Verdict
For RM8,938 more, the Volvo EX30 brings a 268 hp, 343 Nm rear motor, a 69 kWh battery rated for 476 km, and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time; the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door needs 17.2 seconds from its 100 hp petrol engine. The Volvo also seats five and carries 318 litres versus four seats and 211 litres. The Jimny answers with part-time four-wheel drive, low range and a full-size spare, plus RM120 annual road tax against RM260. Choose based on where you drive: trails favour the Suzuki; daily Malaysian road use strongly favours the Volvo.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door if low-range four-wheel drive, a full-size spare tyre and a lower RM120 annual road tax matter more than speed, rear-seat space and EV range.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want five seats, 476 km of quoted EV range, much faster acceleration and a far fuller driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 100 hp/130 Nm; Volvo EX30 268 hp/343 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 17.2 seconds; Volvo EX30 5.3 seconds.
- Driveline: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door part-time four-wheel drive with low range; Volvo EX30 rear-wheel drive.
- Seats and boot: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 4 seats/211 litres; Volvo EX30 5 seats/318 litres.
- Length and width: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 3,985 mm/1,645 mm; Volvo EX30 4,223 mm/1,837 mm.
- Annual road tax: Suzuki Jimny 5-Door RM120; Volvo EX30 RM260.
Jimny 5-Door
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre.
- RM120 annual road tax.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the Volvo EX30's 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- 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, 343 Nm motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 69 kWh battery with 476 km quoted range, 175 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- Rear-wheel drive lacks the Jimny 5-Door's low-range four-wheel-drive system.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Jimny 5-Door's full-size spare tyre.
- RM260 annual road tax, against RM120 for the Jimny 5-Door.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,950✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | — |
| Torque | 130 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 74 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 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) | China (CBU) |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain | 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.
Used Jimny 5-Door & EX30 for sale
Jimny 5-Door vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is better for most road users, with 268 hp, 476 km quoted range, five seats, 318 litres of boot space and more active safety systems. The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door is the choice for low-range four-wheel-drive use and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM8,938 more than the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door: RM208,888 versus RM199,950.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Volvo EX30 is more practical on paper. It has five seats, a 2,650 mm wheelbase and 318 litres of boot space, compared with the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door's four seats, 2,590 mm wheelbase and 211-litre boot.
