Toyota Harrier vs Volvo XC40
Verdict
At RM289,000 against RM268,888, the Harrier asks RM20,112 more for a larger D-segment body, but the XC40 hits back hard where Malaysian buyers feel it daily: 263 hp and 390 Nm versus 175 hp and 221 Nm, AWD instead of FWD, a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 460 litres of boot space to the Toyota’s 396 litres. The Harrier is longer and has a 55-litre tank, but on numbers alone the Volvo gives more pace and cargo room for less money.
Harrier
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want the longer D-segment SUV, a bigger 55-litre fuel tank and are happy with front-wheel drive hybrid performance.
XC40
Pick the Volvo XC40 if you want stronger performance, all-wheel drive, a bigger boot and a lower asking price.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Harrier RM289,000; Volvo XC40 RM268,888
- Power and torque: Toyota Harrier 175 hp/221 Nm; Volvo XC40 263 hp/390 Nm
- Driven wheels: Toyota Harrier front-wheel drive; Volvo XC40 all-wheel drive
- Size: Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm long; Volvo XC40 4,425 mm long
- Boot space: Toyota Harrier 396 litres; Volvo XC40 460 litres
- Road tax: Toyota Harrier RM830/year; Volvo XC40 RM428/year
Harrier
- Longer D-segment body
- Larger 55-litre fuel tank
- Same 7 airbags, AEB and 5-year warranty as the Volvo
- Costs RM20,112 more
- Less power and torque
- Smaller 396-litre boot
XC40
- Much stronger 263 hp and 390 Nm output
- All-wheel drive with 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 460-litre boot
- Shorter C-segment body
- Smaller 49-litre fuel tank
- No advantage in top speed at 180 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 289,000 | RM 268,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 263 hp✓ |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 390 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 118 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 202 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 1,695 kg | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 396 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 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 | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Power safety lock for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| 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 Reflectors |
| 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 with Driver's Memory Function |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 2 Front |
| 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 | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and 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 Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| 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 hybrid battery warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 428✓ |
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.
Harrier vs XC40 FAQ
Is the Toyota Harrier or Volvo XC40 better?
The Volvo XC40 is the stronger numbers car here: it costs less, has more power and torque, all-wheel drive and a bigger boot. The Toyota Harrier mainly answers with a larger D-segment body and bigger fuel tank.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM20,112 more than the Volvo XC40, with prices at RM289,000 and RM268,888 respectively.
Which has more boot space?
The Volvo XC40 has the larger boot at 460 litres, compared with 396 litres in the Toyota Harrier. That gives the Volvo a 64-litre advantage despite its shorter body.