Verdict
At RM195,880, the Toyota Fortuner costs RM30,420 less than the Toyota Hilux and brings seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a 200-litre boot. The Hilux counters with two electric motors producing 193 hp and 473 Nm, against the Fortuner’s 148 hp and 400 Nm, plus a 59.2-kWh battery with 257 km of range. Its RM160 annual road tax is also far below the Fortuner’s RM754. For seven occupants, take the Fortuner; for EV running and markedly stronger torque, the Hilux makes the case.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats and a 200-litre boot while spending RM30,420 less upfront.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you want its 193-hp, 473-Nm dual-motor EV drivetrain, 257-km range and lower RM160 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Fortuner RM195,880; Toyota Hilux RM226,300.
- Powertrain output: Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm; Toyota Hilux 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- Seating: Toyota Fortuner seven seats; Toyota Hilux five seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm and 2,745 mm; Toyota Hilux 5,320 mm and 3,085 mm.
- Kerb weight: Toyota Fortuner 2,090 kg; Toyota Hilux 2,455 kg.
- Road tax per year: Toyota Fortuner RM754; Toyota Hilux RM160.
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin with 200-litre boot
- 80-litre diesel fuel tank
- RM30,420 lower purchase price
- 148 hp and 400 Nm trail the Hilux’s 193 hp and 473 Nm
- No blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking or adaptive cruise control
- Manual front air-con versus dual-zone automatic climate control
Hilux
- 193 hp and 473 Nm from two motors
- 59.2-kWh battery with 257 km range
- Gets blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking and adaptive cruise control
- RM30,420 more expensive
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven
- 2,455 kg kerb weight is 365 kg heavier
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM195,880✓ | RM226,300 |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,393 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,795 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,090 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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 | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower control | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for 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.
Used Fortuner & Hilux for sale
Fortuner vs Hilux FAQ
Is the Toyota Fortuner or Toyota Hilux better?
The Fortuner is better for carrying seven people and costs RM30,420 less. The Hilux is better if you prioritise its EV drivetrain, 193 hp, 473 Nm, 257-km range and driver-assistance kit.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hilux costs RM30,420 more than the Toyota Fortuner: RM226,300 against RM195,880.
How do the Toyota Hilux charging and range figures compare with the Fortuner?
The Hilux has a 59.2-kWh battery, 257 km of EV range, 10 kW AC charging and 125 kW DC charging. The Fortuner is diesel-powered, with a 2,393 cc engine and 80-litre fuel tank.
