Verdict
The Volvo EC40 costs RM40,112 less at RM248,888, yet brings a 70-kWh battery, 488-km EV range, 200-kW DC charging and all-wheel drive. Its 235-hp, 420-Nm motor also has far more shove than the Harrier’s 118-hp, 202-Nm motor. The Toyota counters with a 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain, a 55-litre tank and an 8-year unlimited-mileage warranty for its hybrid battery, inverter and PCU. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the locally assembled EC40 is the sharper buy; the CBU Harrier suits those who need petrol refuelling flexibility.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if petrol-hybrid refuelling and its 8-year unlimited-mileage hybrid-component warranty matter more than EV range, charging and price.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you have charging access and want RM40,112 savings, 488 km of EV range, 420 Nm and all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Harrier RM289,000; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- Powertrain: Harrier 2,487-cc petrol hybrid with a 118-hp/202-Nm motor; EC40 electric with a 235-hp/420-Nm motor.
- Energy storage: Harrier 55-litre petrol tank; EC40 70-kWh battery with 488-km EV range.
- Charging: Harrier has no stated AC or DC charging rate; EC40 supports 11-kW AC and 200-kW DC charging.
- Driveline: Harrier front-wheel drive; EC40 all-wheel drive.
- Dimensions and boot: Harrier is 4,740 mm long with a 396-litre boot; EC40 is 4,440 mm long with a 413-litre boot.
Harrier
- 2,487-cc petrol-hybrid powertrain and 55-litre tank
- 8-year unlimited-mileage warranty for hybrid battery, inverter and PCU
- Powered tailgate with kick sensor and full-sized electrochromic moonroof
- Costs RM40,112 more
- RM830 annual road tax versus the EC40's RM220
- Front-wheel drive and 118 hp/202 Nm motor trail the EC40's all-wheel drive and 235 hp/420 Nm
EC40
- 70-kWh battery, 488-km EV range and 200-kW DC charging
- 235 hp, 420 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 413-litre boot, auto parking and six front plus six rear parking sensors
- Its 8-year battery warranty is capped at 160,000 km, versus unlimited mileage for the Harrier's hybrid battery, inverter and PCU
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit, while the Harrier has a space-saver spare
- At 2,185 kg, it is 490 kg heavier than the 1,695-kg Harrier
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM289,000 | RM248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM220✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | — |
| Torque | 221 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 118 hp | 235 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 202 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 70 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 488 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 1,695 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 396 litres | 413 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 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 |
| Safety Notes | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Kick Sensor | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid 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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Harrier vs EC40 FAQ
Is the Toyota Harrier or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is the better fit if home or workplace charging is available: it costs less, has 488 km of EV range, 420 Nm and all-wheel drive. Choose the Toyota Harrier for its petrol-hybrid refuelling flexibility and unlimited-mileage hybrid-component warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000 and the Volvo EC40 costs RM248,888, so the Harrier is RM40,112 more expensive.
How quickly can the Volvo EC40 charge?
The Volvo EC40 accepts up to 11 kW AC charging and 200 kW DC charging. No AC or DC charging rates apply to the petrol-hybrid Toyota Harrier.