Verdict
At RM209,800, the smart #5 costs RM13,920 more than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, but it is the far more modern five-seat road SUV: its 358 hp rear motor, 100 kWh battery and quoted 590 km range dwarf the Fortuner’s 148 hp, 400 Nm 2.4-litre diesel on outright output. The Fortuner answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre tank. For a Malaysian family needing the third row, Toyota is the practical choice; for five occupants, the smart’s 630-litre boot, 2,900 mm wheelbase and RM455 annual road tax make a stronger case.
Pick the smart #5 if you need five seats, a 590 km EV range, 630 litres of boot space and proper driver-assistance systems.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre diesel tank and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: smart #5 RM209,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Powertrain: smart #5 has a 358 hp, 373 Nm rear motor and 100 kWh battery; Fortuner has a 148 hp, 400 Nm 2,393 cc diesel.
- Seating: smart #5 has 5 seats; Fortuner has 7 seats.
- Boot space: smart #5 630 litres; Fortuner 200 litres.
- Wheelbase: smart #5 2,900 mm; Fortuner 2,745 mm.
- Annual road tax: smart #5 RM455; Fortuner RM754.
#5
- 358 hp motor and quoted 590 km EV range.
- 630-litre boot and 2,900 mm wheelbase.
- Front and rear autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Fortuner’s all-wheel drive.
- Four-year vehicle warranty versus five years.
Fortuner
- Seven seats with a third-row 50:50 split-folding arrangement.
- All-wheel drive and an 80-litre diesel tank.
- Costs RM13,920 less and has a five-year warranty.
- 148 hp versus the smart #5’s 358 hp.
- 200-litre boot versus the smart #5’s 630 litres.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM209,800 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 358 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 590 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,260 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 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 |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty | — |
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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#5 vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the smart #5 or Toyota Fortuner better?
The smart #5 is better for five-seat EV use, with 358 hp, a quoted 590 km range, 630 litres of boot space and extensive assistance systems. The Fortuner is better when seven seats and all-wheel drive are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 costs RM13,920 more than the Toyota Fortuner: RM209,800 against RM195,880.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The smart #5 has lower annual road tax at RM455, compared with RM754 for the Toyota Fortuner.