Verdict
At RM958,888, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM763,008 more than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, but it is a radically different proposition: four motors produce 579 hp and 1,164 Nm, with a 473 km EV range and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Fortuner answers a more practical Malaysian family brief with seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare. Its 200-litre boot is far smaller than the G-Class’ 667 litres, though, and it gives up a great deal of driver assistance and cabin technology.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want 579 hp EV performance, a 473 km range, 667 litres of boot space and comprehensive assistance systems despite needing only five seats.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if seven seats, CKD assembly, a full-size spare tyre and a far lower purchase price matter more than performance and advanced driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Powertrain output: Mercedes-Benz G-Class has four motors with 579 hp and 1,164 Nm; Toyota Fortuner has a 2,393 cc diesel with 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Seating: Mercedes-Benz G-Class has 5 seats; Toyota Fortuner has 7 seats.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz G-Class has 667 litres; Toyota Fortuner has 200 litres.
- Dimensions: Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 4,613 mm long and 1,984 mm wide; Toyota Fortuner is 4,795 mm long and 1,855 mm wide.
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a 4-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus a 10-year/250,000 km battery warranty; Toyota Fortuner has a 5-year…
G-Class
- 579 hp and 1,164 Nm from four electric motors
- 473 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and a 360-degree camera
- RM763,008 more expensive
- Five seats versus the Fortuner's seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble middle-row and space-up last row
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 148 hp and 400 Nm versus 579 hp and 1,164 Nm
- 200-litre boot versus 667 litres
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist or reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM958,888 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,340 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 4 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 579 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,164 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 116 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 473 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Two-speed 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 | 4.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 3,085 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Azenis FK520 | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials | — |
| 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 | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 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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G-Class vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is better for electric performance, a 473 km range, larger boot space and safety technology. The Toyota Fortuner is the better fit when seven seats, a full-size spare and a substantially lower outlay are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM763,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner.
Which one is better for a seven-seat family?
The Toyota Fortuner is the only seven-seater here, with 60:40 split-folding middle-row seats and 50:50 split-folding last-row seats. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has five seats, but its boot is much larger at 667 litres versus 200 litres.
