Verdict
At RM165,000, the Renault Zoe costs RM23,000 less and keeps annual road tax to RM50, against RM120 for the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara. The Suzuki answers with 172 hp, a 61.1-kWh battery and 426 km of range, versus 108 hp, 52.0 kWh and 395 km for the Renault, while its 2,700-mm wheelbase and seven airbags make it the more rounded family choice. But the Zoe is 188 kg lighter, has a 338-litre boot and its 22-kW AC charging rate is far ahead of the Suzuki’s 7 kW.
Pick the Renault Zoe if a RM23,000 lower purchase price, 22-kW AC charging and a 338-litre boot matter more than extra range and driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want 426 km of range, 172 hp, seven airbags, autonomous braking and the longer 5-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Zoe RM165,000; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Battery and range: Renault Zoe 52.0 kWh and 395 km; Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- Motor output: Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Charging: Renault Zoe 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC; Suzuki eVitara 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC.
- Size and boot: Renault Zoe 4,087 mm long with 338 litres; Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm long with 306 litres.
- Safety: Renault Zoe has four airbags; Suzuki eVitara has seven airbags plus autonomous braking and blind-spot information.
Zoe
- RM23,000 cheaper to buy and RM70 cheaper in annual road tax.
- 22-kW AC charging versus 7 kW.
- 338-litre boot, 32 litres larger.
- 395-km range trails the eVitara’s 426 km.
- Four airbags and no autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information.
- 108 hp is 64 hp down on the eVitara.
eVitara
- 426-km range from a 61.1-kWh battery.
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot information.
- 5-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
- Costs RM23,000 more and annual road tax is RM120 versus RM50.
- 7-kW AC charging is well below the Zoe’s 22 kW.
- 306-litre boot is 32 litres smaller than the Zoe’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM165,000✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 108 hp | 172 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 52.0 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 395 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22.0 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | 67 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Renault | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,087 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,787 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,562 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,588 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,502 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 338 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | France (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 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.
Used Zoe & eVitara for sale
Zoe vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Renault Zoe or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Suzuki eVitara is the more complete family EV: it has 426 km of range, 172 hp, seven airbags, autonomous braking and a longer warranty. The Renault Zoe makes more sense if its RM23,000 lower price, 22-kW AC charging and larger boot are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Zoe costs RM165,000 and the Suzuki eVitara costs RM188,000, so the Suzuki carries a RM23,000 premium. Its annual road tax is also RM120, compared with RM50 for the Zoe.
Which one charges faster?
The Renault Zoe charges faster on AC at 22 kW versus 7 kW for the Suzuki eVitara. The eVitara is quicker on DC charging, rated at 67 kW against the Zoe’s 50 kW.
