Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the technical heavyweight: four motors produce 579 hp and 1,164 Nm, with a 116 kWh battery, 473 km range and 200 kW DC charging. It also brings autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping and a 360-degree camera. But RM958,888 is RM763,008 beyond the RM195,880 Fortuner, while annual road tax is RM1,340 against RM754. For Malaysian families needing seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare, the locally assembled Fortuner is the rational choice; the G-Class is for buyers prepared to pay vastly more for EV pace and equipment.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if 579 hp, 1,164 Nm, 473 km EV range and a much fuller safety-assistance suite matter more than a RM763,008 saving and two extra seats.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, diesel refuelling, a full-size spare tyre and far lower upfront and annual road-tax costs.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Powertrain: G-Class has four electric motors with 579 hp and 1,164 Nm; Fortuner has a 2,393 cc 148 hp/400 Nm diesel inline-four.
- Capacity: G-Class has five seats and a 667-litre boot; Fortuner has seven seats and a 200-litre boot.
- Size and mass: G-Class is 4,613 mm long and 3,085 kg; Fortuner is 4,795 mm long and 2,090 kg.
- Driver assistance: G-Class has autonomous braking, collision warning and steering lane-keeping; Fortuner has none of these.
- Road tax: G-Class costs RM1,340 per year; Fortuner costs RM754 per year.
G-Class
- 579 hp and 1,164 Nm from four motors
- 473 km EV range with 200 kW DC charging
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM763,008 more
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
Fortuner
- Seven seats and an 80-litre diesel tank
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre
- CKD assembly and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist
- Manual front seats versus powered, heated G-Class front seats with driver memory
- No reverse camera, versus the G-Class 360-degree view monitor
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM958,888 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,340 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 4 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 579 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,164 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 116 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 473 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Two-speed Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 3,085 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Azenis FK520 | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials | — |
| 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 | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating 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 | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| 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 | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 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 G-Class & Fortuner for sale
G-Class vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Toyota Fortuner better?
The G-Class is better for electric performance, driver assistance and cabin technology, with 579 hp and 473 km range. The Fortuner is better for seven-seat practicality, diesel use and ownership cost, at RM763,008 less.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM958,888 and the Toyota Fortuner costs RM195,880, so the difference is RM763,008.
Which one is better for a large family?
The Toyota Fortuner is the clear choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, compared with five in the G-Class. Its third row also has 50:50 split-folding and one-touch space-up functions.
