Verdict
At RM202,880 versus RM241,880, the Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 asks RM39,000 more than the Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4. The big money goes into the diesel drivetrain and safety kit: 202 hp and 500 Nm instead of 164 hp and 245 Nm, plus pre-collision braking, steering correction, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. If you just need the seven-seat ladder-frame SUV package, the 2.7 SRZ is the leaner buy. If you tow, travel loaded or want the driver assists, the 2.8 VRZ makes sense.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4 if you want the Fortuner’s seven-seat 4x4 package at RM39,000 less and can live without the diesel torque and active safety additions.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 if the extra 38 hp, 255 Nm and added driver assistance systems matter more than the higher price.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4 RM202,880; Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 RM241,880
- Engine and fuel: 2.7 SRZ 2,694 cc petrol; 2.8 VRZ 2,755 cc diesel
- Output: 2.7 SRZ 164 hp and 245 Nm; 2.8 VRZ 202 hp and 500 Nm
- Weight: 2.7 SRZ 2,020 kg; 2.8 VRZ 2,160 kg
- Safety assist: 2.7 SRZ no autonomous braking, blind spot system or lane-keeping; 2.
- Road tax: 2.7 SRZ RM1,150 per year; 2.8 VRZ RM1,248 per year
2.7 SRZ AT 4x4
- RM39,000 cheaper to buy
- Lower annual road tax at RM1,150
- Lighter by 140 kg
- Much lower torque: 245 Nm versus 500 Nm
- No pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring or rear cross-traffic alert
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control
2.8 VRZ AT 4x4
- Far stronger diesel output: 202 hp and 500 Nm
- Gets pre-collision braking, steering correction, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
- Adds adaptive cruise control and extra rear USB charging points
- Costs RM39,000 more
- Higher annual road tax at RM1,248
- Heavier at 2,160 kg versus 2,020 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 202,880✓ | RM 241,880 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,694 cc | 2,755 cc |
| Horsepower | 164 hp | 202 hp✓ |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,795 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,020 kg | 2,160 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 18" Alloy | Full-size 18" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder-frame | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat |
| 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 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Middle Row USB-C, 1 Last Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered | Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,150✓ | RM 1,248 |
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.
2.7 SRZ AT 4x4 vs 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 FAQ
Is the Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4 or Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 better?
The Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 is better equipped and much stronger, with 202 hp, 500 Nm and more safety assists. The Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4 is better value if you do not need those upgrades.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 costs RM39,000 more than the Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4.
What does the Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ AT 4x4 add over the Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT 4x4?
It adds the 2.8 litre diesel with 202 hp and 500 Nm, pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring, steering correction, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control and extra USB points for the rear rows.