Verdict
At RM123,800, the Foton Tunland costs RM72,080 less than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, while bringing 161 hp, 400 Nm and an eight-speed automatic. It is also a much larger 5,617 mm pickup with a 3,355 mm wheelbase, so that size will matter in Malaysian car parks. The Fortuner is the more practical family SUV: it seats seven, has a 200-litre boot and multi-link rear suspension. Its 148 hp, six-speed automatic and 2,745 mm wheelbase are less generous, but it has seven airbags against the Tunland’s two.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you want to save RM72,080, need a five-seat pickup and value 161 hp, an eight-speed automatic and a seven-year/200,000 km warranty.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, a 200-litre boot, multi-link rear suspension and seven airbags in a shorter SUV body.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Power and transmission: Foton Tunland 161 hp with 8AT; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp with 6-speed automatic.
- Seating and boot: Foton Tunland 5 seats with no boot volume stated; Toyota Fortuner 7 seats and 200 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: Foton Tunland 5,617 mm and 3,355 mm; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm and 2,745 mm.
- Airbags: Foton Tunland 2 airbags; Toyota Fortuner 7 airbags.
- Rear suspension: Foton Tunland leaf springs; Toyota Fortuner multi-link.
Tunland
- RM72,080 lower purchase price.
- 161 hp and ZF eight-speed automatic.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and reverse camera.
- Only five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven.
- Two airbags versus the Fortuner’s seven.
- 5,617 mm long, 822 mm longer than the Fortuner.
Fortuner
- Seven seats and a 200-litre boot.
- Seven airbags, including knee, side and curtain airbags.
- Multi-link rear suspension and 80-litre fuel tank.
- RM72,080 more expensive than the Tunland.
- 148 hp and six-speed automatic trail the Tunland’s 161 hp and eight speeds.
- No reverse camera, while the Tunland has one.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM195,880 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | 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 | Driver and Front Passenger | 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 | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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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Tunland vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Fortuner is better for a seven-seat family SUV, with 200 litres of boot space, multi-link rear suspension and seven airbags. The Tunland is the stronger-value workhorse, costing RM72,080 less with 161 hp and an eight-speed automatic.
What is the price difference?
The Foton Tunland is RM72,080 cheaper than the Toyota Fortuner: RM123,800 versus RM195,880.
Which has better safety equipment, the Foton Tunland or Toyota Fortuner?
The Toyota Fortuner has the stronger airbag count, with seven airbags including knee, side and curtain protection. The Foton Tunland has driver and front-passenger airbags. Both have ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and ISOFIX.