Verdict
At RM119,800, the iCaur 03 asks RM2,272 more yet gives you a 15.6-inch screen, 12-speaker Infinity audio, ventilated powered front seats and 3.2 kW V2L. But the MG S5 is the more practical Malaysian daily and outstation EV: its 446 km range beats 355 km, DC charging reaches 150 kW instead of 80 kW, and its 453-litre boot dwarfs the iCaur’s 264 litres. The iCaur counters with a larger 65.69 kWh battery and more cabin kit, but the MG’s 202 hp and 350 Nm also exceed 181 hp and 220 Nm.
Pick the iCaur 03 if ventilated powered front seats, 12-speaker audio, front parking sensors and 3.2 kW V2L matter more than range and boot space.
Pick the MG S5 if you want 446 km of range, 150 kW DC charging, 453 litres of boot space and stronger 202 hp/350 Nm output.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur 03 RM119,800; MG S5 RM117,528.
- EV range: iCaur 03 355 km; MG S5 446 km.
- DC charging: iCaur 03 80 kW; MG S5 150 kW.
- Motor output: iCaur 03 181 hp/220 Nm; MG S5 202 hp/350 Nm.
- Boot space: iCaur 03 264 litres; MG S5 453 litres.
- V2L output: iCaur 03 3.2 kW; MG S5 2.5 kW.
03
- 65.69 kWh battery and 3.2 kW V2L output.
- Ventilated powered front seats and dual-zone climate control.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen with 12-speaker Infinity sound system.
- 355 km range trails the MG S5’s 446 km.
- 80 kW DC charging is lower than the MG S5’s 150 kW.
- 264-litre boot is 189 litres smaller than the MG S5’s 453 litres.
S5
- 446 km range and 150 kW DC charging.
- 202 hp and 350 Nm from its rear motor.
- 453-litre boot, powered tailgate and driver’s knee airbag.
- 2.5 kW V2L output is below the iCaur 03’s 3.2 kW.
- Manual front passenger seat and no seat ventilation.
- Six-speaker audio trails the iCaur 03’s 12-speaker Infinity system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,800 | RM117,528✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140✓ | RM180 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | 202 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh✓ | 62 kWh |
| EV Range | 355 km | 446 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.2 kW | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.0 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 264 litres | 453 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| 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 | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View 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 | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 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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03 vs S5 FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the better all-rounder for range, DC charging, boot capacity and motor output. Choose the iCaur 03 instead if its ventilated seats, larger touchscreen, 12-speaker audio and stronger 3.2 kW V2L provision are higher priorities.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM119,800 and the MG S5 costs RM117,528, so the iCaur is RM2,272 more expensive.
Which EV is better for longer trips?
The MG S5 is better suited to longer trips on the quoted figures, with 446 km of range versus 355 km and 150 kW DC charging versus 80 kW for the iCaur 03.
