Verdict
At RM169,000, the smart #1 costs RM10,100 more than the RM158,900 Suzuki Jimny, but that gap brings a 268 hp, 343 Nm electric motor, 315 km EV range and a vastly more useful 411-litre boot. Its 2,750 mm wheelbase, five seats and five doors also suit family duty far better than the Jimny’s 2,250 mm wheelbase, four seats, three doors and 85-litre boot. The Jimny counters with all-wheel drive, low range and a 40-litre petrol tank, so it remains the specialist choice for terrain where the smart’s rear-wheel drive is a limitation.
Pick the smart #1 if you want five seats, 411 litres of luggage room, 315 km electric range and much stronger 268 hp performance.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if you need all-wheel drive with low range, a smaller 3,480 mm body and petrol refuelling.
Key differences
- Price: smart #1 RM169,000; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Powertrain: smart #1 268 hp/343 Nm motor and 49 kWh battery; Suzuki Jimny 1,462 cc petrol engine with 100 hp/130 Nm.
- Drive system: smart #1 rear-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny all-wheel drive with part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
- Practicality: smart #1 has five seats and 411 litres of boot space; Suzuki Jimny has four seats and 85 litres.
- Size: smart #1 is 4,270 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Jimny is 3,480 mm long with a 2,250 mm wheelbase.
- Safety rating: smart #1 has five Euro NCAP stars; Suzuki Jimny has three stars.
#1
- 268 hp and 343 Nm electric motor with 315 km range
- Five doors, five seats and 411-litre boot
- 150 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L and a 360-degree camera
- RM10,100 dearer
- Rear-wheel drive lacks the Jimny’s all-wheel drive and low range
- Heavier at 1,780 kg versus 1,435 kg
Jimny
- All-wheel drive with low range
- Smaller 3,480 mm length suits tighter spaces
- RM10,100 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax
- Only three doors, four seats and an 85-litre boot
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the smart #1’s 268 hp and 343 Nm
- No DC charging, V2L or stated EV range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,000 | RM158,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 315 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars✓ | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 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 Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | 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 | — |
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 #1 & Jimny for sale
#1 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the smart #1 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The smart #1 is better for daily family use: it has five seats, five doors, a 411-litre boot and 315 km EV range. The Suzuki Jimny is better when all-wheel drive and low range matter more than cabin and luggage space.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 costs RM169,000 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the smart is RM10,100 more expensive.
Which one is better for carrying passengers and luggage?
The smart #1. It carries five people and has 411 litres of boot space, against the Jimny’s four seats and 85 litres. Its 2,750 mm wheelbase is also 500 mm longer.
