Foton Tunland vs Toyota Fortuner
Verdict
At RM123,800 versus RM195,880, the Foton Tunland undercuts the Toyota Fortuner by RM72,080 and also has the stronger 48-volt mild-hybrid diesel figures: 161 hp, 450 Nm and an 8-speed ZF automatic against 148 hp, 400 Nm and a 6-speed auto. It is much bigger too, at 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide, but it is a five-seat pickup. The Fortuner is the dearer, family-shaped choice, with seven seats, seven airbags, an 80-litre tank and a multi-link rear end instead of leaf springs.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you need a large five-seat pickup, want 161 hp and 450 Nm, and would rather keep the RM72,080 difference.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, seven airbags and SUV cabin practicality more than the Foton’s extra power and lower price.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880
- Body and seats: Foton Tunland pickup with 5 seats; Toyota Fortuner SUV with 7 seats
- Output: Foton Tunland 161 hp and 450 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm
- Gearbox: Foton Tunland 8-speed ZF automatic; Toyota Fortuner 6-speed Toyota automatic
- Size: Foton Tunland 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm long and 1,855 mm wide
- Airbags: Foton Tunland 2; Toyota Fortuner 7
Tunland
- RM72,080 lower list price
- Stronger outputs at 161 hp and 450 Nm
- LED projector headlamps, reverse camera and 14.6-inch wireless Apple CarPlay touchscreen
- Only five seats versus the Toyota’s seven
- Two airbags versus seven in the Toyota
- Leaf-spring rear suspension versus the Toyota’s multi-link setup
Fortuner
- Seven-seat SUV layout with a folding third row
- Seven airbags, with ANCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings listed
- 80-litre fuel tank and rear air-con with blower control
- Costs RM72,080 more
- Lower outputs at 148 hp and 400 Nm
- Halogen projector headlamps and no reverse camera versus the Foton’s LED projectors and camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800✓ | RM 195,880 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| 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 | 450 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Disc |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM 754 |
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.
Tunland vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Foton Tunland is better on price, power and size. The Toyota Fortuner is better for family use, with seven seats, seven airbags and an SUV body. Pick by job: pickup and value, or three-row cabin.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM72,080 more than the Foton Tunland, based on RM195,880 against RM123,800.
Which one has more safety kit?
The Toyota Fortuner has the clearer safety advantage with seven airbags. The Foton Tunland has driver and front passenger airbags only, though both get ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and ISOFIX.