Verdict
The GUN156 costs RM31,653 more, but its 400 Nm 2.4-litre diesel and six-speed automatic are a meaningful step up from the Mk1 facelift’s 343 Nm 2.5 and four-speed unit. It also brings seven airbags, stability control and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, versus two airbags and three years/100,000 km. For a Malaysian family buyer, that safety and drivetrain margin is hard to ignore. The older Fortuner remains the rational used buy if its RM164,227 price point and 296-litre boot matter more than newer kit; it also has 96 litres more luggage room.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner Mk1 Facelift if you want the lower RM164,227 entry price and a larger 296-litre boot for seven-seat duty.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner GUN156 Facelift if you want 400 Nm, a six-speed automatic, seven airbags and stability control.
Key differences
- Price: Mk1 Facelift RM164,227; GUN156 Facelift RM195,880.
- Torque and transmission: Mk1 Facelift 343 Nm with a four-speed automatic; GUN156 Facelift 400 Nm with a six-speed automatic.
- Safety: Mk1 Facelift has two airbags and no stability control; GUN156 Facelift has seven airbags and stability control.
- Fuel tank and boot: Mk1 Facelift 65 litres and 296 litres; GUN156 Facelift 80 litres and 200 litres.
- Warranty: Mk1 Facelift three years/100,000 km; GUN156 Facelift five years/unlimited mileage.
- Size and weight: Mk1 Facelift is 4,705 mm long and 1,945 kg; GUN156 Facelift is 4,795 mm and 2,090 kg.
Mk1 Facelift
- RM31,653 cheaper.
- 296-litre boot, versus 200 litres.
- 145 kg lighter.
- 343 Nm trails the newer model’s 400 Nm.
- Four-speed automatic versus six speeds.
- Only two airbags and no stability control.
GUN156 Facelift
- 400 Nm diesel torque with a six-speed automatic.
- Seven airbags and stability control.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM31,653 higher purchase price.
- 200-litre boot is 96 litres smaller.
- 145 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM164,227✓ | RM195,880 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM835 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Commonrail turbo diesel with variable geometry turbo and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 144 hp at 3,400 rpm | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 343 Nm at 1,600 rpm | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 93.8 mm | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 18.5 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4 Speed Automatic with ECT | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 4 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,850 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 1,945 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 296 litres✓ | 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 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic 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 | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
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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Mk1 Facelift vs GUN156 Facelift FAQ
Is the Toyota Fortuner Mk1 Facelift or Toyota Fortuner GUN156 Facelift better?
The Toyota Fortuner GUN156 Facelift is the better all-rounder: 400 Nm, six speeds, seven airbags, stability control and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Choose the Mk1 Facelift chiefly for its lower price and larger 296-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner GUN156 Facelift costs RM195,880, which is RM31,653 more than the Toyota Fortuner Mk1 Facelift at RM164,227.
Which Fortuner has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Fortuner Mk1 Facelift has the bigger boot at 296 litres. The Toyota Fortuner GUN156 Facelift has 200 litres, despite being 90 mm longer.
