Verdict
At RM169,000, the smart #1 costs RM19,000 less yet brings 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Suzuki eVitara’s 172 hp, 193 Nm and 8.7 seconds. It also charges far faster on DC at 150 kW and has a 411-litre boot. The eVitara answers with the key long-distance advantage: its 61.1-kWh battery delivers 426 km versus 315 km, a useful 111-km margin. Choose based on charging access and trip length, not just the lower sticker price.
Pick the smart #1 if you want stronger 268-hp performance, 150-kW DC charging and a larger 411-litre boot for RM19,000 less.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if its 426-km range matters more than the smart #1’s quicker performance and charging speed.
Key differences
- Price: smart #1 RM169,000; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Motor output: smart #1 268 hp and 343 Nm; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Battery and range: smart #1 49 kWh and 315 km; Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- DC charging: smart #1 150 kW; Suzuki eVitara 67 kW.
- Performance: smart #1 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and 180 km/h; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Boot space: smart #1 411 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
#1
- RM19,000 lower purchase price.
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 150-kW DC charging, 3.3-kW V2L and a 411-litre boot.
- 315-km range is 111 km short of the eVitara.
- Four-year manufacturer warranty is one year shorter than the eVitara’s five years.
eVitara
- 426-km range from its 61.1-kWh battery.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Front and rear parking sensors are fitted.
- Costs RM19,000 more.
- 172 hp and 193 Nm trail the smart #1’s 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- 67-kW DC charging is less than half the smart #1’s 150 kW, and boot space is 306 litres versus 411 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,000✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 315 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 200,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 8 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
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#1 vs eVitara FAQ
Is the smart #1 or Suzuki eVitara better?
The smart #1 is the better pick for price, acceleration, DC charging and boot space. The Suzuki eVitara is better for range, covering 426 km versus 315 km, and has a five-year manufacturer warranty instead of four years.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 costs RM169,000 and the Suzuki eVitara costs RM188,000, so the Suzuki is RM19,000 more expensive.
Which EV charges faster?
The smart #1 charges faster on DC, with a 150-kW maximum rate versus 67 kW for the Suzuki eVitara. Their AC charging rates are close: 7.2 kW for the smart and 7 kW for the Suzuki.
