Verdict
At RM132,780, the iCaur V23 costs only RM1,892 more than the Suzuki Fronx, but they suit very different routines. The V23 brings 208 hp, 292 Nm, all-wheel drive and an 81.76-kWh battery rated for 430 km, with 104-kW DC charging. The Fronx uses a 100-hp, 138-Nm 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol powertrain and has a 37-litre tank. Choose carefully: the Fronx carries five people and 308 litres of luggage, while the V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot.
Pick the iCaur V23 if a 430-km EV range, dual-motor AWD, 104-kW DC charging and a longer 7-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty matter more than a fifth seat.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you need five seats, a 308-litre boot, a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Powertrain: iCaur V23 has two motors producing 208 hp and 292 Nm; Suzuki Fronx has a 1,462-cc petrol mild-hybrid producing 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Drive system: iCaur V23 all-wheel drive; Suzuki Fronx front-wheel drive.
- Energy storage: iCaur V23 has an 81.76-kWh battery and 430-km EV range; Suzuki Fronx has a 37-litre fuel tank.
- Seating and boot space: iCaur V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot; Suzuki Fronx has five seats and a 308-litre boot.
- Warranty: iCaur V23 gets 7 years/150,000 km plus an 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Suzuki Fronx gets 3 years/100,000 km plus a 5-year/100,000-km battery…
V23
- 208-hp, 292-Nm dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain
- 81.76-kWh battery with 430-km range, 104-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L
- Powered ventilated front seats and a 15.4-inch touchscreen
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot versus the Fronx's five seats and 308 litres
- RM180 annual road tax versus RM120
- No ASEAN NCAP rating listed, while the Fronx has five stars
Fronx
- Five seats and a 308-litre boot
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a 360-degree reverse camera
- Head-up display and rear air-con vents
- Front-wheel drive rather than the V23's all-wheel drive
- 3-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty versus 7 years/150,000 km
- Manual front seats, while the V23 has powered ventilated front seats
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | 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 | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 308 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 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 | 4 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | 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 Operation | 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 | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 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 V23 & Fronx for sale
V23 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The iCaur V23 is better for EV driving, with 430 km of rated range, 208 hp and all-wheel drive. The Suzuki Fronx is better if you need five seats, a larger 308-litre boot and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM1,892 more than the Suzuki Fronx. That small gap brings an 81.76-kWh battery, dual motors, all-wheel drive and DC charging, but the V23 gives up a seat and 74 litres of boot space.
Which is more useful for carrying passengers and luggage?
The Suzuki Fronx is the more useful load carrier: it has five seats and a 308-litre boot. The iCaur V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot, despite its longer 2,735-mm wheelbase versus the Fronx's 2,520 mm.
