Verdict
These SUVs serve sharply different jobs. At RM378,800, the iX3 costs RM182,920 more than the RM195,880 Fortuner, but brings two motors producing 463 hp and 645 Nm, a 113.4-kWh battery rated for 726 km, and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The Fortuner counters with seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare. Both are all-wheel drive and their annual road tax is close at RM765 versus RM754. For five occupants with home or public charging access, the BMW is the much more modern performance and technology choice; the Toyota suits buyers who need two extra seats and diesel practicality.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you want 463 hp, 726 km of claimed EV range and substantially more driver assistance for five people.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank, a full-size spare wheel and a five-year warranty at far lower entry cost.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Power output: BMW iX3 two motors make 463 hp and 645 Nm; Toyota Fortuner’s 2.4-litre diesel makes 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Seating: BMW iX3 has 5 seats; Toyota Fortuner has 7 seats.
- Boot space: BMW iX3 has 520 litres; Toyota Fortuner has 200 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX3 measures 2,897 mm; Toyota Fortuner measures 2,745 mm.
- Warranty: BMW iX3 has a 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty; Toyota Fortuner has a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
iX3
- 463 hp and 645 Nm from two electric motors.
- 113.4-kWh battery with 726 km claimed range; 22-kW AC and 400-kW DC charging.
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and a 360-degree camera.
- RM182,920 dearer than the Fortuner.
- Only five seats to the Fortuner’s seven.
- Two-year warranty versus the Fortuner’s five years.
Fortuner
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 148 hp and 400 Nm trail the iX3’s 463 hp and 645 Nm.
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or reverse camera.
- 200-litre boot is 320 litres smaller than the iX3’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 726 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic 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 | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | — |
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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iX3 vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Toyota Fortuner better?
The BMW iX3 is better for five-seat EV performance, long claimed range and active safety technology. The Toyota Fortuner is better if seven seats, a diesel powertrain, full-size spare and five-year warranty matter more than acceleration and equipment.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 costs RM378,800 and the Toyota Fortuner costs RM195,880, so the iX3 is RM182,920 more expensive.
Which has more seating and luggage space?
The Fortuner seats seven, two more than the iX3’s five. But the iX3 has the larger stated boot at 520 litres, compared with 200 litres in the Fortuner.
