Verdict
Just RM3,008 separates the RM195,880 Fortuner from the RM198,888 EX30, but they serve very different Malaysian households. The Toyota brings seven seats, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare; it is the practical choice when carrying people matters. The Volvo is a five-seat EV with 268 hp, a 69 kWh battery and 475 km range, plus far more driver assistance and cabin tech. Its RM260 annual road tax also undercuts the Fortuner’s RM754. Pick by use case, not badge.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare tyre for regular family or outstation duties.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want a 475 km EV with 268 hp, lower RM260 road tax and comprehensive active safety kit.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Fortuner 2.4-litre diesel makes 148 hp and 400 Nm; EX30’s single motor makes 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Seating: Fortuner has 7 seats; EX30 has 5 seats.
- Range/energy: Fortuner has an 80-litre diesel tank; EX30 has a 69 kWh battery and 475 km EV range.
- Road tax: Fortuner costs RM754 per year; EX30 costs RM260 per year.
- Size: Fortuner is 4,795 mm long and 1,835 mm tall; EX30 is 4,223 mm long and 1,555 mm tall.
- Boot space: Fortuner has 200 litres; EX30 has 318 litres.
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding second and third rows
- All-wheel drive and 400 Nm from 1,600 rpm
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre
- RM754 annual road tax versus RM260
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- 200-litre boot versus 318 litres
EX30
- 268 hp motor, 69 kWh battery and 475 km range
- 175 kW DC charging, 11 kW AC charging and 3.6 kW V2L
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven
- Rear-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM195,880✓ | RM198,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754 | RM260✓ |
| 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 | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 475 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 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 | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,795 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,090 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| 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 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower control | — |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 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 Fortuner & EX30 for sale
Fortuner vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Toyota Fortuner or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is better for a five-seat EV commute: it has 268 hp, 475 km range, lower road tax and active safety assistance. The Fortuner is better when seven seats, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM3,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner.
Which one has lower running tax and charging capability?
The EX30 has RM260 annual road tax against RM754 for the Fortuner. It supports 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging, and can supply up to 3.6 kW through V2L.
