Verdict
Just RM1,800 separates these two, but they suit very different Malaysian routines. The Toyota bZ4X is the quicker car to 100 km/h at 7.4 seconds, has a 73.1-kWh battery quoted for 525 km, and its RM200 annual road tax is far below the Camry’s RM867. Its SUV body also brings a 2,850-mm wheelbase and split-folding rear seats. The Toyota Camry counters with a 524-litre boot, 210-km/h top speed and a 9-speaker JBL system. Choose based on charging access, not the small purchase-price gap.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want lower RM200 road tax, 525 km EV range and SUV practicality.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need a 524-litre boot, petrol refuelling and a 210-km/h top speed in a lower, longer sedan.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota bZ4X RM220,000; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Road tax: Toyota bZ4X RM200 per year; Toyota Camry RM867 per year.
- Performance: Toyota bZ4X 7.4 seconds 0-100 km/h and 160 km/h; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Powertrain: Toyota bZ4X has one 224-hp, 269-Nm motor and 73.1-kWh battery; Toyota Camry has a 2,487-cc 201-hp, 246-Nm petrol engine.
- Luggage space: Toyota bZ4X 452 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Dimensions: Toyota bZ4X is 4,690 mm long and 1,650 mm tall; Toyota Camry is 4,920 mm long and 1,445 mm tall.
bZ4X
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM867
- 525-km quoted EV range with 150-kW DC charging
- Split-folding rear seats and 360-degree camera with auto parking
- 452-litre boot is 72 litres smaller
- 160-km/h top speed trails the Camry's 210 km/h
- 2,020 kg kerb weight is 455 kg higher
Camry
- 524-litre boot
- 210-km/h top speed
- 9-speaker JBL audio, head-up display and powered passenger ottoman
- RM867 annual road tax is RM667 higher
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.5 seconds slower
- Fixed rear seats do not match the bZ4X's 60:40 split-folding arrangement
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM220,000✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 246 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 2,020 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 452 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | 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 bZ4X & Camry for sale
bZ4X vs Camry FAQ
Is the Toyota bZ4X or Toyota Camry better?
The bZ4X is the better fit for buyers able to charge regularly, with 525 km quoted range, 7.4-second acceleration and RM200 road tax. The Camry suits buyers wanting petrol refuelling, a larger 524-litre boot and 210-km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM221,800, which is RM1,800 more than the RM220,000 Toyota bZ4X. The larger running-cost difference is annual road tax: RM867 for the Camry against RM200 for the bZ4X.
Which has the more practical cargo area?
The Camry has the larger quoted boot at 524 litres, versus 452 litres in the bZ4X. However, the bZ4X has 60:40 split-folding rear seats, while the Camry’s rear seats are fixed.