Verdict
The iCaur 03 suits the Malaysian buyer who needs five seats and a usable 450-litre boot, not the V23’s four seats and 234 litres. It also gets rear air vents, a panoramic sliding roof and a 12-speaker Infinity system, while its 426-km range is only 4 km behind. The iCaur V23 is the quicker choice: two motors, all-wheel drive and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time against 10.5 seconds. Its 104-kW DC ceiling beats 80 kW, though its 81.76-kWh battery produces only a marginal range gain.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you need five seats, a 450-litre boot and more rear-cabin equipment.
Pick the iCaur V23 if all-wheel drive, 208 hp and much quicker acceleration matter more than rear-seat and luggage capacity.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur 03 RM119,740; iCaur V23 RM132,780.
- Motor output: iCaur 03 has one motor with 181 hp and 220 Nm; iCaur V23 has two motors with 208 hp and 292 Nm.
- Battery and range: iCaur 03 has 65.69 kWh and 426 km; iCaur V23 has 81.76 kWh and 430 km.
- DC charging: iCaur 03 charges at up to 80 kW; iCaur V23 at up to 104 kW.
- Acceleration: iCaur 03 does 0-100 km/h in 10.5 seconds; iCaur V23 in 7.5 seconds.
- Seating and boot: iCaur 03 has five seats and 450 litres; iCaur V23 has four seats and 234 litres.
03
- Five seats and a 450-litre boot.
- Rear air vents, rear USB ports and a panoramic sliding roof.
- 10-year/200,000-km cover for the battery, drive unit and high-voltage components.
- 181 hp and 220 Nm trail the V23’s 208 hp and 292 Nm.
- 80-kW DC charging is lower than the V23’s 104 kW.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
V23
- Two motors, all-wheel drive and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 81.76-kWh battery, 430-km range and 104-kW DC charging.
- 21-inch alloy wheels and 3.3-kW V2L output.
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot, versus five seats and 450 litres in the iCaur 03.
- No rear air vents, panoramic sliding roof or rear USB ports.
- Battery, drive unit and high-voltage component coverage is 8 years/160,000 km versus 10 years/200,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,740✓ | RM132,780 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140✓ | RM180 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | 208 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh | 81.76 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 426 km | 430 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 104 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.2 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,775 kg | 1,820 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 234 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/45R21 |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
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 03 & V23 for sale
03 vs V23 FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or iCaur V23 better?
The iCaur 03 is better for family use, with five seats, a 450-litre boot and more rear-cabin features. The iCaur V23 is better for performance, with all-wheel drive, 208 hp and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM13,040 more than the iCaur 03.
Which one is better for charging on longer journeys?
On headline charging figures, the iCaur V23 is ahead with 104-kW DC charging and 430 km of range. The iCaur 03 manages 80 kW DC charging and 426 km, so the range gap is only 4 km.
