Verdict
These two cost almost the same, but serve very different Malaysian lives. The Foton Tunland brings 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 3,355 mm wheelbase, useful if load-hauling ability and long-distance support matter; its 7-year/200,000 km warranty is a major advantage. The Mazda CX-30 is 1,222 mm shorter, uses 6.4 L/100 km, has a 430-litre boot and seven airbags to the Tunland’s two. For daily urban use, the Mazda is the more sensible choice. The Tunland is the specialist pick for buyers who genuinely need a pick-up’s size and torque.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you need 400 Nm, all-wheel drive, a full-size spare and 7-year/200,000 km warranty cover.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want a far more compact five-door SUV with 6.4 L/100 km rated consumption, a 430-litre boot and broader airbag protection.
Key differences
- Torque: Foton Tunland 400 Nm; Mazda CX-30 213 Nm.
- Drivetrain: Foton Tunland all-wheel drive; Mazda CX-30 front-wheel drive.
- Length: Foton Tunland 5,617 mm; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm.
- Kerb weight: Foton Tunland 2,160 kg; Mazda CX-30 1,441 kg.
- Airbags: Foton Tunland driver and front-passenger airbags; Mazda CX-30 adds front side, front and rear curtain, and driver’s knee airbags.
- Warranty: Foton Tunland 7 years/200,000 km; Mazda CX-30 5 years/100,000 km.
Tunland
- 400 Nm diesel mild-hybrid torque and all-wheel drive.
- 7-year/200,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Powered driver’s seat, rear air-con vents and a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay.
- Only driver and front-passenger airbags versus the CX-30’s seven-airbag arrangement.
- At 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide, it is much harder to place in tight urban spaces.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure, while the CX-30 is rated at 6.4 L/100 km.
CX-30
- 6.4 L/100 km rated fuel consumption from its 2.0-litre petrol engine.
- Seven airbags, head-up display and G-Vectoring Control Plus.
- 430-litre boot, powered tailgate and 1,441 kg kerb weight.
- 213 Nm is well short of the Tunland’s 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tunland’s all-wheel-drive system.
- 5-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Tunland’s 7-year/200,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800 | RM122,409✓ |
| 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, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM439 |
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 CX-30 FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Mazda CX-30 is better for normal daily driving, with a smaller footprint, rated 6.4 L/100 km consumption, a 430-litre boot and more airbags. Choose the Foton Tunland only if its 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and pick-up body are genuine requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Foton Tunland costs RM1,391 more than the Mazda CX-30. That is a very small gap, so body style, torque, fuel use and safety equipment should decide the purchase rather than the purchase price.
Which is easier to park in town?
The Mazda CX-30 is easier to park. At 4,395 mm long and 1,795 mm wide, it is 1,222 mm shorter and 295 mm narrower than the 5,617 mm-long, 2,090 mm-wide Foton Tunland.