Verdict
At RM198,000, the Tesla Model Y costs RM2,120 more than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, yet takes a very different route. Its 295 hp, 420 Nm rear motor, 466 km claimed range and 175 kW DC charging suit buyers able to charge at home or on the road. The Fortuner answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare. The Tesla carries 854 litres behind five seats against the Toyota’s 200 litres, but its 2,129 mm width needs more care in tight Malaysian car parks.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you need a five-seat EV with 466 km range, 854 litres of boot space and active safety features including autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model Y RM198,000; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Seating: Tesla Model Y 5 seats; Toyota Fortuner 7 seats.
- Boot space: Tesla Model Y 854 litres; Toyota Fortuner 200 litres.
- Powertrain output: Tesla Model Y 295 hp and 420 Nm motor; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm 2.4-litre diesel engine.
- Dimensions: Tesla Model Y is 4,790 mm long and 2,129 mm wide; Toyota Fortuner is 4,795 mm long and 1,855 mm wide.
- Manufacturer warranty: Tesla Model Y 4 years/80,000 km; Toyota Fortuner 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Model Y
- 466 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- 854-litre boot and 2,891 mm wheelbase.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assistance and blind-spot information system.
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven.
- 2,129 mm width versus the Fortuner’s 1,855 mm.
- Four-year/80,000 km vehicle warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage.
Fortuner
- Seven seats and all-wheel drive.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- 200-litre boot versus the Model Y’s 854 litres.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assistance or blind-spot information system.
- Halogen projector headlamps versus the Model Y’s adaptive LED projectors with auto high beam.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V 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 | 295 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 466 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 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 | 5.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 2,129 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 1,921 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 854 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Crossflow 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 and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Lighter | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated | 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 with HEPA Air Filter | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Rear Screen | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | 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 | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 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 to Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | — |
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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Model Y vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Model Y is better for a five-seat EV buyer who can use charging, wants 466 km range and needs 854 litres of luggage space. The Fortuner is better where seven seats, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y is RM2,120 more expensive than the Toyota Fortuner: RM198,000 against RM195,880.
Which has the stronger powertrain?
The Tesla Model Y has the higher quoted output, with a 295 hp, 420 Nm motor. The Toyota Fortuner’s 2.4-litre diesel produces 148 hp and 400 Nm.