Isuzu MU-X vs Suzuki e Vitara

The Isuzu MU-X starts from $43,900 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki e Vitara opens at $42,700. That makes the Suzuki e Vitara the more affordable entry point by $1,200.

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 $48,290 and $46,970 respectively.

The Suzuki e Vitara qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Isuzu MU-X, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

The Isuzu MU-X holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Suzuki e Vitara. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Isuzu MU-X and 77% for the Suzuki e Vitara.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Isuzu MU-X, against 0 on the Suzuki e Vitara.

Both include the essentials: a reversing camera.

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 Isuzu MU-X stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the Suzuki e Vitara. The Suzuki e Vitara counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Isuzu MU-X uses a Diesel producing 120kW and 400Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout.

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 Isuzu MU-X has the clear power advantage at 120kW vs 106kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Isuzu MU-X measures 4,860mm long on a 2,855mm wheelbase, 585mm longer than the Suzuki e Vitara at 4,275mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Isuzu MU-X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 311L in the Isuzu MU-X and 306L in the Suzuki e Vitara, giving the Isuzu MU-X a 5L advantage. The Isuzu MU-X seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Isuzu MU-X leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 2,750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (Isuzu MU-X) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Suzuki e Vitara). The Isuzu MU-X has longer coverage.