Verdict
These two take very different routes to the same five-seat SUV brief. The Toyota bZ4X is 467 mm longer, has a 200 mm longer wheelbase and carries 452 litres behind the tailgate, so it is the more convincing Malaysian family and interstate-trip car. Its 73.1 kWh battery also reaches 525 km. The Volvo EX30 is the sharper urban choice: 268 hp and 343 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 5.3 seconds, against 7.4 seconds, while its 175 kW DC rate and 3.6 kW V2L add useful EV hardware.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you need the 525 km range, 452-litre boot and rear air-con vents for regular family use.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want 5.3-second acceleration, faster 175 kW DC charging and V2L in a much shorter SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota bZ4X RM220,000; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Range: Toyota bZ4X 525 km; Volvo EX30 476 km.
- Performance: Toyota bZ4X 224 hp, 269 Nm and 7.4 seconds to 100 km/h; Volvo EX30 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.3 seconds.
- Size and boot: Toyota bZ4X 4,690 mm long with 452 litres; Volvo EX30 4,223 mm long with 318 litres.
- Charging and V2L: Toyota bZ4X 22 kW AC, 150 kW DC and no V2L; Volvo EX30 11 kW AC, 175 kW DC and 3.6 kW V2L.
bZ4X
- 525 km EV range from a 73.1 kWh battery.
- 452-litre boot and 2,850 mm wheelbase.
- Rear air-con vents, ventilated front seats and a powered roof shade.
- Slower than the EX30: 7.4 seconds to 100 km/h versus 5.3 seconds.
- Costs RM11,112 more than the EX30.
- No V2L and lower 150 kW DC charging rate than the EX30's 175 kW.
EX30
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 175 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L.
- Harman Kardon sound system and ambient lighting.
- Shorter 476 km range than the bZ4X's 525 km.
- 318-litre boot is 134 litres smaller than the bZ4X's.
- No rear air-con vents, and its 2,650 mm wheelbase is 200 mm shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM220,000 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 224 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 269 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 73.1 kWh✓ | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | 525 km✓ | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,020 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 452 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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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bZ4X vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Toyota bZ4X or Volvo EX30 better?
The Toyota bZ4X is better for range and family space, with 525 km and a 452-litre boot. The Volvo EX30 is better for outright performance and DC charging, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and accepting 175 kW.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000 and the Volvo EX30 costs RM208,888, so the Toyota is RM11,112 more expensive.
Which is better for longer family trips?
The Toyota bZ4X is the stronger long-trip choice. It has 49 km more claimed range, a 134-litre larger boot, rear air-con vents and a 200 mm longer wheelbase than the Volvo EX30.