GAC Aion V vs Suzuki e Vitara

The GAC Aion V starts from $42,590 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki e Vitara opens at $42,700. That makes the GAC Aion V the more affordable entry point by $110.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $46,849 and $46,970 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The GAC Aion V holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Suzuki e Vitara. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GAC Aion V and 77% for the Suzuki e Vitara.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GAC Aion V packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 0 in the Suzuki e Vitara.

Both include the essentials: a reversing camera. The GAC Aion V adds a 360-degree camera that the Suzuki e Vitara misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and V2L that you will not find on the Suzuki e Vitara. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GAC Aion V uses a Electric producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Suzuki e Vitara responds with a Electric Motor making 106kW and 193Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 106kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 75.3kWh (GAC Aion V) vs 49kWh (Suzuki e Vitara), giving WLTP ranges of 510km and 344km. DC fast charging peaks at 180kW (GAC Aion V) vs 129kW (Suzuki e Vitara).

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 330mm longer than the Suzuki e Vitara at 4,275mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Aion V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 306L in the Suzuki e Vitara, giving the GAC Aion V a 121L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 8 years / 150,000km (GAC Aion V) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Suzuki e Vitara). The GAC Aion V has longer coverage.