Verdict
The RM238,888 Lexus LBX costs RM43,008 more than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, yet it is 605 mm shorter and carries five rather than seven. That makes the LBX the smaller urban choice, with a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 9.6 seconds, eight airbags and autonomous braking. The Fortuner answers with 400 Nm from its 2.4-litre diesel, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre tank, but its RM754 annual road tax is RM634 higher. Choose Toyota for family capacity and torque; Lexus for safety kit and compact dimensions.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want a 4,190-mm hybrid SUV with eight airbags, autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and a 315-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, 400 Nm of diesel torque, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Seating: Lexus LBX has 5 seats; Toyota Fortuner has 7 seats.
- Powertrain: Lexus LBX uses a 1,490 cc petrol hybrid with a 90 hp engine and 93 hp motor; Toyota Fortuner has a 2,393 cc diesel with 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Dimensions: Lexus LBX is 4,190 mm long with a 2,580 mm wheelbase; Toyota Fortuner is 4,795 mm long with a 2,745 mm wheelbase.
- Fuel tank: Lexus LBX carries 36 litres; Toyota Fortuner carries 80 litres.
- Boot space: Lexus LBX has 315 litres; Toyota Fortuner has 200 litres.
- Road tax: Lexus LBX is RM120 per year; Toyota Fortuner is RM754 per year.
LBX
- Eight airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 315-litre boot despite its 4,190-mm length.
- 9.8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus power front seats with driver memory.
- Only five seats versus the Fortuner's seven.
- 36-litre fuel tank is 44 litres smaller.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size alloy spare wheel.
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble middle-row and space-up last-row seats.
- 400 Nm diesel torque, all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic.
- 80-litre tank and full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- 200-litre boot is 115 litres smaller than the LBX's.
- RM754 annual road tax is RM634 more.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | — |
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.
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LBX vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Lexus LBX is better for compact dimensions, a 315-litre boot and active safety equipment. The Toyota Fortuner is better when seven seats, 400 Nm of torque, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre tank matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LBX costs RM43,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner.
Which SUV is better for carrying seven people?
The Toyota Fortuner is the only seven-seater. Its middle row has one-touch tumble operation and its 50:50 last row has one-touch space-up functionality; the Lexus LBX has five seats.
