Verdict
At RM195,880, the Toyota Fortuner is RM13,008 cheaper than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, and it brings seven seats, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre diesel tank. The EX30 counters with 268 hp and 343 Nm from its rear motor, a 69-kWh battery rated at 476 km, and RM260 annual road tax against RM754. For a Malaysian household needing two extra seats or AWD, the Fortuner is the functional choice. The EX30 suits buyers prioritising 5.3-second acceleration, a 4,223-mm footprint and DC charging at up to 175 kW.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare tyre for family or outstation use.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want much quicker electric performance, 476 km claimed range and substantially lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Seating and boot space: Fortuner 7 seats and 200 litres; EX30 5 seats and 318 litres.
- Power and torque: Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm; EX30 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Driveline: Fortuner all-wheel drive; EX30 rear-wheel drive.
- Length and height: Fortuner 4,795 mm and 1,835 mm; EX30 4,223 mm and 1,555 mm.
- Annual road tax: Fortuner RM754; EX30 RM260.
- Parking sensors: Fortuner 2 front and 2 rear; EX30 6 front and 6 rear.
Fortuner
- Seven seats with 7 three-point seat belts.
- All-wheel drive with 400 Nm of diesel torque.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- 148 hp versus the EX30's 268 hp.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; the EX30 has both.
- RM754 annual road tax versus RM260 for the EX30.
EX30
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 0-100 km/h time of 5.3 seconds.
- 69-kWh battery, 476 km claimed range and 175-kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- Five seats versus the Fortuner's seven.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Fortuner's all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Fortuner's full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM195,880✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,393 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 92 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,795 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,090 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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 Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower control | — |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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Fortuner vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Toyota Fortuner or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is better for electric performance, lower road tax and active driver assistance. The Fortuner is better for seven-seat carrying capacity, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM13,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner.
Which one has more advanced safety and parking assistance?
The EX30 does. It has autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping, blind-spot information, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and auto parking; the Fortuner lacks these items.