Verdict
At RM238,888, the Lexus LBX costs RM50,112 less than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier, while its RM120 annual road tax is RM710 lighter. The LBX is 550 mm shorter, so it is the less bulky choice for tight Malaysian parking. But the Harrier brings a 175 hp/221 Nm 2.5-litre engine, 396-litre boot, 2,690 mm wheelbase and 55-litre tank, against the LBX’s 90 hp/120 Nm, 315 litres, 2,580 mm and 36 litres. Choose the Toyota for family room and equipment; the Lexus for lower ownership costs and a compact footprint.
Pick the Lexus LBX if RM50,112 less upfront, RM120 road tax and a 4,190 mm body matter more than outright space and equipment.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you need the 396-litre boot, 2,690 mm wheelbase, 175 hp engine and a fuller convenience package.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LBX RM120; Toyota Harrier RM830.
- Engine output: Lexus LBX 90 hp and 120 Nm from 1,490 cc; Toyota Harrier 175 hp and 221 Nm from 2,487 cc.
- Size and boot: Lexus LBX is 4,190 mm long with 315 litres; Toyota Harrier is 4,740 mm long with 396 litres.
- Fuel tank: Lexus LBX 36 litres; Toyota Harrier 55 litres.
- Rear suspension: Lexus LBX torsion beam; Toyota Harrier double wishbone.
LBX
- RM50,112 cheaper to buy and RM710 cheaper in annual road tax.
- 550 mm shorter body is better suited to confined parking spaces.
- 9.8-inch touchscreen, 64-colour ambient lighting and four USB-C ports.
- 315-litre boot trails the Harrier’s 396 litres.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Harrier’s double-wishbone layout.
- No moonroof or 360-degree camera.
Harrier
- 175 hp and 221 Nm engine versus the LBX’s 90 hp and 120 Nm.
- 396-litre boot, 2,690 mm wheelbase and 55-litre fuel tank.
- Gets a full-sized electrochromic moonroof, 360-degree camera and rear cross-traffic alert with braking.
- Costs RM50,112 more upfront.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM710 more than the LBX’s.
- At 4,740 mm long, it is 550 mm longer than the LBX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM289,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 175 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 202 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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.
Used LBX & Harrier for sale
LBX vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Toyota Harrier better?
The Toyota Harrier is better for space, engine output and convenience equipment, with a 396-litre boot, 175 hp and a 360-degree camera. The Lexus LBX is the better pick for lower purchase cost, RM120 road tax and its much shorter 4,190 mm body.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM50,112 more than the Lexus LBX. The gap also extends to annual road tax: RM830 for the Harrier versus RM120 for the LBX.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Toyota Harrier is more practical for a family. Its 2,690 mm wheelbase is 110 mm longer, its boot holds 396 litres instead of 315 litres, and its rear seats add a centre armrest and manual recline.