Verdict
At RM190,788, the Subaru Crosstrek costs RM2,788 more than the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara, yet brings all-wheel drive, eight airbags and a 315-litre boot. Its 154 hp, 196 Nm 2.0-litre petrol boxer is the conventional choice, but annual road tax is RM438. The eVitara cuts that to RM120 and uses a 172 hp, 193 Nm front motor with a 61.1 kWh battery rated for 426 km. It is 205 mm shorter for town use, though the Crosstrek is the larger C-segment SUV.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you need all-wheel drive, an eight-airbag count and the slightly larger 315-litre boot.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want EV driving, a 426 km claimed range and RM318 lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Powertrain: Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm from a 1,995 cc petrol boxer; eVitara 172 hp and 193 Nm from one electric motor.
- Driveline: Crosstrek all-wheel drive; eVitara front-wheel drive.
- Length and wheelbase: Crosstrek 4,480 mm and 2,670 mm; eVitara 4,275 mm and 2,700 mm.
- Boot space: Crosstrek 315 litres; eVitara 306 litres.
- Airbags: Crosstrek 8; eVitara 7.
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive
- 315-litre boot
- Eight airbags and dual-zone climate control
- RM2,788 dearer and RM438 annual road tax versus RM120
- 60:40 rear-seat split versus the eVitara's 40:20:40 arrangement
eVitara
- 172 hp motor and 426 km claimed EV range
- 61.1 kWh battery with an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty
- Front parking sensors and 40:20:40 rear-seat split
- Front-wheel drive versus the Crosstrek's all-wheel drive
- 306-litre boot is 9 litres smaller
- Seven airbags versus eight, and no front or rear foglamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,788 | RM188,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion) | 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 for two rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 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 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| 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, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 Crosstrek & eVitara for sale
Crosstrek vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Crosstrek is better for all-wheel-drive traction, eight airbags and its 315-litre boot. The eVitara is better if a 426 km claimed EV range, 172 hp motor and lower RM120 annual road tax suit your use.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara is RM2,788 cheaper than the Subaru Crosstrek.
How does the Suzuki eVitara charge?
The eVitara has a 61.1 kWh battery, 7 kW AC charging and 67 kW DC charging. Its claimed EV range is 426 km.
