Verdict
At RM123,800 apiece, these are sharply different tools. The Foton Tunland brings 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 76-litre tank, but its 2,160-kg, 5,617-mm pickup form is far larger than the Emkoo. The GAC Emkoo is the easier C-segment SUV to place in Malaysia: it is 937 mm shorter, has a 638-litre boot and weighs 620 kg less. It also gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera, while the Tunland counters with a stronger seven-year/200,000-km warranty.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you want 400 Nm, all-wheel drive, an eight-speed ZF automatic and the longer seven-year/200,000-km warranty.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want a smaller SUV with a 638-litre boot, 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially fuller safety equipment.
Key differences
- Torque and driveline: Foton Tunland 400 Nm with all-wheel drive; GAC Emkoo 270 Nm with front-wheel drive.
- Size and weight: Foton Tunland is 5,617 mm long and 2,160 kg; GAC Emkoo is 4,680 mm and 1,540 kg.
- Safety equipment: Foton Tunland has driver and front-passenger airbags; GAC Emkoo adds front side and front/rear curtain airbags, autonomous braking and…
- Luggage provision: Foton Tunland has no quoted boot volume; GAC Emkoo has a 638-litre boot and powered boot operation.
- Warranty: Foton Tunland gets seven years/200,000 km; GAC Emkoo gets five years/150,000 km, plus seven years/180,000 km for the powertrain.
- Transmission and performance: Foton Tunland has an eight-speed automatic; GAC Emkoo has a seven-speed wet dual-clutch and reaches 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds.
Tunland
- 400 Nm and all-wheel drive
- Eight-speed ZF automatic
- Seven-year/200,000-km warranty
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring
- Only driver and front-passenger airbags listed
- No 360-degree camera or front parking sensors
Emkoo
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- 638-litre boot and powered boot operation
- 175 hp, 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time and 620 kg lower weight
- 130 Nm less torque than the Tunland
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Shorter five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800 | RM123,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 175 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | 7DCT |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 638 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM120 |
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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Tunland vs Emkoo FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or GAC Emkoo better?
The GAC Emkoo is the better choice for most SUV buyers because it is much shorter and lighter, has a 638-litre boot, and includes autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Tunland for 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and longer warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the Foton Tunland and GAC Emkoo cost RM123,800.
Which has the stronger warranty?
The Foton Tunland has the stronger vehicle warranty at seven years or 200,000 km. The GAC Emkoo has a five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty, although its powertrain is covered for seven years or 180,000 km.