Verdict
At RM119,740, the iCaur 03 undercuts the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30 by RM2,669 while bringing a 65.69-kWh battery, 426-km EV range and 80-kW DC charging. Its 181-hp, 220-Nm rear motor also beats the Mazda’s 162 hp and 213 Nm, and road tax is RM140 against RM439. The Mazda counters with a 196-km/h top speed, 7 airbags and a space-saver spare. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the iCaur’s bigger cabin footprint, 450-litre boot and much fuller driver-assistance kit make it the sharper buy.
Pick the iCaur 03 if home or workplace charging is available and you want 426 km of EV range, ADAS and more cabin equipment for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if petrol refuelling flexibility, a 196-km/h top speed, a space-saver spare and a driver’s knee airbag matter more than EV running costs and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur 03 RM119,740; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Powertrain: iCaur 03 has a 181-hp/220-Nm electric motor; Mazda CX-30 has a 162-hp/213-Nm 1,998-cc petrol engine.
- Energy use: iCaur 03 has a 65.69-kWh battery and 426-km EV range; Mazda CX-30 is rated at 6.4 L/100 km with a 51-litre tank.
- Road tax: iCaur 03 RM140 per year; Mazda CX-30 RM439 per year.
- Size and luggage: iCaur 03 is 4,406 mm long with a 2,715-mm wheelbase and 450-litre boot; Mazda CX-30 is 4,395 mm, 2,655 mm and 430 litres.
- Safety: iCaur 03 has 6 airbags plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist; Mazda CX-30 has 7 airbags but no such listed systems.
03
- RM2,669 cheaper with RM299 lower annual road tax.
- 426-km EV range, 80-kW DC charging and 3.2-kW V2L.
- Powered ventilated front seats, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
- 150-km/h top speed versus the Mazda CX-30’s 196 km/h.
- 1,775 kg kerb weight versus 1,441 kg.
- Six airbags versus seven in the Mazda CX-30.
CX-30
- Seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag.
- 196-km/h top speed and space-saver spare tyre.
- Head-up display and walk-away auto lock.
- Costs RM2,669 more and annual road tax is RM439 versus RM140.
- No listed autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- Manual front seats and manual air-conditioning versus the iCaur 03’s powered ventilated seats and dual-zone climate control.
What the 03 has over the CX-30
What the CX-30 has over the 03
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 03's wheelbase is 60 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The 03 is 115 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,740✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM140✓ | RM439 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,220/mo✓ | RM1,250/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,361✓ | RM3,496 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,370✓ | RM2,547 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.85✓ | RM12.74 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,356✓ | RM32,411 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 10.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 426 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,406 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,775 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 14 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 outer two rear seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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 | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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03 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the iCaur 03 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The iCaur 03 is the better-equipped and cheaper choice if you can charge regularly, with 426 km of EV range, ADAS and a 450-litre boot. Choose the Mazda CX-30 for petrol refuelling convenience, seven airbags and its 196-km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM119,740 and the Mazda CX-30 costs RM122,409, so the iCaur is RM2,669 cheaper. Its annual road tax is also RM140, compared with RM439 for the Mazda.
Which has more luggage space and cabin room?
The iCaur 03 has the larger boot at 450 litres versus 430 litres, plus a 2,715-mm wheelbase against 2,655 mm. It is also wider and taller: 1,910 mm by 1,715 mm versus 1,795 mm by 1,540 mm.
How long does charging take?
The 03's 65.7 kWh battery takes about 10.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The 03 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the CX-30. 03: 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. CX-30: 5-year/100,000 km Free Service.