Verdict
At RM220,000, the bZ4X is RM1,800 cheaper yet brings a 224 hp, 269 Nm motor, 73.1 kWh battery and claimed 525 km EV range. Its 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time also beats the Camry’s 8.9 seconds, while the 2,850 mm wheelbase and 60:40 rear seats suit a family load. The Camry counters with a larger 524-litre boot, 210 km/h top speed and a 60-litre petrol tank, but its annual road tax is RM867 against RM200. Charging access is the deciding Malaysian ownership question.
bZ4X
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you can charge conveniently and want quicker acceleration, a 525 km claimed EV range and SUV practicality.
Camry
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want the larger 524-litre boot, 210 km/h top speed and petrol refuelling from its 60-litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota bZ4X RM220,000; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Powertrain: Toyota bZ4X 224 hp/269 Nm electric motor; Toyota Camry 201 hp/246 Nm 2,487 cc petrol engine.
- 0-100 km/h: Toyota bZ4X 7.4 seconds; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds.
- EV range/fuel tank: Toyota bZ4X 525 km claimed range; Toyota Camry 60-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: Toyota bZ4X 452 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Road tax per year: Toyota bZ4X RM200; Toyota Camry RM867.
bZ4X
- 224 hp and 269 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds.
- 73.1 kWh battery with 525 km claimed range, 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- 60:40 split-folding rear seats, panoramic glass roof and auto parking.
- 452-litre boot is 72 litres smaller than the Camry's.
- 160 km/h top speed is 50 km/h lower than the Camry's.
- No head-up display or paddle shifts.
Camry
- 524-litre boot and 60-litre petrol tank.
- 210 km/h top speed, plus an eight-speed automatic with paddle shifts.
- Head-up display, JBL nine-speaker audio and rear sun shades.
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the bZ4X by 1.5 seconds.
- Annual road tax is RM667 higher.
- Fixed rear seats cannot extend the boot like 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 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM867 |
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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bZ4X vs Camry FAQ
Is the Toyota bZ4X or Toyota Camry better?
The bZ4X is the better choice for buyers with reliable charging: it costs less, reaches 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds and has RM200 annual road tax. Choose the Camry for its 524-litre boot, 60-litre fuel tank and easier petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM1,800 more than the Toyota bZ4X: RM221,800 versus RM220,000.
Which one has the lower annual road tax?
The bZ4X has lower annual road tax at RM200. The Camry's annual road tax is RM867, a RM667 difference.