Verdict
At RM119,740, the iCaur 03 undercuts the Mazda CX-30 by RM2,669 and cuts annual road tax from RM439 to RM140. Its 65.69-kWh battery is rated for 426 km and accepts DC charging at up to 80 kW, so it suits buyers able to charge regularly. It is longer in wheelbase at 2,715 mm and has a 450-litre boot. The CX-30 counters with a 162-hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, 6.4 L/100 km rating and 196 km/h top speed, plus a spare tyre and seventh airbag. But its equipment gap is large.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you can charge at home or work and want 426 km of electric range, more driver assistance and a longer warranty for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if petrol refuelling convenience, a 196 km/h top speed, a space-saver spare tyre and seven airbags matter more than EV range and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur 03 RM119,740; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Powertrain: iCaur 03 has a 181-hp, 220-Nm electric motor; Mazda CX-30 has a 162-hp, 213-Nm 1,998-cc petrol engine.
- Energy use: iCaur 03 has a 65.69-kWh battery with 426 km range; Mazda CX-30 is rated at 6.4 L/100 km.
- Top speed: iCaur 03 150 km/h; Mazda CX-30 196 km/h.
- Boot space: iCaur 03 450 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres.
- Warranty: iCaur 03 7 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-30 5 years/100,000 km.
03
- 426 km EV range with 80 kW DC charging
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind spot monitoring
- 15.6-inch screen, ventilated powered front seats and 450-litre boot
- Six airbags versus the Mazda CX-30's seven
- 150 km/h top speed versus 196 km/h
- No spare tyre is specified, while the Mazda has a space-saver
CX-30
- 196 km/h top speed and 6.4 L/100 km rated economy
- Seven airbags and a space-saver spare tyre
- Head-up display and walk-away auto lock
- RM2,669 more expensive
- No listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind spot information system
- Shorter 5-year/100,000-km warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,740✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,775 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 outer two rear seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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 | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 03 & CX-30 for sale
03 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The iCaur 03 is the stronger pick for a buyer with regular charging, because it costs less, has 426 km claimed range and brings more active safety and cabin equipment. Choose the Mazda CX-30 for petrol refuelling, higher top speed and its spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 is RM2,669 cheaper than the Mazda CX-30. Its annual road tax is also RM299 lower, at RM140 versus RM439.
Which SUV has more safety equipment?
The iCaur 03 has autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and blind spot monitoring. The Mazda CX-30 has one extra airbag, with seven versus six, plus an airbag disable function and Emergency Stop Signal.
