Verdict
At RM132,780, the iCaur V23 undercuts the Suzuki Jimny by RM26,120 while bringing 208 hp, 292 Nm, an 81.76-kWh battery and a quoted 430 km range. It is also a far roomier five-door proposition, with a 2,735-mm wheelbase and 234-litre boot against the Jimny’s 2,250 mm and 85 litres. The Jimny fights back with a much smaller 3,480-mm body, 1,435-kg kerb weight and part-time four-wheel drive with low range. For Malaysian daily use, the V23 is the more complete package; the Jimny is the specialised choice.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want the lower purchase price, 430 km EV range, five doors and substantially more boot space.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if you need a smaller 3,480-mm SUV with part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Powertrain output: iCaur V23 has 208 hp and 292 Nm from two motors; Suzuki Jimny has 100 hp and 130 Nm from a 1,462-cc petrol four-cylinder.
- Energy use: iCaur V23 has an 81.76-kWh battery and 430 km quoted range; Suzuki Jimny uses 6.8 L/100 km and has a 40-litre tank.
- Size: iCaur V23 is 4,220 mm long with a 2,735-mm wheelbase; Suzuki Jimny is 3,480 mm long with a 2,250-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: iCaur V23 has five doors and a 234-litre boot; Suzuki Jimny has three doors and an 85-litre boot.
- Kerb weight and road tax: iCaur V23 is 1,820 kg and RM180 yearly; Suzuki Jimny is 1,435 kg and RM120 yearly.
V23
- RM26,120 cheaper to buy.
- 208 hp, 292 Nm and 430 km quoted EV range.
- Five doors, 234-litre boot, powered ventilated front seats and parking cameras.
- 385 kg heavier than the Jimny.
- 740 mm longer and 270 mm wider than the Jimny.
- Annual road tax is RM60 higher.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- 740 mm shorter and 385 kg lighter.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre.
- RM26,120 more expensive than the V23.
- Only three doors and an 85-litre boot versus five doors and 234 litres.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the V23’s 208 hp and 292 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780✓ | RM158,900 |
| 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 |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & 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 | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | 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 Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | — |
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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V23 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The iCaur V23 is better for daily Malaysian use, with five doors, a 234-litre boot, 430 km quoted range and more power. Choose the Suzuki Jimny for its part-time four-wheel-drive system with low range and much smaller footprint.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM132,780 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the Jimny is RM26,120 more expensive.
Which one is easier to park?
The Suzuki Jimny is easier to place in tight spaces on its dimensions: it is 3,480 mm long and 1,645 mm wide, versus the iCaur V23’s 4,220 mm length and 1,915 mm width. The V23 counters with front and rear parking sensors plus a reverse camera.
