Verdict
At RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 is RM9,000 cheaper yet gives five seats, five doors and a 344-litre boot, against the Suzuki Jimny’s four seats, three doors and 85 litres. Its single motor produces 201 hp and 310 Nm, covers 410 km and reaches 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds; the Jimny counters with a 100-hp, 130-Nm 1.5-litre petrol setup, part-time four-wheel drive and low range. The Honda is the more usable road car, with 11-kW AC and 78-kW DC charging. Pick the Suzuki only if its low-range 4WD, solid axles and all-terrain tyres are central to the job. Road tax is RM160 versus RM120 yearly.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you need five seats, a 344-litre boot, 410 km of electric range and a far fuller driver-assistance package.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if you need part-time four-wheel drive with low range, solid axles and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Power and torque: Honda e:N1 201 hp and 310 Nm; Suzuki Jimny 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- Practicality: Honda e:N1 has 5 doors, 5 seats and a 344-litre boot; Suzuki Jimny has 3 doors, 4 seats and an 85-litre boot.
- Size: Honda e:N1 is 4,380 mm long on a 2,607 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Jimny is 3,480 mm long on a 2,250 mm wheelbase.
- Top speed: Honda e:N1 160 km/h; Suzuki Jimny 140 km/h.
- Warranty: Honda e:N1 8 years/160,000 km; Suzuki Jimny 5 years/unlimited mileage.
e:N1
- 410 km electric range with 11-kW AC and 78-kW DC charging.
- Five seats, five doors and a 344-litre boot.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, blind spot information and front/rear parking sensors.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- 1,662 kg kerb weight versus the Jimny’s 1,435 kg.
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM120.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range and solid axles.
- Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 all-terrain tyres and a full-size 15-inch alloy spare.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
- 85-litre boot versus the e:N1’s 344 litres.
- Three doors and four seats versus five doors and five seats.
- No autonomous braking, blind spot information, reverse camera or parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | 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 | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | 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 Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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.
Used e:N1 & Jimny for sale
e:N1 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Honda e:N1 is better for passengers, luggage and daily road use, with five seats, a 344-litre boot and 410 km range. The Suzuki Jimny is the choice only when part-time four-wheel drive with low range is needed.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the Jimny is RM9,000 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Honda e:N1 has a 344-litre boot, 259 litres more than the Suzuki Jimny’s 85-litre space. It also has five doors and five seats, against the Jimny’s three doors and four seats.
