Verdict
With only RM1,062 separating them, this is a choice of purpose rather than budget. The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door brings part-time four-wheel drive with low range, a 1,720 mm-tall body and a full-size spare, but its 100 hp petrol four-cylinder needs 17.2 seconds to 100 km/h. The Volvo EX30 counters with 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.3-second sprint, while its 69 kWh battery claims 475 km and DC charging reaches 175 kW. For daily Malaysian family use, the Volvo’s five seats, 318-litre boot and broader safety kit make more sense.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door if you need part-time four-wheel drive with low range and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want far quicker acceleration, five seats, more boot space and EV charging capability for virtually the same money.
Key differences
- Performance: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has 100 hp, 130 Nm and a 17.2-second 0-100 km/h time; Volvo EX30 has 268 hp, 343 Nm and takes 5.3 seconds.
- Driveline: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door uses part-time four-wheel drive with low range; Volvo EX30 is rear-wheel drive.
- Practicality: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has four seats and a 211-litre boot; Volvo EX30 has five seats and a 318-litre boot.
- Energy and charging: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has a 40-litre petrol tank; Volvo EX30 has a 69 kWh battery, 475 km range, 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- Safety assistance: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has six airbags and passive cruise control; Volvo EX30 has seven airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control…
- Dimensions: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door is 3,985 mm long and 1,645 mm wide; Volvo EX30 is 4,223 mm long and 1,837 mm wide.
Jimny 5-Door
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare wheel
- More compact 3,985 mm length
- 17.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.3 seconds
- Four seats and 211 litres of boot space versus five seats and 318 litres
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
EX30
- 268 hp and 343 Nm from its single motor
- 69 kWh battery with 475 km range and 175 kW DC charging
- Five seats, 318-litre boot and seven airbags
- Rear-wheel drive rather than the Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare wheel
- Wider 1,837 mm body than the Jimny’s 1,645 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,950 | RM198,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 74 mm × 85 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 475 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 17.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,985 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,645 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,590 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 211 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/80R15 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/80R15 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueller H/L | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | India (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) | 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual adjustment | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
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Jimny 5-Door vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is the stronger daily-use choice: it has five seats, a 318-litre boot, 268 hp and autonomous braking. Choose the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door specifically for its part-time four-wheel drive with low range and full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM1,062 less than the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door. That small gap makes the decision depend far more on four-wheel-drive needs versus EV performance, space and charging.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Volvo EX30 is more practical on paper, with five seats and a 318-litre boot. The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has four seats and 211 litres of boot space, although it is 238 mm shorter and 192 mm narrower.
