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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e:N1 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Honda e:N1 is better for daily passenger and luggage duties: it has five seats, five doors, a 344-litre boot and 410 km of EV range. Choose the Suzuki Jimny only if its all-wheel drive and low-range transfer case are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the Jimny is RM9,000 more expensive.
Can the Honda e:N1 charge quickly?
Yes. The Honda e:N1 supports 11-kW AC charging and DC charging at up to 78 kW, and its quoted electric range is 410 km. The Suzuki Jimny is petrol-powered, with a 40-litre fuel tank and rated consumption of 6.8 L/100 km.
