Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer needing a daily car, the Renault Zoe’s 395 km claimed range, five doors, five seats and 338-litre boot give it far broader practical reach than the Jimny’s three doors, four seats and 85-litre boot. Its RM50 annual road tax also undercuts the Suzuki’s RM120. But the Jimny is the specialised choice: its part-time four-wheel drive with low range, 1,435 kg kerb weight and full-size spare suit duties the front-wheel-drive Zoe cannot match. The Zoe’s 108 hp and 225 Nm motor is also stronger on paper than the Jimny’s 100 hp and 130 Nm petrol unit.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you want 395 km of electric range, five-seat practicality and a 338-litre boot.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if part-time four-wheel drive with low range matters more than rear-seat access, luggage space and EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Zoe RM165,000; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Range/fuel: Renault Zoe 395 km EV range with a 52.0 kWh battery; Suzuki Jimny petrol with a 40-litre tank.
- Output: Renault Zoe motor makes 108 hp and 225 Nm; Suzuki Jimny makes 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- Driveline: Renault Zoe front-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny all-wheel drive with part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
- Practicality: Renault Zoe has five doors, five seats and a 338-litre boot; Suzuki Jimny has three doors, four seats and an 85-litre boot.
- Warranty: Renault Zoe has a three-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty; Suzuki Jimny has a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Zoe
- 395 km claimed EV range from a 52.0 kWh battery.
- Five doors, five seats and a 338-litre boot.
- 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging capability.
- Costs RM6,100 more than the Jimny.
- Four airbags versus the Jimny’s six.
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Six airbags and hill descent control.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a full-size alloy spare.
- Three doors and four seats, against the Zoe’s five doors and five seats.
- 85-litre boot is far smaller than the Zoe’s 338 litres.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the Zoe’s 108 hp and 225 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM165,000 | RM158,900✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50✓ | 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 | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 108 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 52.0 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 395 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | 1 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Renault | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,087 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,787 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,562 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,588 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,502 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 338 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | France (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack And 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 | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| 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 | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | 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 | — |
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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Zoe vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Renault Zoe or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Renault Zoe is better for everyday passenger and luggage duties, with five seats, five doors, a 338-litre boot and 395 km claimed range. Choose the Suzuki Jimny only if its part-time four-wheel drive with low range is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Zoe costs RM165,000 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the Zoe is RM6,100 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty?
The Suzuki Jimny has the longer vehicle warranty at five years with unlimited mileage. The Zoe’s vehicle warranty is three years/100,000 km, while its traction battery and electric drivetrain are covered for five years/100,000 km.
