Verdict
At RM289,000, the Toyota Harrier costs RM80,112 more than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, but it is the larger D-segment choice: 517 mm longer and with a 396-litre boot against 318 litres. The EX30 answers with a 69 kWh battery, 476 km EV range and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, while annual road tax is RM260 versus RM830. For Malaysian buyers with home or workplace charging, the Volvo’s lower entry cost and 175 kW DC charging are hard to ignore; the Harrier suits those needing more cabin footprint and petrol-hybrid refuelling flexibility.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you need the bigger 4,740 mm body, 396-litre boot and a petrol-hybrid SUV that does not depend on charging.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you can charge regularly and want 476 km of EV range, 268 hp, 343 Nm and a RM80,112 lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Harrier RM289,000; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Powertrain: Harrier 2,487 cc petrol hybrid with a 118 hp/202 Nm motor; EX30 69 kWh EV with a 268 hp/343 Nm motor.
- Range and charging: Harrier has a 55-litre fuel tank; EX30 has 476 km EV range, 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- Size: Harrier 4,740 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase; EX30 4,223 mm long with a 2,650 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Harrier 396 litres; EX30 318 litres.
- Road tax: Harrier RM830 per year; EX30 RM260 per year.
Harrier
- 517 mm longer body and a 396-litre boot.
- 12-way memory driver’s seat, reclining rear seat and rear air vents.
- Front and rear digital video recorder, plus a space-saver spare tyre.
- Costs RM80,112 more.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM570 higher.
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability.
EX30
- 476 km range from a 69 kWh battery, with 175 kW DC charging.
- 268 hp and 343 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds.
- RM260 annual road tax, auto parking and a 3.6 kW V2L function.
- 318-litre boot is 78 litres smaller.
- 517 mm shorter body and 40 mm shorter wheelbase.
- No rear air vents, front foglamps or spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM289,000 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM260✓ |
| 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 | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 202 Nm | 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 | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,695 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 396 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| 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 on 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 |
| Safety Notes | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED 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 | 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-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Kick Sensor | 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 EX30 FAQ
Is the Toyota Harrier or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is the better buy for regular charging, delivering 476 km range, 5.3-second acceleration and lower road tax. Choose the Harrier if its larger 396-litre boot, 4,740 mm body and petrol-hybrid refuelling matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM80,112 more than the Volvo EX30.
Which one is more practical for luggage and passengers?
The Toyota Harrier is more practical on size alone: it is 517 mm longer, has a 40 mm longer wheelbase and a 396-litre boot. The EX30’s boot holds 318 litres.