Verdict
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM29,212 more than the RM190,788 Subaru Crosstrek, but brings a 224 hp, 269 Nm electric motor, a 73.1 kWh battery rated for 525 km and DC charging up to 150 kW. It is also roomier on paper, with a 452-litre boot against 315 litres. The Crosstrek answers with all-wheel drive, a 63-litre petrol tank and a lower RM438 annual road tax versus RM200 for the Toyota. Pick the Subaru for petrol simplicity and traction; pay up for the bZ4X if charging fits your routine.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you want all-wheel drive, a 63-litre petrol tank and RM29,212 left in your pocket.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you can charge an EV and want 525 km claimed range, a larger boot and stronger quoted output.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000.
- Driveline: Crosstrek all-wheel drive; bZ4X front-wheel drive.
- Output: Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm; bZ4X motor 224 hp and 269 Nm.
- Boot space: Crosstrek 315 litres; bZ4X 452 litres.
- Wheelbase: Crosstrek 2,670 mm; bZ4X 2,850 mm.
- Road tax: Crosstrek RM438 per year; bZ4X RM200 per year.
Crosstrek
- RM29,212 lower purchase price.
- All-wheel drive.
- Space-saver spare tyre.
- 315-litre boot is 137 litres smaller.
- 154 hp and 196 Nm trail the bZ4X's 224 hp and 269 Nm.
- 100,000-km manufacturer warranty versus unlimited mileage.
bZ4X
- 224 hp, 269 Nm motor and 525 km claimed EV range.
- 452-litre boot and 2,850-mm wheelbase.
- 150 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging capability.
- RM29,212 higher purchase price.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a space-saver spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,788✓ | RM220,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 196 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 224 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 269 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 73.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,020 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 452 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, 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 for two rear passenger seats | Available for 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for 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 Crosstrek & bZ4X for sale
Crosstrek vs bZ4X FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota bZ4X better?
The bZ4X is the stronger choice if EV charging suits you: it has 224 hp, 525 km claimed range and a 452-litre boot. Choose the Crosstrek for all-wheel drive, petrol refuelling and a RM29,212 lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000, which is RM29,212 more than the Subaru Crosstrek at RM190,788.
Which has more luggage space and the longer warranty?
The bZ4X has a 452-litre boot, 137 litres more than the Crosstrek's 315 litres. Both have five-year manufacturer warranties, but the Toyota's is unlimited mileage and includes an eight-year unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty.